World champion kickboxer named manager of UK spa

The newly opened Waterfront Spa & Health Club at the Best Western Plus Dover Marina Hotel in Kent, England will be run by a world-class athlete – Tae Kwon Do and kickboxing champion Rhianne O’Neill.

O’Neill is currently ranked third in the world in Kickboxing following her success at the 2017 World Championships.

Over the years she has been Kickboxing World Champion three times. She is also a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has been European Champion six times and World Champion twice, as well as holding the British title for many years in both sports.

The former Kent Police officer has worked in the fitness industry for more than 10 years and is a Level 3 personal trainer, a spin and kettlebell instructor and a sports massage therapist.

“We’ve an excellent range of facilities and a great team at The Waterfront Spa & Health Club," said O’Neill. "I’m looking forward to helping our clients make the most of all we have to offer, whether they are seeking to get fit or simply to discover new ways to relax.”

More than £1m has been invested to create seven treatment rooms, a new sauna, steam room and whirlpool, a bigger and more luxurious relaxation area, changing rooms and showers.

Improvements to the gym include new state-of-the-art equipment, while personal trainers are on hand to assist guests and run fitness classes.

The five-storey hotel building dates back to the 1830s. For decades it was home to The White Cliffs Hotel, which later became The Churchill Hotel. Past visitors include Prince Edward, Sir Winston Churchill, actors James Bolam and Tamsin Outhwaite and author Bill Bryson.