Testimonials

Parent:

Such a wonderful class to build kids up! My daughter has been attending Jujitsu classes with Riddlesdown Martial Arts for  a few months now and it has become one of her favourite days in the week. She enjoys the supportive atmosphere, she comes out feeling empowered after every class and she finds it a great way to relieve stress. Heartily, heartily recommend!!!

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Senior student and parent:

I cannot recommend Patrick's classes highly enough. I have been a student at several martial arts schools over the last 25 years and without a doubt the level of teaching at Riddlesdown Martial Arts is by far the best I have come across. There is always a really nice friendly supportive atmosphere, classes are varied and never boring, you get a mental as well as a physical workout and I always leave classes with a real buzz. My son attends the junior classes and is on a high for days afterwards. To sum up, if you have ever fancied giving martial arts a try, then get yourself down to RMA, you won't regret it.

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Junior student:

I have been doing one martial art or another with Patrick for 7 years and his classes are always intuitive,  fun, and practical with a good mix of syllabus and techniques applied to situations.

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Parent:

My son has been with Riddlesdown martial arts since April 2019 when he was then almost 9 years old. 3 years later and despite the lockdowns my son has achieved his 3rd belt. Patricks an amazing Sensei patient, firm and fair. His knowledge and passion is incredible and my son is so lucky to be part of the Riddlesdown martial arts family. My sons fitness,  discipline and strength has improved immensely. I can't recommend this class enough. 

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Old Palace School student (self defence course)

It was interesting to learn that these techniques should only be used as a last resort and that the key aim of self defence is to avoid any potentially harmful situation by constantly being aware of our surroundings. The lesson, taught by a skilled and zealous teacher, was engaging and I enjoyed the surprisingly easy but extremely effective techniques of self defence.

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Riddlesdown Collegiate - Director of sport:

RMA Ju-Jitsu began working with Riddlesdown over two years ago. The response from the students has been fantastic and it’s a unique opportunity for a school to be able to offer a form of martial arts as part of their extra-curricular programme. Patrick has an excellent working relationship with Riddlesdown and the numbers of students taking part has grown each year.  RMA continued to work with Riddlesdown throughout lockdown and Patrick provided one of the most popular clubs we had on offer. Its great to see so many students registered with RMA and they have added a new dimension to our extra-curricular programme. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn about discipline and self-defence and we are delighted to be working alongside them.

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Parent:

Thank you so much for offering such a wonderful service. Alexander is loving every session he attends and is looking forward to the next one. I can see a positive change in his personality since joining martial arts. The effort you put in your work as a coach is admirable and children look up to you.

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QA - City based company:

So pleased that Patrick Walsh and Riddlesdown Martial Arts are able to work with QA Higher Education London students and virtually for our other UK cohorts, over the past year. Introducing first reactions personal protection, and avoidance awareness, and hands on techniques! Clear instruction and demonstrations - Always much in demand!

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