Dart - Self Defence Training

Sensei John Titchen has been training my son for three years now. John's sessions are engaging and the drills help perfect self-defense skills for many varied (and dangerous) real-life situations. My son's self-confidence and defense technique have grown immensely thanks to John's advice and tutoring.

My son trains with Dr Titchen and from what I've seen, his classes are very relevant to the name of the club.

I have been training in the martial arts for over thirty five years and have been fortunate enough to have had some very good world class instructors. As such it's not often that I am truly impressed by another instructor, but John Titchen struck me as being on a different level to most. A true understanding of his subject matter, backed up by a very impressive CV. Sensei Titchen is a leading voice when it comes to teaching a legally underpinned self defence system. Since training with John ...

I am a 20 year Law Enforcement veteran, JKD teacher and founder of HAVOC JKD and it has been my singular pleasure and honor to have Sensei John Titchen teach at my school. He is a consummate professional with an ability to apply the traditional systems within a modern setting. John applies context and legality to the .murky world of self defense and I have learned a great deal from him in our exchanges online and in person. I cannot recommend training with him enough if you are seeking an a...

DART Karate is unlike other karate clubs you might have joined. Head coach Dr. John Titchen teaches with enthusiasm and years of experience. He's always welcoming to newcomers and after every class you leave with that exhausted bliss after a great workout and learning opportunity. DART differs from 'traditional' Karate in the the sense that there is a strong emphasis on practical self defence application. You aren't bombarded with different moves for different situations instead you're provi...