Kru Joe Marchand Tipping is one of Canada's most experienced fighters and coaches. He began training at age 9 under Kru Chris Kew. He holds an amateur record of 87-19-3, and a professional record of 10-5. Joe has competed all over the world, including Lumpinee Stadium. He is still an active fighter, while also fostering the growth of the next generation of Canadian athletes at his school in Stratford, Ontario, www.fifthround.ca. His 20 year contribution to the sport of Muaythai in Ontario is important to study.