Testimonials
Iain Abernethy 6th Dan
Leading authority on practical application
"Lee Taylor is one of a small number of people that I would unreservedly recommend to anyone seeking instruction in high quality functional karate. Lee combines strong traditional technique, solid realism and deep understanding to teach karate in the way it should be taught; but so rarely is. Lee is also friendly and very likeable giving a prospective student all they could want from a teacher.”
Geoff Thompson
Writer, Teacher, Martial Artist
"Lee Taylor is a senior level martial artist, he graduated with distinction from masterclass and black belt course. He is one of those rare instructors that is not afraid to challenge the martial norms in search of improvement and truth, he faces and dissolves his fears almost on a daily basis. He is also a physical powerhouse: very few people in the world of martial arts can hit as hard as this man. I highly recommend him as a martial artist and as a friend”
Al Peasland 5th Dan BCA Senior Instructor
Self Protection Specialist & Consultant
"I have known Lee for quite some time now and have been fortunate enough to train alongside him on seminars and also have him as a student on recent workshops. The fact that Lee, a very credible and extremely experienced Karateka, is prepared to take himself out of his comfort zone and enter into arenas outside of the normal Karate styles, is an absolute credit to him. This attitude of openess, and willingness to continue to search for more and add that to his own wealth of knowledge exemplifies everything I believe a true martial artist should be. Lee’s passion for teaching and sharing his experience with his students is at the same high level as the material he teaches. I am proud to consider Lee a student, a fellow instructor and a friend and fully endorse anything Lee sets out to do within the world of Martial Arts and Self Defence."
The Websters, Family Members
Llanidloes Dojo
"I’m Neil, my wife is Debs and then there is Sam. We wanted Sam to get more exercise and as he quite liked the idea of doing a martial art we decided that to encourage him Debs and I would take Karate classes with Lee too. I must admit I was a bit nervous about that first class - what would it be like? I’m on the chubby side so could I keep up and also could I really find the time to do this each week? I shouldn’t have worried. Lee Taylor is a great instructor and very friendly. He took time to work with each of us and has got to know what we can and can’t do. Lee wont except less than 100% effort but he also knows that everyone is different and has their own personal levels of fitness and ability and will help you train at your level. We have all got fitter, we feel more confident and I think that having a common interest has brought us closer as a family unit. However, the one thing I never expected to get from Karate which has been the most rewarding is friendship. Not just from Lee and his family Nyree, Phil and George, but from the great people that make up our club, and from outside the club.
Kelly Latham, Parent
Presteigne Dojo
"Attending the Presteigne Club Bailey gets to meet and make new friends from Presteigne and surrounding towns with other club members. Interacting and socialising with different age groups is building his confidence and self esteem. Going 2 nights a week and extra lessons when available, Bailey is learning dedication, self discipline, respect for his Sensei and others in the group. It’s important to attend regularly to enhance his knowledge and techniques, but like any child sometimes after school he wants to sit on the sofa and watch TV, but with encouragement he always enjoys it and has a smile on his face afterwards. It’s not just self defence that he learns, there is so much more besides.”
Martha Williams, Teenage Member
Llanidloes Dojo
"I started karate a couple of years ago when I was 13 or so. I was really looking forward to it until I actually had to go to the first session, which made me really nervous! After the first class I realised there was nothing to be worried about in the first place, I had a fantastic time and really felt welcome. Since then karate in Llanidloes has always been the thing I look forward to each week. I’ve definitely gained a lot of confidence and feel I can look after myself much better now. I’ve never felt bored or like I might want to stop, the classes go at a pace for you to keep up with, and have regular gradings to keep you enthusiastic and show you how you’ve improved.”
The Russells, Family Members
Presteigne Dojo
"When my son Kieran was 8 he kept asking if he could join a Karate Club (and not because he had seen a film) My wife and I found a Karate Club in Presteigne so we got the details, rang and spoke to Nyree, Sensei Lees wife and she said that there was a club on Friday evenings at Presteigne leisure centre and we were welcome to stay and watch while he settled in and we did just that. Kieran settled in on his first lesson and made new friends, but we still went and watched. My daughter Courtney then got quite enthusiastic about joining so she joined as well. I kept going to watch them both which I really enjoyed and I found the older class really interesting so when Sensei Lee announced that he was starting a new class on a Tuesday night I joined as well. It is a really good way for me to get some exercise and I get to learn different techniques and it gives me some quality time with the children,
I would recommend going to this club to everyone, everyone at the club is friendly and Sensei Lee keeps the students engaged. If you join the Tuesday club I look forward to seeing you.”
I would recommend going to this club to everyone, everyone at the club is friendly and Sensei Lee keeps the students engaged. If you join the Tuesday club I look forward to seeing you.”
