I began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in 2013, during a transitional period in my life. After years of playing competitive rugby, I found myself looking for something that could challenge me both physically and mentally, without the toll that rugby had taken on my body. BJJ offered that balance—highly technical, endlessly challenging, and deeply humbling. I quickly found a new passion on the mats, two nights a week training quickly went to 4 due to how addictive it is.

From white belt to black belt, I committed fully to training and competing. I tested myself at every level, stepping into tournaments with the aim to win but always open to learning. Every match, win or lose, added to my understanding of the art and myself. The journey through the belts was not just about progression, but about persistence, humility, and growth.

Now, as a BJJ instructor and Year 9 Director of Learning at The John Fisher School, it’s incredibly rewarding to guide others along their own paths. Watching students develop their technique, confidence, and understanding of BJJ under my instruction is a privilege. Seeing them apply what we’ve worked on in real time—whether in training or competition—is a reminder of why I started this journey in the first place. Teaching has become one of the most fulfilling parts of my BJJ experience.

I've been passionate about martial arts since I was a teenager. Inspired by legends like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, I began my journey with karate in my hometown of Woking before exploring judo and wrestling. Although life and family commitments occasionally paused my training, my dedication never faded.

For over a decade now, I’ve focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, complementing it with judo and wrestling. I hold a brown belt and have been coaching since my early days, teaching Gi, No-Gi, judo, and wrestling classes — including running kids’ classes for many years.

My passion lies in helping others grow — especially young people in my community. My community work dates back decades, and in 1987, I was honoured to receive recognition from the Mayor of Woking for setting up the first youth club for the local Asian community and helping keep kids off the streets.

I’ve also dedicated years volunteering at Bisley Prison, working alongside chaplains to support inmates, particularly those from Asian communities. I was proud to be among the first to introduce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and archery to my community, helping these sports flourish alongside wrestling, swimming, and horse riding — activities that hold cultural and religious importance in my faith.

In addition to grappling, I also have experience in fencing and am a qualified archery instructor. Today, I’m focused on growing as a grappling coach, driven by my love and passion for the art. I’m excited to share my knowledge and experiences with all who want to learn, grow, and build a stronger community through martial arts.