Senior Kru - Pete McCormick.

Pete McCormick started MuayThai in 1992, and had his 1st fight after only 2years training. His Ring name was “Painted Bull” due to his relentless fighting style and his tattooed physique ( and because he dislikes the colour red.) He was a very tough, hard hitting Thai-Boxer who could hurt with both hands. Pete has trained in Thailand numerous times at such famous Camps as Vorapin, Sityodtong, Kiat Busaba, Jitty’s and the W.M.C. camp on Koh Samui. He says his toughest ring battles have always been againt his fellow training partners like Lee Chesters and Christian Di Paolo.He once got a fractured cheekbone in sparring whilst preparing for a fight. He finally decided to retire from the ring in 2001.

He now concentrates on teaching here at the Gym. Pete teaches all levels of the syllabus and is probably our best Children’s Instructor. He is also an invaluable part of our corner team when our Fighters compete. He is our expert in Thai Massage and prepares the fighters before they go into the Ring.

On his philosophy of teaching, Pete says this ; “ I never thought I would do anything like this ( teaching ). I find it challenging and rewarding at the same time; especially teaching those people that aren’t naturally talented. I get a buzz from seeing people improve. It must be enjoyable for them, it is up to the teacher to make sure the students enjoy what they are learning.”

Mick on Pete : Pete is a fantastic asset to the Gym, I’ve known him so long. His knowledge on MuayThai is now immense. He is my right arm when it comes to preparing fighters, organizing Gym shows, fund-raising and teaching. I have tremendous respect for his tenacious spirit, his rock-solid loyalty and reliability and his hidden sensitivity, which is sometimes difficult to see in such a hard man.

Mick