we do not train for competition although students are free to enter if they wish - we train for self defence; we do spar, throw and grapple so it is pretty hands on and obviously this breeds a level of natural healthy competitveness

builds confidence & self esteem, increased fitness, strength, flexibility, helps focus & self discipline, gain real self defence skills ...it is good fun!

mixed group training (on the street their are no weight/size categories!), all techniques trained full power (mitts, pads etc.) no pulling punches, no banned techniques, hands on training not just patterns and techniques, including role playing drills etc

absolutely - children have a seperate syllabus and not being competition based means they can progress at their own pace; because of our open realistic approach women can tailor the training to suit

not as part of the syllabus but we train defending against weapons from early on - we practice use of everday items as weapons though!! senior students are encouraged to learn some weapons use - mainly kubotan, short stick or staff, as these could be everday items (broom?, umbrella? pen?)....