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Martial arts was something I had always wanted to study, but found it difficult to fit in due to various time and money restraints. However, I found that the Rapid Defence Academy was most accomodating and I began with one to one lessons which I could fit in at my lesuire. After that I joined the evening classes and was hooked. I found myself becoming more focused day to day and certainly a lot fitter, all in a clean, friendly and professional atmosphere. For me, the Rapid Defence Martial Arts Academy in Norwich comes highly recommened. -Ciaran U., Stoke Holy Cross, Norwich |
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"The martial arts world always seems to argue over which style is better, who would win, etc. In the end it is down to the student and the Rapid Defence Academy run by Sifu Talib is very much about the student. There are no inflated egos, no pretentious Bruce Lee wannabees which is a real change. Most people who want to start a martial art are nervous about doing something they know nothing about but this is a very practical and useful martial art taught by an interesting and interested master. If you have studied a martial art before I would definately recommend the main system we train in which is a very fast and real style of Wing Chun/Tsun - it removes the flamboyant elements of certain martial arts and concentrates on defense and attack. Come along and dispell the myths surrounding martial arts - its fun and you never know when it may save yours or your loved ones life. - Michael J., Norwich |
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I joined the academy together with my six year old son last year (8 months ago). For me, a father of three, I felt it was essential that I learned to protect myself and my family. The intelligent, friendly instruction I have received at the Rapid Defence Martial Arts Academy in Ber Street has dramaticaly improved my health, strength, coordination and self-defence skills. The martial arts I have learnt at the school are sophisticated, practical and specifically aimed at real world situations. There are no absurd practices like breaking bricks and flying kicks! What we learn is fast, realistic and effective. The kids classes my son attends have really boosted his self-confidence and are a lot of fun. I have found it particularly helpful that the classes run six days a week and therefore I am able to fit them in around my work commitments. I strongly recommend the Rapid Defence Academy to anyone who takes the welfare of their loved ones seriously. - Alex R., Fakenham |
Our Instructors
All our instructors are professionals who have been developed to offer the highest quality instruction. Every member of our instructor team is approachable, caring, and possesses a true love for teaching martial arts. After taking just a few lessons, you will see why The Rapid Defence Martial Arts Academy is Norwich’s choice for martial arts and self-defence training.
Sifu Talib Fehlhaber
Sifu Talib is a veteran of the martial arts with over 30 years of experience. He has been very successful in training and mentoring people since 1993. He has trained members of the U.S. Army to become self-defence instructors as well as conducting self-defence tutorials and sessions for the Chamber of Commerce, Norwich City College and the John Innes Institute.
Born in Germany in 1965, Talib was first introduced to the martial arts at the tender age of 6, when his father tired to channel the lively boy and proceeded to enroll him at a local Judo club. This was the beginning of a lasting love affair with the fighting arts that has endured until today. He currently holds a 5th degree Black Belt level in Wing Chun Kung Fu.
In a life time effort to keep his teaching practical and relevant he has devised his own method he calls “Dynamic Wing Chun Kung Fu”. As the name suggests it is broadly based on Wing Chun, but incorporates and integrates ideas of other fighting disciplines.
Sifu Talib is the founder and Chief Instructor of the Rapid Defence Martial Arts Academy. He is available for private and group bookings as well as for bespoke training for corporate clients.
Here is what some people have said about him:
Sifu Talib is a great instructor, above all he is passionate about martial arts and firm enough to keep you motivated and relaxed enough to allow a perfect balance of enjoyment to every class. If you’re keen to learn he’s keen to teach.
- S. Stephens, 22, RAF engineer
“Sifu Talib has good control of the class and it seems to me he holds a belief that people can always do more than they think they can. He won’t put up with laziness but is sensitive to people’s abilities or ‘stumbling blocks’ in their learning. His enthusiasm and love for the art rubs off and inspires the class and is surely a must for any instructor worth his salt.
He is always ready to pressure test any technique and clearly has an excellent command of the Wing Tsun system. He never shies away from awkward questions about the system and encourages reflection but not procrastination at the expense of hands on training in the class.”
- R. Johnson, 36, Social worker
“His unrivalled passion is infectious and he is extremely approachable yet maintains a distinct air of authority.”
- G. Barron, 23, Nautical engineer
“Sifu Talib is easy to talk to, funny and will help with any thing that you don’t understand, basically he helps you learn.”
- A. Bateman, 20, Student
“Sifu Talib is very confident in the way that he teaches, and this rubs off on me when it comes to my performance. He’s not afraid to get stuck in and show you productively where you are going wrong, as once your shown you wont do it that way again. He likes to keep the whole class energized so we can get the best from ourselves during the short time we have.”
- T. Sewell, 22, IT networks engineer
Black Belt Instructor Jason Orriss
Jason is part of the core of the Rapid Defence Instructor team. He joined the Rapid Defence Academy as a regular student in 2006 and then took the opportunity to enter on the Certified Instructor Training Programme in 2010.
He has so far been training in Wing Chun Kung Fu, Escrima, Submission Grappling and Judo. Jason is a full time martial arts professional and a caring and very popular instructor. He represents in many ways a new generation of young martial arts instructors with his unrivalled passion for the fighting arts.
Junior Instructor Aletha Harman
Aletha mainly looks after our very popular kids classes, but also assists with the adult beginners sessions. Aletha has been training under the tutelage of Master Talib Fehlahber for the last three years and although only young has already all the hallmarks of an outstanding instructor. She is very popular amongst all students due to her considerable knowledge and understanding of martial arts.
