The Best Instructors In Palmerston North
Stew Chambers
Without a doubt Stew Chambers is Palmerston North’s number one Mixed Martial Arts trainer.
Head instructor Stew Chambers has been training in Martial Arts since 1983, and has been coaching since 1993. Stew heads up the instruction on the Muay Thai and MMA classes and can be seen coaching most other classes as well.
Tasha Chambers
Tasha Chambers continues to pave the way for women”s Mixed Martial Arts in New Zealand.
Tasha competed in New Zealands first ever female cage match and was the first woman in Palmerston North to receive a blue belt, and is still the only Palmerston North woman to hold a blue belt, in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Shannon Martin
Shannon Martin is an experienced and decorated Muay Thai fighter.
When not helping others train in the gym, Shannon can be found battling in the ring.
Shannon is the current IKBF North Island Middle Weight Champion and will be competing shortly for an NZ title.
Angela Bennett
A fierce competitor, Angela “The Bullet” Bennett is the current NZ WKB-1 Women’s Featherweight Champion, has previously held other national titles in Muay Thai and is always looking to compete.
Angela can be found helping our students develop and increase their skill sets in a variety of disciplines. Her knowledge of Muay Thai and training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu make Angela a valued member of our coaching staff.
Kesta McLaughlan
Kesta McLaughlan is the newest addition to The Fight Shop New Zealand’s training team
