Instructor

Mike commenced his Martial Art journey in 1982. He has been involved in many different systems and styles giving a breadth of experience to share.

A lifelong hobbyist, Mike enjoys the added dimension training and sharing Martial Arts bring to his world. Employed full time as an I.T Support Engineer with a busy family life, he understands training must balance and compliment your schedule, not consume it.

An enthusiastic and practical instructor, he uses both his previous training and his real life experiences gained working security to deliver the well rounded program we offer. 

Committed to furthering his own learning Mike is mentored by Sensei Kurt Graham and Sensei Pedro Pacheco Fernandes. These two gentlemen are expert technicians and exemplary Martial Artists.

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Qualifications:
Ittoshinkan Martial Art - 3rd Degree Black Belt
Tu Kaha Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) - Purple Belt
Freestyle Karate - 2nd Degree Black Belt
Kickboxing - Cross-training since 1993
NZJJF Certified Instructor
Assistant Instructor since 1995
Lead Instructor since 2006.