Year 10 boys face their fears with UFC star ‘the Hulk’

Year 10 boys face their fears with UFC star ‘the Hulk’

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Soa Palelei, a Mixed Martial Arts expert, visited the College on Friday, 22 July, to talk with the Year 10 boys about his life. Soa has just released a book entitled Face Your Fears. The presentation included a talk about his life and the challenges Soa has faced, and more importantly, overcome. He also held a Q&A session with the boys.

Soa runs a mentoring program called Hulk Kids MMA which focuses on inspiring children & teens, focusing on motivation, sport, health and fitness. He discussed with students how he has struggled with his weight and depression in the past and spoke about inspiration and fitness as well as overcoming hardship. Soa is also closely involved with the Make A Wish Foundation and he has granted four wishes to date.

The boys came out of the session very impressed with Soa's achievements and inspired by his dedication and achievements in the Ultimate Fighting Championships.