All Programs at Positive Impact MMA are taught by Alex and Heather Sung. Please see individual Bio's below for a detailed description of each instructor’s qualifications and background training.

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ALEX SUNG

Muay Thai Background

Alex began his Muay Thai training in 2000 in Kingston, Ontario but due to military training commitments and eye surgery he was forced from the sport for nearly 2 years. Alex resumed his Muay Thai training in Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba in 2003. Over the past 5 years Alex has been fortunate to develop his skills under the guidance of some of Canada's top Muay Thai instructors, such as; Mike Sweeney, Eric Advincula, Philipe Gelinas, Dave Horvath, Bart Curtis, and Oralee Molberg.

Professional MMA Background

Alex has competed professionally at MMA in both Canada and the United States and holds a professional MMA record of 6-3 (see www.sherdog.com for official stats) Alex has fought in notable MMA promotions such as King of the Cage Canada; Ultimate Cage Wars; Dakota Fighting Championships; Cage Fighting Extreme; and Extreme Caged Combat.

Currently Alex is under the tutelage of Muay Thai instructor and strength and conditioning specialist, Heather Sung (also his wife), and is affiliated with Curtis Brigham and the Winnipeg Academy of Mixed Martial Arts.

Alex continually strives to learn and better his skills, and looks forward to continuing this tradition, by passing on this acquired knowledge of martial arts to his students in a safe and comfortable learning environment.

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HEATHER SUNG

Heather Sung brings many different skills to the Positive Impact MMA Coaching team. Heather is the instructor of the Women's Muay Thai class and is the co instructor for the Men's Muay Thai Class. In addition she instructs the Positive Impact Girls program, the Positive Impact Combat Conditioning program; personal training;  Nutrition & Wellness consulting, and Registered Massage Therapy.
 
 Heather's Key Qualifications Include:
 
* Registered Massage Therapist
* Certified Personal Trainer with Fitness and Nutrition Diploma
* Sports and Conditioning Specialist with Twist Conditioning
* Member of Canada's Fitness Professionals
* Muay Thai Kickboxing Instructor
* Medical First Responder
* Early Childhood Educator
* Nutrition & Wellness Consultant
* Self Defence Certification
 
 
Muay Thai & Martial Arts Background

Heather has trained in martial arts for ten years, starting first with Traditional Martial Arts & Western Style Kickboxing and then moving into Muay Thai kickboxing. Heather has been privileged to train at the Canadian Kickboxing Muay Thai Center under the renowned Kru Guisseppi Denatle and Kru Dave Horvath. During this period of time Heather completed her level three Muay Thai certification test, under the evaluation of legendary K1 kickboxer Duke Rufous. Heather has also trained with Bart Curtis and number two ranked World Kickboxing Federation (WKF) female fighter, Oralee Molberg.
 
Heather has taught adult kickboxing and kids martial arts for seven years, and has an extensive background in personal training and sports conditioning, including experience with training professional MMA and Kickboxing fighters. She has completed numerous certified self defence training courses and has combined these skills with her martial arts and kickboxing knowledge to develop a practical and realistic self defence program.

Child Care Background                                                                                  

Previously owning her own private child care facility, Heather is a certified early childhood educator with seven years of experience working with children of all ages.

Personal Training and Holistic Wellness Specialist                                                                                        

Heather has a diploma in Fitness and Nutrition and is a member of Canada's Fitness Professionals. She has worked as a nutritional consultant, and has a wealth of experience as a life-coach for various wellness centers geared towards helping people achieve a healthy weight and lifestyle.  Heather has experience personal training clients of all experience levels from people looking to lose weight to serious athletes competing in body building and fitness competitions.

Registered Massage Therapy