We aren’t a competition academy that are focused mainly on pushing their students to compete. Having their attention mainly on a small competition team for those that are ‘good enough’ to be part of. We aren’t just focused on the physical skills of martial arts and fitness, we educate our students to develop the mindset to make progress in all areas of their lives. Therefore teaching focus, discipline and confidence are a big part of what we do. We aren’t interested in training future champions and just be better than others, our goal is to help them be the best version of themselves to achieve their goals and dreams in life. We are an academy that is inclusive where everyone is welcome to enjoy and benefit from our classes. Our mission is to empower our students to Excel in Life, Together.

We aren’t a academy that doesn’t allow parents to stay and watch or get involved. At Excel we encourage parent participation, to enjoy watching your child from the comfortable parents seating area with a nice hot drink in hand. We appreciate and welcome all family members to see your child learn and grow with us at Excel.

We aren’t a academy that gives students belts based on their participation or attendance. All of our students at Excel learn to work hard and earn their belts. Everyone is on their own journey with clear goals along the way. For most students training twice a week, Black Belt is a minimum of a 5 year goal (starting this stage of their training from age 7+). Some student’s journeys to Black Belt take longer than this. We have to remember it’s not just about the outcome and the goal it’s about the person we become along the way that matters most.

We aren’t a academy that uses punishments to discipline children or use fear and authority to instruct them. Saying or even shouting phrases like “Don’t do this” or “You are doing it wrong”. At Excel we use inspiration and positive leadership to ensure the students to enjoy their training and motivate them to work hard for themselves not for others. Encouraging the students to do their best and praising them goes a long way in the dedication we see from our students.

We don’t just put you or your child straight in a class. We offer a tailored, private 1:1 introductory session, The Excel Assessment. Designed to assess your needs, build rapport and guide you towards the best training path, The Excel Assessment is your first step towards confidence, new skills and personal growth through martial arts.

We aren’t a gym that spars hard, encouraging fighters to beat each other up. We don’t have students with big egos that want to knock people out and parents that aggressively shout from the side lines. We are an academy that teachers students to be humble, look after their team mates and help each other learn. Martial Arts is about discipline, respect and kindness. We teach these life skills for both on and off the mats.

We aren’t a academy that is part of a governing body that enforces rules on how we do things. Our academy has the freedom to design our own curriculum and class plans for our students to enjoy and benefit from as martial artists and as human beings physically, mentally and emotionally.

We aren’t a academy that has favourite students. At Excel we see everyone as individuals and give all of our students the same level of love, care and support. We value all of our students in making Excel the most positive and friendly environment.

We aren’t a academy where the instructors stand at the front giving strict orders without demonstrating or training themselves. Our coaches at Excel are fit, healthy and never stop learning. They train hard as students multiple times a week to be the very best they can be. They truly lead by example.

We aren’t a academy that does contract, sign up fees, charges separately for belt testing or gradings, sells tickets to graduations or charges annual licence fees. Everything is included in our month to month memberships. We are confident you will love what we do and want to provide you with the very best experience each and every class.

We aren’t a academy that does contract, sign up fees, charges separately for belt testing or gradings, sells tickets to graduations or charges annual licence fees. Everything is included in our month to month memberships. We are confident you will love what we do and want to provide you with the very best experience each and every class.