Inspiring Thelo T-Shirts
Thelo T-Shirts are now available, enquire to order yours. The shirts feature a range of quotes, hoping to encourage, motive and inspire people everyday to be the best versions of themselves.
Starting October 1. Box your way out of mental fatigue!
A 12-week online group training program incorporating boxing, low impact, high-intensity exercise with weekly mental health worksheets. Get your mind and body fit for summer. Register now!
International Mental Health Conference
I will be presenting at the International Mental Health Conference (IMHC), held at the RACV Royal Pines Gold Coast, Queensland this November 12-14 2020.
My do or die moment
This fight was my do I die! If I didn't win this one, then I was going to stop boxing. You see, although, I was a skilled boxer, it was my mind that let me down. Watch the fight to see the outcome.
How are you coping in isolation?
For those of us in Melbourne, Australia, we are now in a second COVID-19 lockdown. It’s tough being in isolation again, especially if you suffer from mental health issues such as depression. Vickie Simos talks through coping strategies and seeking help.
Follow us on Facebook for live sessions
Follow Thelo on social media to see regular live sessions discussing mental health and the benefits of martial arts training on body and mind.
Box your way out of mental fatigue!
A 12-week online group training program incorporating boxing, low impact, high-intensity exercise with weekly mental health worksheets. Book now!
Where my martial arts journey began
My first taste of Martial Arts came at the age of 15, where I started Rhee Tae Kwondo, with Black Belt instructor Jack Centofanti. However, it was second time that had the most effect. 10 years later I entered the premises of the International Combative Martial Arts Academy.
Martial Arts training for children on the spectrum
Small group martial arts training for primary school children wth autism or developmental issues. Learn new skills and develop confidence.
Thelo launches with Peter Khalil
Peter Khalil, Federal Labor Member for Wills attends the launch of Thelo.
Self defence classes for teenage girls
Self defence class for teenage girls. Small group sessions on Monday evening in Brunswick, Victoria.
Speaking at Melbourne High school
Last week I had the privilege of being a guest speaker at Melbourne High's school assembly. I spoke about resilience and not giving up and the things I do to stay balanced. I was pleased to engage and interact with the students. Education is such an important part of life and I was honoured to be able to share my experience and knowledge.
Support and counselling for remote FIFO workers
Being away from family and friends working FIFO creates an isolation that no one understands until they experience it. Here I go into my personal struggles with remote working and how my experience can help you.
Empowering Women - Rediscover the best you
A new program presented by Thelo Active Therapy to assist disadvantaged women in Melbourne, running workshops to rebuild their confidence physically and mentally to empower them to see their worth.
Boxing sessions with students at South Oakleigh Secondary College
I was humbled and privileged to be asked to teach these classes to several groups of students at South Oakleigh Secondary College. They learnt new skills and showed courage and determination.
Speaking to students at South Oakleigh College
Last month I spoke at South Oakleigh Secondary College to 100 year 8 and 10 students. I talked of my struggles/challenges with not fitting in, growing up as a first generation Greek Australian, having low self esteem, low self confidence, no self worth, and how therapy and Martial Arts helped me overcome many of these struggles.
Meeting World Kickboxing Champion Iron Mike Zambidis
In 2016 I travelled to Athens, Greece and had the opportunity to visit World Kickboxing Champion Iron Mike Zambidis at his gym, the Zambidis Club. Read about my experience.
Launching my new book ‘The Boxer Within’
I launched my new book, ‘The Boxer Within’ at a wonderful event in my new hometown of Melbourne at the The Exchange Hotel - Port Melbourne. I want to extend a huge thank you to friends and family for their support, each receiving a signed copy of my book.