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Neil Wells- Adult Kickboxer- Testimonial

In September 2008 I came to work in Teesside. I had a routine check up at the doctors and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The doctor told me to lose weight, change my diet but most important of all, exercise. Rather than do nothing and run the risk of developing type 1 diabetes I decided to try kickboxing.

I enjoyed kickboxing very much and soon had my first grading to be a red belt! I had started to lose weight straight away and felt 100% better in myself. With improved health and confidence I started an extra lesson, 1 hour private training with Mr T Rice. The weight loss and improved fitness encouraged me to attend more and more. By July 2009 I was doing 2 lessons per week plus my hour of private coaching and soon gained my yellow belt.

The belts were a secondary aim for me, more importantly was the fact I was fitter and healthier than before. In September 2009 Yarm Martial Arts Academy went to Teesside High School and I joined in those classes too. I was now training, when I could, 3 times a week plus my 1 private class which was now taught by Mr C Rice.

Now, 1 year on from my diagnosis, I received the fantastic news that if i had been in this good health last year I wouldn't have been diagnosed with diabetes! I have also lost 3 stones in weight and 5 inches from around my waist. I feel 10 years younger! A big Thank You to the staff of Yarm Martial Arts Academy, especially Tony and Chris Rice, who I believe are largely responsible for my much improved health due to hard work, encouragement and personal training.

It is now October 2009 and I am going for my 3rd belt before christmas. If you want to know anything else, pop down to the academy, I will more than likely be there!

Mr & Mrs Foxton
Parents of Thomas, 7

Since Thomas started martial arts at Yarm martial arts academy there has been such improvement in his confidence, behaviour and his school work. His school report was excellent. He shows respect to us as parents and to the family at home, he is so helpful with his little brother. We would recommend Yarm martial arts for any one.

MRS I'ANSON
MOTHER OF ELLIOTT, 11

Over the past few weeks I have had lots of building work carried out at home and Elliott has to be recognised for the effort he has made in helping out in all ways. He has been very helpful in helping me with household chores - not only the general tidying and his own homework but he has also helped his little sister who is 7 years old with her homework. I have witnessed how caring and patient he has been with her when I haven't had the time that I usually have.

He is to be commended for his actions and I would like you to know that Yarm Martial Arts have to be thanked in part for giving him the opportunity to learn to respect others.

Since he has been with you he has thought about the family he lives with and actively takes part in doing what he can to help.

Mr John Harrison
adult kickboxer & now a trainee instructor

After advice from my doctor in taking some sort of exercise to help my blood pressure and joint problems I decided to do Kickboxing at Yarm Martial Arts.

Firstly I found the staff and fellow students friendly and approachable, and the lessons easy to follow and always told by the instructors to go at my own pace.

After several months my blood pressure is down,my joints are doing fine and I have lost weight, I would recommend the kickboxing programme to any adult fit or not.

Mrs Holliday
Mother of current black belt robbie, 15

Dear Tony,

Just thought you would llike to know,we have seen tremedous improvement in Roberts attitude to certain subjects at school. In particular he has excelled in a recent maths test which was a poor subject for Robert.

No doubt his positive attitude at his martial arts classes is rubbing off else where.

Craig Southall
father of Jack, 6

Hi,

Just a quick note to thank all the instructors for your help over the past 6 months. My little boy is now the proud owner of his white/yellow belt. He is now looking forward to moving up the grades as fast as he can.

His training has definately helped his focus, balance and finally cracked the left hand - right hand dilemma.

Thanks again

Mr & Mrs Milburn
parents of Harrison, 6

As you all know Harrison has just done his first belt grading. We wanted to say how well organised it was and how much we enjoyed it. We were thrilled when Harrison was presented with his medal. Everyone who knows Harrison has noticed lately how he has settled down, his school work has improved and his behaviour is brilliant.

We want to say a massive thank you to you all because we know what a big impact you all have on him.

Thank you again from two very proud parents.

MOTHER OF BEK SLATER,

Chris,

I would just like to say what a change I have noticed in Bek since he has started coming to the Academy. He does still have his moments, but his attitude has changed considerably! I only have to mention yours or Tony and he practically jumps to attention!

I would recommend this academy to any parent

Mr & Mrs Laws
parents of Aaron, 6

Just a wee note to say we experienced our 1st Grading for our son Aaron today and thought the whole process was fantastic and very professional. Everyone made us feel so welcome and Larissa and Chris were tremendous with the boys, as always! Aaron starting martial arts has enabled him to achieve things we never thought... he could, ie standing still for 1 minute, Thanks to the excellent and patient instructors. Once again many thanks. We so proud of His white yellow belt. Kind regareds Tracy and Martin Laws Aarons Mum and Dad.