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John Casey on February 22, 2012 at 04:48 PM said: My son (10yrs old) and I (38 yrs old) recently did your Intro Program together. We had a really good time. We were talking about it for days later. I thought I'd pass it on. Regards

Nellie Khouri on November 30, 2011 at 03:12 PM said: My son Brandan is 11 years old this year and has attended Shire Martial Arts for approximately 2 years, where he started in the Big Dolphins. Brandan then progressed to becoming a member of the Black Belt club and has just completed a leadership course in the SWAT team. Brandan's attidude toward his schooling, his self belief and discipline at home has been through his own efforts but is also a direct result of the guidance, mentoring and patience from Gary and his team. The programe structured by Shire Martial Arts has kept Brandan interested and motivated to continue in attendance and he is flourishing due to this. Thank you Gary and your wonderful team of inspiring young girls and boys. Nellie Khouri

Emily Macgregor on November 30, 2011 at 12:18 AM said: My 14 year old son Jimmy started lessons coming up to 2 years ago, he has loved every minute - it did wonders for his self esteem as we'd recently moved over from NZ. And he's now teaching! He absolutely loves it and we are so impressed with the whole 'community' approach of the teaching and the school. I believe the essence of the philosophy that Gary and the SWAT team teach is what the world need more of! It is inclusive, encouraging, empowering and nurtures patience, discipline, strength, courage, kindness and self responsibility. What more could you ask for? I only wish I'd known about this page, I'd have written earlier, I rave to everyone about Gary and the Shire Martial Arts school, it's a gift to the kids and the community.

Michael Costigan on November 4, 2011 at 12:37 AM said: The SWAT Leadership Program is under way and I have to say it's AWESOME! It is great learning to become an instructor.

Peter Fairburn on August 2, 2011 at 10:50 AM said: My twin girls aged six commenced classes 3 weeks ago. Already the self esteem of the smaller of the two has improved greatly. Her posture as well as her belief in herself has improved. I find Gary,s holistic approach to the classes has had a really positive affect on them both in such a short time.

rudi foehner on June 29, 2011 at 08:22 PM said: gary is an outstanding teacher and his support team is simply great! the programme contains not only fab group work but also lots of attention for the individual student. my son has been with big dolphins for nearly 1 1/2 years now - and watching the training is still as exciting as in the beginning! pity that i don't find the time to attend classes actively myself!!

Michael Costigan 12 Yrs Red Belt on September 24, 2010 at 11:59 PM said: I am going to the 'Movie Night' tonight, and I know it will be great fun. I am also looking forward to seeing some of my friends if they are there! Three Ninja's will be a good movie to see anmd it will be great to eat pizza. This movie night will be just as good as the 'Karate Kid". Rock movie night!

Michael Costigan 12 Yrs Red Belt on September 24, 2010 at 11:50 PM said: Belt Graduation was great on Friday, I am looking forward to helping out the SMA team and Gary with more Belt Graduation's

Tanya Carbone on September 23, 2010 at 03:18 AM said: My son Fynn has progressed to Big Dolphins recently. In that time I have watched quite a few lessons where I have to say that the support Gary receives from his older boys helping out in the class is outstanding! They are so patient and helpful with the younger boys ,which as a parent, makes me feel extremely grateful for this program that encourages interaction with my child in such a positive way.

Michael Costigan 12 Yrs Red Belt on September 4, 2010 at 06:54 PM said: I think Shire Martial Arts is great because you learn new moves and make new friends and Gary is a great instuctor. Also I am pleased to be a part of the SMA Team, Shire Martial Arts rock

Patrick Kalatzis (7 yrs) on March 31, 2010 at 04:46 PM said: I love going to Shire Martial Arts because it is fun and one day I am going to do the kick that Karate Kid does on the poster.

Jarrod Butel (12 yrs) on March 31, 2010 at 04:44 PM said: Shire martial arts is cool because I can beat my dad, meet new friends. It gives me confidence and is fun.

Kevin Houghton (Age:20) on March 8, 2010 at 12:45 AM said: Anyone who trains with Gary will know he's a fantastic teacher, but so are his classes themselves. They are structure in a specific way, Gary is an accredited AIS coach in taekwondo, his lessons are specifically designed to enhance the body, not just the upper or lower body muscles, the lot, the heart rate you start with is usually the one you end with, even after sparring.

Kyle Hood (10 yrs old) on March 7, 2010 at 08:30 PM said: I like martial arts because you make friends as well as having fun. I also have a great teacher Gary. from kyle

Kiya Kelley (aged 28 yrs) on January 28, 2010 at 01:39 PM said: I trained Tae Kwon Do at Shire Martial Arts during the months of July-September 2009. Master Gary Simmons has developed a very thorough and holistic program for students at the school. I had not trained TKD in 9 years and had been apprehensive about finding a good teacher and good school. At Shire martial arts a found excellent instructors and very welcoming students. It is a balanced environment, where students are challenged and encouraged. I had to stop training due to injuries and unfortunately I moved from the area. However, should I ever have the opportunity to train with the school again I would certainly take it.

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