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The clubs history is also in part the history of its founder and Chief Coach, David Croft.

Searching for the one true fighting system David Croft boxed in the A.B.A's as a School Boy progressing into Martial Arts. First a Black Belt in Karate, then Lau'gar (Kungfu) Kick Boxing Black Sash before joining Master Sken in the late 80's

Bradford 'Sitnarong' Thai Boxing was formed in 1992 and operated directly under Master Sken's guidance until 2001. Although no longer under the Sitnarong banner David Croft retains strong and enduring links with Master Sken his friend and teacher.

David places a high emphasis upon fitness and skill in equal measure and activley encourages his students to compete. Bradford Thai Boxing over the last ten years has enjoyed an 80% win ratio of all contests entered.

David Croft takes no financial reward for his time in the gym and teaches for free such is his love for Muay Thai. His daily routine includes Stretching, Weight Training and Thai seven days a week without fail.