The people behind your progress.
Experienced, encouraging instructors who know that confidence grows one small win at a time.
Expert guidance. Genuine encouragement.
Our instructors combine years of martial arts experience with patient, personal coaching. Every class is built around two simple ideas: enjoy the journey and give it your all.
Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or working towards your next belt, you will be known, supported and challenged at the right pace.
Richard Merkl
Richard is a 3rd Degree Black Belt with more than 10 years of training and five years of teaching experience. He is a fully qualified instructor with current DBS and safeguarding certification.
Jado Kuin Do became more than a martial art for Richard—it became a way of life. His coaching helps students develop skill, confidence, self-belief and mental wellbeing through purposeful training and plenty of encouragement.
Outside the dojo, Richard is a family man, keen golfer, history enthusiast and admirer of classic and modern cars. He brings expertise, warmth and a good sense of humour to every class.
Rene Merkl
Rene is a 2nd Degree Black Belt and fully qualified Jado Kuin Do instructor with current DBS certification. She has trained for seven years and taught for four.
Her own journey has built confidence, focus and a stronger belief in what is possible. That experience shapes her supportive teaching style: helping every student recognise their strengths, enjoy their progress and feel proud of what they achieve.
From a first lesson to a new personal best, Rene is there to guide, encourage and celebrate the journey. Her golden rule is simple: always have fun.
A welcoming place to learn.
Patient coaching
Clear guidance, thoughtful feedback and support at every stage.
Safe standards
Qualified instructors with DBS and safeguarding certification.
Positive progress
Effort is noticed, confidence is built and every achievement matters.
Ready to meet us on the mat?
