THE ELITE FITNESS TEAM
Keep an eye out for the Elite Team during your visit. From World Champion Kickboxers to accredited Physiotherapists there will always be a friendly face to answers your fitness questions, or motivate you to complete that final set. Find out more about the team below.
COLIN O'SHAUGHNESSY
OWNER/MANAGER
Colin is an experienced trainer, and World Kickboxing Champion (some say the skills run in the family). He opened the Elite Gym to provide a place for Cork's Kickboxing elite to train and develop, and has now grown the gym to become a full fitness centre, offering training and fitness solutions for athletes, alongside beginners, over 50s and those looking for rehabilitation solutions.
MIKE O'LEARY
TRAINER
Olympic Weightlifting Coaching
Sport Specific Strength Coaching
Injury PRE-HAB and movement coaching
Strength and Conditioning Training
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Originally with a background in rugby, Mike has been coaching for 14 years and has the experience to train clients of any ability. From absolute beginners to international athletes in strength training, and from youths to masters in a multitude of sports.
CRAIG O'SHAUGHNESSY
TRAINER
Fitness Instructor
Personal Trainer
Kickboxing Coach
Class & Group Instructor
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Craig has been involved in martial arts since the age of 5 - and successful for almost as long! He is the current World Kickboxing Champion (and holding the title not for the first time!). Add multiple National and International titles to that record and you can imagine the family rivalry!
EDWIN HEFFERNAN
PHYSIO
Neuromuscular and Physical Therapist
Sports Nutritional Therapist
Sports Massage
Advanced Dry Needling
ACE Cupping Therapy
Pre + Post Event Massage
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Edwin is the centres' resident physiotherapist, with an experienced background helping athletes perform at their peak and recover from injury. His sporting background includes Kickboxing, Soccer, Hurling, Football and Basketball. Ask the team how Edwin can help enhance your training program.