ABOUT
Wembley Martial Arts was established by Carl Greenidge in 2021. Carl is one of only four full instructors under Guru Bob Breen. Guru Bob is the chief exponent in Europe of Bruce Lee’s martial arts system known as Jeet Kune Do or JKD.
The martial arts systems we teach at Wembley Martial Arts include JKD and 4D Combat, self defence, Kali/ Escrima/ Arnis and Kickboxing.
These empty hand and weapons-based martial arts systems are taught in a way which allows the user to take simple, direct and effective techniques, and implement them in everyday self-defence scenarios, improving confidence, stamina and overall wellbeing.
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We are passionate about developing fun and functional training for all age groups, group sizes or individual skill levels.
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For those looking for extra support, we can also offer 1-to-1 and remote training sessions.
MORE ABOUT CARL
Carl's journey into the world of martial arts and self defence began in 1983, when his good friend and colleague took him to the Priory Community Centre in Acton. For the next 15 years, under the meticulous tutelage of Master Stan Brown, he was coached in Lau Gar Kung Fu.
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During this time, Carl flirted with other forms of Chinese martial arts, including Tai Chi and Wing Chun. Over the years, he took part in a number of competitions and competitively sparred with a wide range of world class fighters from various disciplinary backgrounds.
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Developed in Southern China, Lau Gar Kung Fu uses kicks and punches in combination with grabs and joint locks as part of a self defence system.
During his advanced stages of practice, Carl also used traditional weapons, including the bow staff and sword.
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In 1998, Carl's friend, Dave Onuma, introduced him to the exciting, rich and complex fighting styles of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and Kali.
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After Carl visited the Bob Breen Academy in 1999 and met the man himself, he was fully invested and has committed himself to studying and improving his fighting skills in JKD and Kali ever since.
At this time in his career, he is one of only four full instructors under Guru Bob Breen for JKD, Kali and Bob's personal 4D Combat system.
In addition to this, Carl has achieved a Level 3 REPS qualification as a personal trainer and coach.