What are true virtues
Justice -
The ability to act without wavering for what is right
Courage -
Being able to face adversity despite fear
Respect -
Accepting others for who they are
Honour -
A consciousness of personal dignity and worth
Perseverance -
Moving forward despite hardship
Benevolence -
Having compassion for those in need
Courtesy & Politeness -
Acting in a way befitting a martial artist
True Virtues was founded with the vision of creating a training
environment to nurture students looking to develop themselves
in mind, body and spirit.
The study of "Bushido" or the "way of the warrior" creates the framework to truly embody what it is to be a true martial artist.
Professor
Mike Buckman-Cowling
Mike is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Prof. Mark Phillips with our lineage tracing back to Mestre Mauricio Gomes, Rolls Gracie and Grand Master Helio Gracie.
Mike has 14 years of experience in Jiu Jitsu and has delivered seminars across the UK and USA.
Having competed all over the UK at all belt levels, including "no holds barred" competitions, Mike has supported and coached many students to achieve gold medals at numerous competitive events as well as supported semi professional MMA fighters to hone their grappling strategies.
He is also a Brown Belt in Judo under the All England Judo Federation.
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Its the little details that matter, not only in our techniques.
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