Kirsten Owen
Programme Lead, F.A.S.T.
Oversees the F.A.S.T. Recreational Gymnastics programme. WTKA World Kickboxing Champion, training and competing out of Urban Combat Ipswich.
F.A.S.T. Recreational Gymnastics in Ipswich
Fun, foundational gymnastics skills — part of Urban Combat's full class programme since 1967.
Recreational
Not competitive
All abilities
Beginners welcome
1 membership
Every class on the timetable
Free
Trial class available
The programme
What Is F.A.S.T. Recreational Gymnastics?
F.A.S.T. is Urban Combat's recreational gymnastics programme, teaching foundational skills — balance, flexibility, coordination and basic tumbling — in a fun, non-competitive setting. It's built for general skill-building, fitness and enjoyment, not as a competitive gymnastics pathway.
In Ipswich
Where Can I Do Recreational Gymnastics in Ipswich?
At Urban Combat Ipswich, alongside Karate, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Creative Bo Staff and Creative Sword. One membership covers the full timetable, so families already training with us can add gymnastics without joining a second club.
Is it right for my child?
Is F.A.S.T. Right for My Child?
F.A.S.T. suits children who want to build basic gymnastics skills, confidence and fitness in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Families looking specifically for a competitive gymnastics pathway may be better served by a dedicated gymnastics club — F.A.S.T. is designed as a fun, foundational complement to our martial arts programme, not a replacement for specialist competitive coaching.
Coaching
Who Teaches F.A.S.T.?
Having a genuine Team GB-level coach on staff means the fundamentals are taught properly, even though the class itself stays fun and recreational rather than competitive.
Lilia Kearney
Level 2 Gymnastics Coach
Level 2 gymnastics coach and Team GB Trampoline squad member, coaching the foundational tumbling, balance and flexibility work on the F.A.S.T. programme.
Elizabeth "Els" White
Gymnastics Coach
Coaches on the F.A.S.T. Recreational Gymnastics programme alongside Kirsten Owen and Lilia Kearney.
Venue and timetable
Where and When
F.A.S.T. runs at Urban Combat, 8 Dunlop Rd, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich, IP2 0UG.
Current class times and online booking are on the weekly timetable. Call 07362 527225 if you would rather book over the phone.