Two of the greatest legends in kickboxing history, Semmy Schilt and Ernesto Hoost, are leading SENSHI’s sixth invitational training camp, taking place from October 15 to 18 at SENSHI GYM in Varna, Bulgaria. The camp gives participants the opportunity to train under the guidance of world champions, refine their technical and tactical skills, and showcase their potential to the fight organization’s team.
A total of 26 fighters from 14 countries are taking part in this special training camp for middleweight and heavyweight competitors. The elite camp brings together representatives from England, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Germany, Greece, Italy, Moldova, the Netherlands, Romania, Türkiye, France, Croatia, and Montenegro. Among them are Bulgarian kickboxers Daniel Dinev, who made an impressive debut by defeating a renowned opponent at SENSHI 26, and Mr. Action Eduard Aleksanyan, a SENSHI European Champion in 2023 and 2024.
As part of their professional preparations in Varna, Bulgaria, Angelo Mirno, who finished third in the SENSHI Grand Prix tournament in the -85 kg division; Nathan Cook, a recipient of SENSHI’s “Knockout of the Night” award; and Yuri Farkas, who competed in the most recent -95 kg Grand Prix tournament in September, are also training intensively. The camp also features Marius Munteanu, a regular participant in SENSHI training camps and fight galas, and Lucian Genunchi, a two-time champion at the KWU SENSHI World Cup for Amateurs in 2025 and 2026. Representing Brazil, Eduardo Fanfa has also travelled to Bulgaria, having secured third place at the 2025 World Cup for Amateurs.
The latest invitational camp organised by the international SENSHI fight series brings together active professional fighters from the heavier weight divisions for intensive, high-level training under the guidance of two iconic figures in combat sports. From today until Sunday, October 18, kickboxing legends Semmy Schilt and Ernesto Hoost will share their extensive international experience and knowledge with participants eager to improve their competitive abilities and take the next step in their careers.
Semmy Schilt is a four-time K-1 World Grand Prix champion and a five-time world kickboxing champion. The world-renowned kickboxer is regarded as one of the most dominant heavyweight competitors in the sport, known for his imposing height, precise technique, and strategic approach to fights.
Ernesto Hoost, known in the combat sports world as “Mr. Perfect,” is a four-time K-1 World Grand Prix champion and one of the most influential figures in kickboxing history. The Dutch legend is renowned for his exceptional technical precision, versatile fighting arsenal, and ability to develop effective strategies against a wide range of opponents.
The sixth invitational camp offers active light heavyweight and heavyweight fighters an excellent opportunity to train under the watchful eye of world champions Semmy Schilt and Ernesto Hoost, sharpen their technical and tactical skills, and gain valuable experience in an international training environment. Participants can focus entirely on the masterclasses and training sessions, as SENSHI covers their accommodation, meals, and the entire training programme throughout their stay in Varna, Bulgaria.
A Stepping Stone to SENSHI’s Professional Ring
The invitational training camps are an important part of SENSHI’s mission to discover and develop new talent in combat sports. They give ambitious competitors the opportunity to train with established international instructors, exchange experience with fighters from different countries, and demonstrate their abilities in a competitive training environment. Medalists from KWU SENSHI amateur tournaments are among those looking to refine their fighting styles and prepare for the challenges of the professional ring.
For the representatives of 14 countries, the October camp in Varna, Bulgaria is an opportunity to demonstrate not only their technical skills and physical conditioning, but also their discipline, character, perseverance, and competitive spirit. Their performances may attract the attention of the SENSHI team and open the door for promising and talented fighters to receive future invitations to compete at the organisation’s professional fight galas.
With another invitational camp underway, SENSHI continues to build an international community of promising fighters and support their development through direct interaction with proven champions and professionals from the global combat sports scene. This approach also helps shape the next generation of prestigious titleholders and future stars of the professional ring.
