12/10/2026
A clips and blasts from the past - a martial arts training journey starting 1976 over 5 decades......so far......
In addition to 33 years as a Doorman and Bodyguard, there have been many, many interesting people and situations over the years. Still making new contacts today, expanding boundaries and always looking to improve.
I have always stayed close to Japanese principles, ideas, and tradition, but I have also flavoured our technical understanding with the modern outlook of my experiences of real violence.
My commitment for the next year, other than getting you all to a great standard, is trying to restore the authentic Japanese connection in our studies. I will have an essay on martial philosophy to write and a physical test to complete in Japan. If I pass, it will enable you all to benefit from that genuine Japanese connection and the possibility of training in Japan in the future.
Lots of work to do, but it starts with you all continuing to train regularly (and on time!) You have to be there regularly to make progress. I've put 50 years in, but even I can't do it for you 😅
Thanks for being part of the journey, especially to Steve, Andy & Tom who have all put so much work into the club, see the rest of you on the mat Saturday! 🙏
