Meet The Team
Meet The Team
Sensei Curtis Adkins
Operations Manager
3rd Dan Taekwondo
2nd Dan Kickboxing
The driving force behind the scenes. With years of experience and dedication to martial arts
His expertise, organisation, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable part of the team
Whether it's managing the day-to-day operations or supporting the coaching team, he ensures everything runs smoothly. Keeping the Academy at its best
Sensei Josh O'Donovan
Senior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
A fitness fanatic who pushes his limits by regularly competing in Ironman and extreme fitness events
A national silver and bronze medalist. He plays a key role in planning classes and overseeing the operations of all our training programmes
His relentless energy and passion for martial arts make him a fantastic role model for our members, encouraging everyone to train hard and aim high
Sensei Evie Hopkins
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
As a British Champion, with multiple medals at national level, she leads by example, showing what hard work, determination, and passion can achieve
Evie is known as “The Smiling Assassin” – always ready with encouragement
... but she’ll have you working hard before you even realise it!
Expect 100% energy, 100% commitment... and 100% support in every class
Sensei Joe Burgoyne
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
He started training as a boxer at the tender age of 9, and is a natural motivator and people person
Always there to support, encourage, and push people to be their absolute best
He brings a wealth of knowledge, skill, and passion to our coaching team
As a world silver medalist and multiple medalist at national level, Sensei Joe knows exactly what it takes to train and succeed
Sensei Lewis Ebrey
Junior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
No stranger to hard work and dedication. As a seasoned competitor, whether in the ring or on the mats
He leads by example with passion, discipline and commitment
His hard-working nature
and ability to connect with people make him a valued part of our team
Always there to support, guide, and inspire our members in every class
Junior Leader
Evie
Evie heads up our Junior Leadership Team and looks after our Little Dragons 4-6yrs. She is always there to give a word of encouragement and to make sure every child feels seen and supported
Everything from helping a nervous first-timer, tying belts, handing out encouragement stickers, to offering high-fives, big smiles, and buckets of support
Leading by example... always there with kindness, patience and open arms 🙌
Sensei Curtis Adkins
Operations Manager
3rd Dan Taekwondo
2nd Dan Kickboxing
The driving force behind the scenes. With years of experience and dedication to martial arts
His expertise, organisation, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable part of the team
Whether it's managing the day-to-day operations or supporting the coaching team
He ensures everything runs smoothly, keeping the Academy at its best for our members
Sensei Josh O'Donovan
Senior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
A fitness fanatic who pushes his limits by regularly competing in Ironman and extreme fitness events
A national silver and bronze medalist. He plays a key role in planning classes and overseeing the operations of all our training programmes
His relentless energy and passion for martial arts make him a fantastic role model for our members...
Encouraging everyone to train hard and aim high
Sensei Joe Burgoyne
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
He started training as a boxer at the tender age of 9. A natural motivator and people person
Always there to support, encourage, and push people to be their absolute best
He brings a wealth of knowledge, skill, and passion to our coaching team
As a world silver medalist and multiple medalist at national level, Sensei Joe knows exactly what it takes to train and succeed
Sensei Evie Hopkins
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
As a British Champion, with multiple medals at national level, she leads by example, showing what hard work, determination, and passion can achieve
Evie is known as “The Smiling Assassin”
Always ready with encouragement... but she’ll have you working hard before you even realise it!
Expect 100% energy, 100% commitment...
and 100% support in every class!
Sensei Lewis Ebrey
Junior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
No stranger to hard work and dedication. As a seasoned competitor, whether in the ring or on the mats, he leads by example with passion, discipline and commitment
His hard-working nature and ability to connect with people make him a valued part of our team
Always there to support, guide, and inspire our members in every class
Junior Leader
Evie
Evie heads up our Junior Leadership Coaching Team and looks after our Little Dragons 4-6yrs
She is always there to give a word of encouragement and to make sure every child feels seen and supported
Everything from helping a nervous first-timer, tying belts, handing out encouragement stickers, to offering high-fives, big smiles, and buckets of support
Leading by example... always there with kindness, patience and open arms 🙌
Leadership Assistant Coaching Team
Whether helping out with warm-ups, leading by example, or just being that positive energy on the mats - Our Leadership Team are a huge part of what makes Bristol Martial Arts Academy
so special 💙
Always giving 💯%. Their hard work, passion, and dedication makes sure our members have the best possible experience in every single class
Leadership Assistant Coaching Team
Whether helping out with warm-ups, leading by example, or just being that positive energy on the mats
Our Leadership Team are a huge part of what makes Bristol Martial Arts Academy so special 💙
Always giving 💯%. Their hard work, passion, and dedication makes sure our members have the best possible experience in every single class
Sensei Curtis Adkins
Operations Manager
3rd Dan Taekwondo
2nd Dan Kickboxing
The driving force behind the scenes. With years of experience and dedication to martial arts
His expertise, organisation, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable part of the team
Whether it's managing the day-to-day operations or supporting the coaching team, he ensures everything runs smoothly, keeping the Academy at its best for our members
Sensei Josh O'Donovan
Senior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
A fitness fanatic who pushes his limits by regularly competing in Ironman and extreme fitness events
A national silver and bronze medalist. He plays a key role in planning classes and overseeing the operations of all our training programmes
His relentless energy and passion for martial arts make him a fantastic role model for our members, encouraging everyone to train hard and aim high
Sensei Evie Hopkins
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
As a British Champion, with multiple medals at national level, she leads by example, showing what hard work, determination, and passion can achieve
Evie is known as “The Smiling Assassin” – always ready with encouragement... but she’ll have you working hard before you even realise it!
Expect 100% energy, 100% commitment... and 100% support in every class
Sensei Joe Burgoyne
Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
He started training as a boxer at the tender age of 9, and is a natural motivator and people person
Always there to support, encourage, and push people to be their absolute best
He brings a wealth of knowledge, skill, and passion to our coaching team
As a world silver medalist and multiple medalist at national level, Sensei Joe knows exactly what it takes to train and succeed
Sensei Lewis Ebrey
Junior Academy Coach
1st Dan Kickboxing
No stranger to hard work and dedication. As a seasoned competitor, whether in the ring or on the mats, he leads by example with passion, discipline and commitment
His hard-working nature
and ability to connect with people make him a valued part of our team.
Always there to support, guide, and inspire our members in every class
Junior Leader
Evie
Evie heads up our Junior Leadership Team and looks after our Little Dragons 4-6yrs
She is always there to give a word of encouragement and to make sure every child feels seen and supported
Everything from helping a nervous first-timer, tying belts, handing out encouragement stickers, to offering high-fives, big smiles, and buckets of support
Leading by example... always there with kindness, patience and open arms 🙌
Leadership Assistant Coaching Team
Whether helping out with warm-ups, leading by example, or just being that positive energy on the mats
Our Leadership Team are a huge part of what makes Bristol Martial Arts Academy so special 💙
Always giving 💯%. Their hard work, passion, and dedication makes sure our members have the best possible experience in every single class
Bristol Martial Arts Academy
252 Central Park
Off Petherton Road
Hengrove, Bristol
BS14 9BZ
Bristol Martial Arts Academy
252 Central Park, Off Petherton Road
Hengrove, Bristol, BS14 9BZ
Celebrating Over 20 Years Of Helping People Reach Their True Potential Since 2001
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