Our Team.
We pride ourselves on continually refining and investigating the latest self defence tactics in use. Our team is hand selected and trained by our Head Instructor to ensure your workshop delivers worthwhile material.
experience
taught to survive
Chris Cameron
CEO – SMART Defence
- Head instructor Shizoku Martial Arts
- Life skill educator
- Sensei Okinawa te Karate
- Instructor Okinawa te Budokan
- Personal Wellness and Motivator
Chris is a qualified Martial Arts instructor. He began training in karate at the age of 13 years old. Over the next 30 years Chris has continued to train and extend his passion for the martial arts and close combat training.
In 2016 Shizoku Martial Arts was opened by Chris to pass on his knowledge and training of life skills & mental wellbeing delivered through martial Arts to the next generation.
Chris says that ‘basic self defence skills are for anyone and everyone. Being prepared for the worst and confident you can protect yourself or your loved ones is so important.’
Lee O’Connell
SMART Defence Coach
- Instructor Shizoku Martial Arts
- Life skill educator
- Personal Wellness and Motivator
Lee is a qualified Martial Arts instructor. With over 30 years experience in Shotokan, Kendo and Bouncing Lee has brings a vast knowledge to the floor of self defence and what works and what doesn’t.
Annie Mahe
SMART Defence Coach
- Instructor Shizoku Martial Arts
- Life skill educator
- Personal Wellness and Motivator
With experience in Taekwondo, Freestyle Martial Arts Annie is a force to be reckoned with. She provides our workshops with a unique women’s viewpoint and touch and is not afraid to show off her skills.
Interested in becoming part of our team?
We are always looking for like minded people who want to make the world safer and wish to teach.
Interesting Info
We recommend seeking your doctor’s advice before undertaking any form of physical training or having a word with the instructor. Self Defence Classes & Workshops can be both physically and mentally demanding.
SMA Self Defence
Tel. Chris +64 (0)21 823 857