Issue 007
September 2005
FO: Why did you start training?
NB: I thought it would be fun. I started training in Goju Ryu Karate with my brother and dad as something we could do together.
FO: What made you interested in competing and which competitions have you entered?
NB: Competing was a natural progression for me as I wanted to put my skills to the test. I like to know what I do works under pressure and the MMA scene is the place to do that. So far I have had five fights at two events in the combat sports open trials.
FO: What did it feel like to be centre stage in your first competitive fight?
NB: Exciting, I trained hard so I was confident and eager to show my skills. All went well, a win by guillotine in 1min 30secs.
FO: How long have you been training?
NB: I have been involved in Martial Arts for many years, but my MMA training began one and a half years ago when I met my friend and teacher Sifu Alan Orr. He has opened my eyes and constantly surprises me.
FO: What sort of training regime do you follow?
NB: I train at least two hours a day either at my club or at home in my garage.
FO: What is the best aspect about training and competing?
NB: Training has given me focus in everything I do. It has given me goals and something to strive for, to me that’s priceless. The best thing about competing is the chance to put my skills to the test. I never want to have a false sense of security.
FO: What is your core discipline?
NB: Ying Hung/Chu Sau Lei Wing Chun. Many people say Wing Chun doesn’t work in the MMA scene but I am here to prove otherwise. It’s a lack of knowledge and understanding that leads people to believe this. Obviously, I train in other arts such as Catch Wrestling, but all my stand up and many other aspects of my game come from my Wing Chun training.
FO: Where and when did you have your first competitive fight?
NB: Seni 05 back in April, right next to the Fighters Only stand.
FO: What is your goal in competition?
NB: To constantly challenge myself and take it as far as it goes.
FO: Which competition are you looking forward to?
NB: First come first served, so my sights are set on the Open Trials Championships in October. I will be fighting for the Lightweight Championship and my friend and training partner Aren Baum for the Middleweight crown.
?Name:
Neil Warwick Broadbent
Date of birth:
19/01/80
Height:
5ft 10”
Weight:
78kg
Place of birth:
London England
Nickname:
None, but friends call me the Bodyrocker (we won’t ask why!)
Fight Record:
5 wins 0 draws 0 losses amateur
Lives in:
North London
Occupation:
Scenic carpenter
Club/Gym:
Combat Arts Athletic Association
(www.alanorr.com)
Hobbies:
Training
Favourite Fighter:
Matt Hughes
Favourite Food:
Anything
Most admire:
Dedication
Proudest moment:
Still to come
Scariest moment:
I have fear
Best thing about being a fighter:
Makes me feel alive.
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