Student Spotlight

Geneika Fadlen in Year 10 participated in her second amateur Muay Thai fight. 

Growing up, Geneika witnessed her dad train and compete in Muay Thai, but he chose not to participate in fights out of fear of injury, which would impact his family life. Geneika was intrigued and shared his passion. 

After finally convincing her parents, Geneika began her kickboxing journey at 9 years old, transitioning to muay thai from the age of 11 with no intention of slowing down. She loves Muay Thai because it is so different from many other sports that students participate in at her age, it requires physical and mental strength, demolishes stereotypes and assumptions, and fosters a special family connection through their shared passion. 

Geneika’s fight occurred on Saturday, 14 June as part of the MTA amateur series in Sydney. Her fight was at PTJ Muay Thai Gym in Gladesville, where the fighting ring was assembled outdoors and elevated for a professional experience. Her opponent was Chloe, a 31-year-old fighter from Fightworks Gym in Wollongong, while Geneika is 15 years old, proudly representing INRJ Martial Arts & Fitness Gym in Seven Hills. 

Congratulations to Geneika (in blue), who won the fight by points!

We look forward to hearing about Geneika’s progress and the outcomes of her upcoming fights in July and August.

Ms Carmela Hollero

Leader of Learning Gifted Education