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J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts is a well-established martial arts school located in Shepton Mallet, New Zealand. Led by the principle Instructor, Master Jason Burgess, who has over three decades of experience in various martial arts disciplines, the school offers high-quality training in Ch'ang-hon Taekwon-Do. Master Burgess holds an impressive rank of 7th Degree Black Belt in Taekwon-Do, and his expertise is complemented by the Burgess family, all seasoned martial artists.
The school prides itself on providing comprehensive training for both kids and adults. Classes cover traditional martial art drills, forms, self-defence techniques, fitness, flexibility, and even kickboxing-style workouts. What sets J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts apart is its emphasis on Reality Based Training (RBT), which is a crucial aspect for developing realistic self-defence skills. Private lessons can also be arranged upon prior appointment, catering to individual needs, whether it be MMA-style training or focused practise in RBT.
Safety and responsibility are of utmost importance to J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts. The school ensures that classes are run safely, with safeguarding and risk assessments being strictly enforced. All instructors are fully insured, DBS (CRB) checked, and have received first aid training. The focus on safety does not compromise the fun and high standard of the classes, which have been running since 1996.
The school prides itself on maintaining personal standards and ethics, reflected in the quality of its students, from beginners to long-standing members in the coveted black belt ranks.
J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts offers weekly classes to suit various schedules. Saturday classes include a beginner's introduction to martial arts, designed to integrate new students seamlessly into the main classes. The main Taekwon-Do workout sessions on Saturdays provide a high-energy start to the weekend, while the Wednesday classes are perfect for overcoming mid-week blues. These classes accommodate all ages, abilities, and levels of fitness.
In addition to the regular classes, J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts offers specialist classes for those looking to enhance their skills. The Super Sparring Sundays is a class geared towards intermediate and advanced students who desire additional coaching in free-style sparring and semi-contact kickboxing. This extra class is available to fully paid-up and licenced members of GTI-UK, the affiliated group to which J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts belongs.
For GTI-UK Black Belts, the school offers the exclusive Black Belt Club, which focuses on advanced techniques, including patterns, pressure point applications, reality-based self-defence, weapons training, grappling, and coaching in instructor development.
Membership options at J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts include monthly and annual packages, providing flexibility and affordability for students. The school welcomes inquiries and offers a detailed Frequently Asked Questions section on its social media and club directories. Visitors can easily reach out with questions via WhatsApp or message.
J Burgess's Professional Martial Arts takes pride in delivering high-quality training while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Located in Shepton Mallet and affiliated with GTI-UK, the school is a trusted and well-respected institution in the martial arts community.