About

My training experience at a glance

• MSc Strength and Conditioning from the University of Edinburgh
• Trained in ‘Practical’ Wutan Tai Chi by Dan Docherty, 1980 South East Asia full contact champion
• British and European Tai Chi Heavyweight Champion (pushing hands)
• Trainer of dozens of national and European Tai Chi pushing hands champions
• Trainer of multiple national and 2 World Champions (San Da kickboxing)
• Trained in kettlebell lifting in Latvia by Vasily Ginko, 7 time world champion

I teach martial arts and strength training in a way that draws from exercise science as well as decades of experience as a coach and practitioner.

Fundamental Objectives 

• Improve Your Body Composition – whether you are interested in building martial arts skills or simply follow a strength and athleticism approach, becoming leaner is the quickest route to achieving good health.

• A Simple, consistent and high volume approach to training – Helping you learn to do more quality training work with less effort to enhance your physical condition, ingrain fundamental technical and tactical skills whilst building resistance to fatigue and ‘toughness’.

• Avoidance of flowery martial training or strength training tricks – I use a very rich selection of training exercises designed to build the real attributes of excellent physical conditioning or martial technique. Fitness industry fads aren’t used, nor are flowery, ineffective martial arts moves.

• Health building and recovery methods- Harness the power of highly sophisticated exercises (Neigong) that help improve overall health and athletic potential, whilst enhancing your recovery and readiness to return to harder training.

• Get MORE Out Of Less- Prioritising training that is time efficient, letting you get more results from the time and effort you put in.

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 christer kihlstrom 
 
 
 
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I’ve been training in this style of tai chi for over 20 years. The 13 Dynamics approach is a perfect fit for me because it is focused on traditional Hong Kong style martial Tai Chi which develops powerful self defence skills - which I need to use on occasion in my working life as a bouncer/bodyguard/security operative. There’s also an amazing array of training for improving physical and mental health too. All in all this Tai Chi system is awesome.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Physio Scope 
 
 
 
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A rare find in the metropolis of classes currently offered in tai chi and martial arts coaching. Authentic teachings delivered by a talented and heavily experienced guru in martial arts and fitness training.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Benjamin Gardiner 
 
 
 
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I’ve been training with Neil for a few years now. Neil is a very accomplished martial artist and a fantastic teacher. My self-defence skills, fitness and confidence have all increased considerably since I started training. Classes are a great workout with a well-rounded and traditional martial Tai Chi syllabus, including forms, conditioning, pad-work, technique-drilling and light sparring and wrestling. Neil cultivates a relaxed, easy-going and safe training environment for all levels of ability.

If you’re looking to build fitness, health and learn a practical and effective system of self-defence, then I highly recommend training with Neil.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Rodrigo Mazorra 
 
 
 
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Awesome training!

For those who want to dig from the bone the experience of traditional Chinese martial arts and  have the marrow for finding a punch from the ground.

Neil is a fantastic instructor, with a great heart, and impeccable movements that come from speaking to the form.  He has been in the ring and knows the application of form.

Great team of practitioners who are genuinely keen in exploring what it is to move from the ground and flow into punches, throws, pushing hands and flow.

If these words resonate with you, please join us.

Peace and love!

Rodrigo
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Chris Adair 
 
 
 
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Neil embodies what he teaches, he’s the real deal. Effective Martial arts with deep rooted traditions. Practical, fun and I feel 10years younger thanks to  the training.
I’ve had many teachers - some great teachers some great martial artists, Neil is both.
Grateful every day as I do my (mostly) daily practice.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Ruby Gregory 
 
 
 
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I went to Neil after being mugged wanting to learn some techniques to protect myself. In only a few sessions I felt stronger and back in control. His method of teaching is incredible. I come away every time having learnt sooo much. Now I train twice a week as once wasn't enough!!
  
 
  
 
 
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