Maestro of Martial Arts Physics

Adrian Francke, maestro of Martial Arts Physics, a registered cardio workout incorporating modern music and dance is presently in Sri Lanka for a short stay. Created by Francke five years ago, it has quite a following not only in Sri Lanka, but also in the West Indies and the USA.

"Martial Arts is a good sport because you can do it forever," says Adrian. There is no specific age limit to it since you don't have to be the best all the time."

Adrian also adds that martial arts is a "disciplined exercise for the whole body, which can be practised by people of all ages. It keeps you slim, flexible and mentally and physically strong."

Martial arts has almost always been a part of Adrian's life having begun training at the age of thirteen. His secondary education completed, it was the obvious path for Adrian to take. Beginning with just the style of 'wadokai', he went on to master inshin, typoxin, kick-boxing and others while also trying out other available styles.

In 2002, Adrian was named the National Heavy Weight Champion in Inshin. He also won the Best Teacher (Inshin) award for five straight years from 1996.

With Adrian residing in the U.S., currently classes in 'Martial Arts Physics' are conducted by his brother in Colombo.

He will also be conducting a charity class at the Dutch Borgher Union, Thummulla at 8.30 a.m. in aid of the children's section of the Cancer Hospital, Maharagama on 7 February. Francke also has plans to begin a 'mixed martial arts' self-defence class for both women and children in the near future.