The Chief Instructor of the Centre of Excellence and the Northwest clubs is Sensei Darren Ellis, a black belt 5th Dan. Darren is a four times world champion and a full time Martial Arts and fitness instructor and has trained for over 25 years. He holds Dan grades in both Traditional Shukokai Karate and Freestyle Kickboxing, of which he holds British, European and World titles in Freestyle Sport Karate. There are only a few Instructors in the Northwest with Darren's experience, having trained with most of the top instructors and coaches from around the world, on Street Self Defence, Full Contact and Semi Contact fighting.

Freestyle Karate more commonly known as Sport Karate or Kickboxing is one of the most modern and powerful Martial Arts practiced today. Through training you will be able to defend yourself effectively and confidently within a relatively short period of time. All tuition is given by fully qualified male and female black belt instructors.

Why should I choose the N.S.K.A School of Martial Arts Although our techniques are based on centuries old knowledge, our application of that knowledge sets N.S.K.A Clubs and instructors apart from the other schools and associations. We realize that each student possesses different physical abilities. Size and strength varies with each individual, so once you have acquired a strong foundation in the basics, our program will enhance your personal physical capabilities & maximize your self/defence skills. You will understand exactly what it takes, mentally & physically, to defend yourself or your loved ones should the need ever arise.

Programs Designed With You In Mind At the Centre of Excellence we are interested not only in self-defence skill, but also in the complete personal development of each student. Individual attention is a feature of each and every class; students are encouraged to progress quickly and easily towards their personal goals. Our instructors take seriously their responsibility as role models for younger Students, teaching them the importance of strong character, leadership and good values.

Under 10's Little Dragons Club I have been asked a hundred times what is the best age to start my son / daughter in martial arts classes! The answer, of course is NOW. Why wait to give your child that extra edge in confidence and self-esteem. Children are fascinated with the idea of learning martial arts, NOW you can give them the chance to learn martial arts the real way safely and by fully qualified black belt instructors.

Our introduction class in to martial arts is for children 4 to 10 year olds the class is run more around martial arts games, which leads to them learning martial arts but in a fun way. All members of the little dragons club get a 15-minute break, half way thorough the lesson so they can have a drink provided by the club. At the end of each lesson all little dragon members receive a free dragon sticker, tattoo etc.