Meet your coach

Relic Wessels

Why Relic Teachers?

Relic is a versatile practitioner with qualifications in multiple martial arts, earning several medals along the way. On September 3, 2013, Relic founded Ruko, a martial art system that integrates various techniques, primarily kickboxing and wrestling. However, after completing his studies in Psychology, Therapy and Coaching, he shifted his focus exclusively to Kickboxing on August 19, 2024, rebranding his academy as Relic Kickboxing—recognising it as the system where he can most effectively help people in the shortest amount of time.

Relic offers a 75% Reduce Rate Kickboxing Scholarship through his academy, designed to help and empower underprivileged people. Having lacked this opportunity in his own youth, he made a promise to give back once he reached a point where he could.

While his primary career centers on Modern Applied Psychology, Therapy, and Coaching—helping people on an emotional and behavioural level—Kickboxing enhances physical and social well-being. This dual approach reflects his purpose: to help people achieve their full potential.

Why Kickboxing?

People turn to martial arts for three main reasons: 1) To get fit in a fun and engaging way, 2) To build confidence, and 3) To learn self-defense for themselves and their loved ones.

Traditional martial arts can take years to master, but Relic’s training methods are designed to make you highly effective within just a few months, allowing you to achieve all three goals in a shorter time.

Therapy & Mindset Coaching

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, feeling of not good enough, perfectionism, or stress? Relic can help you discover the root causes and transform your emotions and behaviour.

Relic specialises in rational thinking and practical solutions that empower you to replace unhelpful patterns with healthier ones. Together, you will tackle procrastination, build resilience, and foster stronger relationships—with yourself and others.

For more information, visit Relic’s Therapy & Mindset Coaching website.

Relic’s Background

MARTIAL ARTS CAREER

  1. MUAY THAI: 2006 - 2008 in SA & 2014 in Thailand.

  2. WING CHUN: 2008 and 2013.

  3. KOGA RYU NINJITSU: 2008 - 2014.

  4. BUJIKAN NINJUTSU: On & off while training Koga Ryu Ninjutsu.

  5. JUDO: 2011 - 2015.

  6. SYSTEMA: 2012.

  7. AMERICAN KENPO: 2012 - 2014.

  8. BRAZILIAN JUI JITSU: 2013 - 2018.

  9. SUBMISSION WRESTLING: 2014 - 2018.

  10. GRECO ROMAN WRESTLING: 2015 in SA & 2016 in Turkey.

  11. FREESTYLE WRESTLING: 2015 - 2016.

  12. WTF TAEKWONDO: 2016 - 2017.

  13. RUKO: 2013 - Present.

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Relic’s Fight Record

SUBMISSION WRESTLING

  1. Gold Medal 30.08.2014: -60kg Division in 2014 Destiny SAGA - South African Grappling Association.

  2. Silver Medal 27.06.2015: -65kg Division in Alpha 1 No Gi - Alpha Grappling League.

  3. Bronze Medal 20.09.2015: -65kg Division in ADCC - South Africa, Cape Town.

  4. Silver Medal 07.09.2016: -65kg Division in ADCC - South Africa, Cape Town.

  5. Gold Medal 19.08.2017: SUBMISSION ONLY: -66kg Division in Alpha 8 No Gi - Alpha Grappling League.

  6. Bronze Medal 19.08.2017: SUBMISSION ONLY: Open Weight Division in Alpha 8 No Gi - Alpha Grappling League.

  7. Gold Medal 10.09.2017: -65kg Division in South African ADCC.

  8. Loss 10.09.2017: 16 Man Open Weight / Absolute Division in South African ADCC.

  9. Gold Medal 07.10.2017: 60-66kg Feather Weight Division in 2017 Destiny SAGA - South African Grappling Association.

JUDO

  1. Silver Medal 03.03.2012: -60Kg Division in Western Province Trails.

  2. Gold Medal 17.03.2012: -60Kg Division in Western Province Trails.

  3. Silver Medal 05.10.2012: -60Kg Division in Western Province Trails.

  4. Silver Medal 05.10.2012: 61-66Kg Division in Western Province Trails.

  5. Silver Medal 18.04.2015: 61-66Kg Division in Bellville Judo Club 51st Anniversary Open Tournament.

  6. Silver Medal 09.05.2015: 61-66Kg Division in Western Province Trails.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU

  1. Bronze Medal 07.12.2013: -65kg Division in 2013 Cape Town International Open.

  2. Gold Medal 09.08.2014: -65kg Division in 2014 Mother City Winter Open.

  3. Bronze Medal 09.08.2014: -76kg Light Open Weight Division in 2014 Mother City Winter Open.

  4. Gold Medal 30.08.2014: SUBMISSION ONLY: -70kg Light Open Weight Division in 2014 Destiny SAGA - South African Grappling Association.

  5. 2nd Place 27.09.2014: -70kg Division in Team Renzo Gracie vs Team Gracie Jiu Jitsu In House.

  6. Bronze Medal 14.03.2015: -64kg Division in 2014 Mother City Winter Open.

  7. Gold Medal 07.10.2017: SUBMISSION ONLY: 61.6kg-65.5kg Bantam Weight Division in 2017 Destiny SAGA - South African Grappling Association.

  8. 3rd Place 07.10.2017: SUBMISSION ONLY: Open Weight / Absolute Division in 2017 Destiny SAGA - South African Grappling Association.

“Kickboxing with Relic isn't about years of training—it's about rapid, effective results.”