ITC Chief Instructor Martin Smith 9th Dan is available for private or small group tuition in any aspect of the ITC curriculum. It is not possible to list all the benefits of such tuition, so call us and we can arrange an introductory session to discuss your needs.
Tuition is available in all aspects of the martial arts and suitable for student or Instructor level. You can train individually or with a partner, the latter being of greater benefit, as it enables better monitoring of progress by the tutor. You can chose your own path and select training in any specific programme within the ITC curriculum or obtain an over view and then progress on to formal, recognised grade and qualification path within the Institute.
Private Tuition
If you are just starting or are already training in the martial arts or other aspects of personal safety training, you may well be looking for that extra, specialist session, outside of main class tuition. It may be that time does not allow you to train when classes are on, or you want to work on specific needs or interest within the arts, preparation for a grading, a competition or your own personal development.
Private tuition costs are:
£40 per hour for individual tuition
£50 per hour for two people together.
£120 per hour for small group tuition (Up to 6 people training together)
Specialised Courses
Martin Smith is both a National and International martial arts trainer and examiner; he is available for training in many aspects of the arts. Training is available at your location to carry out training specific to your needs. Martin is happy to conduct seminars to suit your needs and include:
- Club tuition up to 20 participants £60 per hour (Minimum 2 hours)
- Seminar / Course Tuition 20 participants up to 50 participants £90 per hour (Minimum 3 hours)
- Large Seminar / Course Tuition from 50 participants – contact for prices.
None of these include basic travel costs which can be discussed and agreed at the time of booking.
Within the Fuseki Martial Arts System, accelerated training and evaluation to instructor level is available by means of a variety of training plans, together with grade progression to assistant and full instructor levels (2nd Dan).
Associate ITC Instructor
This qualification is available to those with existing martial arts qualifications and is dependant on proven skills in five core areas of the Fuseki syllabus, these are:-
- Long Range Striking Skills
- Footwork/Entry/Limb Destruction Skills
- Close Quarter Striking Skills
- Standing and Ground Grappling Skills
- Weapon Skills (single stick and single knife training)
Associate levels is awarded on assessment of these key areas and attendance at a prescribed number of two hour private tuition sessions held in Nottingham.
The number of private sessions is dependant on previous experience and current skill levels, (a minimum requirement would be one session per month for six months, an average would be twelve sessions within one year).
The minimum requirement for entry at associate level is three years continuous training in the martial arts which can be verified with instructors or by means of certification or grading records.
Open Courses
Martin runs a number of open courses per year with four planned for 2025
