Hot martial arts prospect Hollie hits the big time with England call-up

Hollie Brook (12) will compete in the World Association of Kickboxing Association (WAKO) Junior World Championships in Jesolo, Italy in September. It’s a huge achievement as WAKO is the only kickboxing organisation with Olympic pathway recognition.

The club are immensely proud of Hollie. They insist the call-up is a reward for Hollie’s relentless determination, unwavering dedication, and an unbreakable passion for martial arts. Her path to this prestigious international stage has been marked by years of hard work, countless sacrifices, and a deep love for the sport that has taken over her life.

Hollie’s commitment paid off when she won the British Championships earlier this year, but she didn’t rest on her laurels. She continued to push herself, training even harder to prepare for the GB selections later in the year. Her efforts paid off once again when she emerged victorious, earning her spot in the Points Fighting Youth Champion Female +47kg category.

In addition to her training at the school, Hollie took her passion home. She built her own home training dojo in her garage—a space where she spends her spare time refining her skills, studying fight videos, and preparing mentally for the challenges ahead.

Sensei Andrew Hicks, chief instructor at Hicks Family Martial Arts School, expressed his pride and admiration for Hollie’s accomplishments: “We are so proud of Hollie and her achievement.

"This is a position she has earned herself through years of dedication and perseverance. Her hard work on and off the mat truly deserves recognition. We wish her all the best in September in Jesolo, and we can’t wait to see her bring back gold!”