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A modern system of martial arts incorporating kickboxing, self defence, Jeet Kune Do and the Filipino Martial Arts. We also cover grappling and MMA.

And if you want personal development too we cover philosophy, mindset and self defence law. Jeet Kune Do is the art passed down by Bruce Lee to my teacher, Richard Bustillo, to me. I have been lucky enough to train with all the top names in JKD and many in the world of Eskrima. The current programme covers kickboxing, grappling arts, Eskrima (weapons) and close quarter self defence including the trapping arts from Wing Chun/JKD and Panantukan.

06/10/2026

Many people live their lives in a constant state of ‘What if?’ And usually ‘What if it goes wrong?’ So how does anyone achieve success and by that, I mean in anything. Many people see success as riches and things. That is things to own. Some see it as being a champion. Everyone has their own definition.
Over these next couple of days, I’ll be outlining the four elements that make up the ultimate route to success. I’ll be talking mostly about martial arts, but you can relate them to many phases of life.
Here we go. Element number one: enthusiasm.
When students begin their journey in martial arts they always begin with tons of enthusiasm. It’s a new activity; they have got past the feeling of being scared of being beaten up and they are meeting new people. As they continue on their journey, so enthusiasm can wane when they realise that one of the other keys to getting good at something is the desire to keep improving.
The way to keep that enthusiasm is to keep seeking marginal gains. That’s the small incremental improvements that comes from regular attendance. Yes, there are some people who don’t understand that to improve in anything requires regular (I would recommend) daily practice. That doesn’t mean going to classes every day, but it does mean practising on the days when you don’t attend. Even short workouts can bring about significant improvements.
Enthusiasm also shows up in the way you feel about training. You should look forward to training on most occasions. I think it’s unrealistic to look forward to every session and I’ve often found the classes I almost avoided have turned out to be the best classes. You are constantly reminded that this training lark is fun.
Also, the environment can affect your enthusiasm. If you train with a bunch of grumpy buggers, you’ll be looking for somewhere else pretty quick. Fortunately, UFS is full of the happiest souls around. Or as we like to say, we have our fair share of nutters.
Mostly though, you are the architect of your enthusiasm. Keep that fascination with learning and with the practice that helps you improve.
Look out for the next key in ultimate success. Can you guess what it is?
Clue. You always have enough time if you have enough of this …
See you in class.
Andy

01/10/2026

One of the many things I love about UFS is the diversity and mix of the students. We have them all. Some can even read and write! All have their own crayons.
Some great training in store tonight.

29/09/2026

It's grading results night.
Plus, a few changes to the syllabus to share. Simple stuff.
If you want to get good at anything (martial arts, playing an instrument, learning a language), obsess over the basics.
You'll see what I mean tonight.

20/09/2026

Train like a white belt.

This all started back in February, I suppose. A desire to improve. To become fitter. To lead more from the front. I had decided to do the Fan Dance before Christmas, when Mo Teague first mentioned it and to get fit enough needed a lot of work. Not enough as it turned out, but come the end of July, mission accomplished. But it set in motion other thoughts.

Could I rise further up the ranks of Doce Pares? My last grading (6th Grade Black Belt) was in March 2001, under Cacoy Canete. I called my teacher, Danny Guba, and he was very happy to have me back on board. Training commenced and I took part in his June seminar. My next one with him is booked for 11th October. If you’d like to come with me, let me know.
July was the Fan Dance and a month later, Mo Teague rocked up at AG’s to run the TRDG Camp. It hadn’t been my intention to physically take part, but I did and completed both days. A bit battered, but happy with my effort. Especially his version of the SOE’s Mad Minute. That means obstacles and more than four people battering you. Plus, a rough two-minute time limit, not one minute.

And last weekend I took part in Tommy Joe Moore’s Project Victory, covering the armed and unarmed methods taught to special agents in World War II. I had always thought this a historical curiosity. How wrong was I? It’s effective, at times terrifying and brilliant. Somehow, I finished the course with a World War II Combatives instructor certificate. I love it and it has encouraged me to study more.

What I hope this tale has achieved is that we are all white belts, no matter what colour is around your waist. White belt means open-minded, curious, inquisitive and hungry for more.

With the gradings coming up next week I encourage you to continue training as a white belt. It’s good for the soul and dampens the ego.

See you in class.
Andy

15/09/2026

I've been on an adventure.
This past weekend I took part in the Project Victory seminar in Essex. After 3 days, I have qualified as an instructor in WWII Combatives under Tommy Joe Moore.
Learning doesn't stop when you reach black belt. If anything, it helps you to realise how much more there is to learn.
The course was great. The information is amazing and it will be included in the next seminar on Saturday 24th October.
I may drop a few cupcakes of info after the gradings are completed.

30/08/2026

We have survived. The rain has arrived. The longest summer in living memory is over and now we can get done to training without the threat of heat exhaustion every night. Thank goodness for that.
I would like to make a note of some of the days that occurred from the May bank holiday weekend until now.
Sarah and Milosz’ brown belt test. With temperatures in the 30s, these two worked their socks off and passed with flying colours.
The fan dance with Sarah and Ellie as part of the TRDG clan. Not so hot, but super tough terrain. My proudest moment of the year so far.
The ‘Battle Ready’ seminar. With a great crowd and an excellent atmosphere, it set us up very nicely for the ‘When World’s Collide’ seminar on Saturday 5th September. I still have 3 spaces left, if anyone wants to join us. JKD and FMA with a surprise in the middle.
Thursday 13th August. The hottest night of the year and still hosts of you came to train. I was so proud of you.
Training with Danny Guba again in the Doce Pares system. It’s great to be a student again.
Carrying on from there. The TRDG Autumn Camp. Taking part in the two-day event and observing the marvellous trio of Katie, Sarah and Ellie at close hand. These three are such a credit to themselves and to UFS.
I have four people training privately with me at the moment: James, Gretchen, Sally and Max. It is a joy to see the progress they are making after each session. I have two spaces left for private lessons if anyone would like to join them. You get me, one-on-one or as a pair and we cover anything you want. You’ll be amazed how quickly you improve.
Which were your highlights of the summer?
I’m really looking forward to seeing so many of you return from your holidays and adventures.
See you in class.
Andy

27/08/2026

Always someone trying to make a point.
In today's 'wtf was that all about?' Tonight I'll share a dog-walking story that happened to me today that could have escalated very quickly, but didn't. Why it didn't and how it could have.
Most fights happen in the mind, not in the street.

25/08/2026

Do you know where the word ‘talent’ comes from? In Biblical times it was a form of payment. A talent was a coin. These days we recognise talent for something that someone has. David Beckham’s right foot. Agatha Christie’s storytelling. Elvis Presley’s voice. Paul McCartney’s songwriting. Name your favourite, but all of these examples don’t give the whole story.

Talent isn’t enough.

Beckham trained until his feet bled. Christie never stopped writing and plotting her ideas. Elvis could sing, but he became a master of music. McCartney learned how to craft a song and kept doing it.

One of my guilty pleasures is watching videos from talent shows. X Factor. BGT. The Voice. When these shows started, we looked out for the terrible auditions. Now it is about uncovering talent. This was the subject of the latest episode of ‘Ted Lasso’. Find the hidden gem. The example they used was Susan Boyle. Someone who exploded into world fame and she worked at it too.

As we near September, we will see lots of new people start. September and January are the two big months for new starters. And in there, there will be some very talented people. They will mix with the quiet ones. The steady ones. The grafters. And those people will usually stay far longer than those who think you can survive on talent alone.

Just look around the club members and pick one of two of the present students. There isn’t one of the very best who doesn’t sweat every week. Some do have some talent. Some persevere with very little. But they become uncommon people because they know that work will overcome talent every time.

So, keep enjoying Susan Boyle and everything else that moves you to tears and keep loving the work. It may be that others are admiring you too.

See you in class.
Andy

20/08/2026

Getting back to normal
It was so good to see faces we haven't seen for a few weeks on Tuesday. Plus, the rain was most welcome yesterday.
All classes on tonight.
Tuesday was fun. Let's keep that up tonight.

16/08/2026

Cold or hot, most of these folks are there regardless. Great people. Excellent mentality. They know their stuff.
Classes as normal tonight.

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AG's Martial Arts Centre, Tailby House, Bath Road
Kettering
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Thursday	6pm - 9pm
Sunday	6pm - 8pm

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