TESTIMONIALS

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Read what others have to say about The Martial Arts & Fitness Centre and its Satellite Clubs with our Testimonials below:
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"I enrolled my son for Little Dragons and could not be more impressed with the professionalism and warmth shown by the staff.  I know nothing with regards to martial arts and was made to feel totally at ease by the in-depth instructions from Kay.  Many thanks."
Claire Fitzpatrick (MAFC)
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"My instructor explains the techniques very well so everybody understands. He makes everything fun and we learn as well. Kickboxing has given me confidence and that helps me, it is a good way of making friends and to help me make friends at school too."
Ellie Williams (Risca)
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"Jack came to Taekwon-do with very little confidence, but all thanks to Mrs. Gassor-Jones Jack is a changed little character, us as parents can not thank her and her team enough!!! Once again thank you Mrs.Gassor-Jones!!!"
Jack Knowles (MAFC)
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"Sometimes we go into groups and have races against each other. We do fun things like kick pads as hard as we like."
Ella Woolley (Risca)
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"I really enjoy Taekwon-do.  Mr.Thomas is an extremely good instructor.  He is very patient and makes the lessons fun and interesting for both adults and children.  Since starting Taekwon-do in January I feel I have learnt a lot about myself and am feeling a lot healthier."
Gemma Faulkner (Duffryn)
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"I like going to classes at Undy and I like all the instructors.  I have learnt a lot and it has helped my confidence."
Louie Morse (Undy)
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"I like Kickboxing because its good to learn how to defend yourself. Mr Heybyrne is an excellent teacher and he should be because he is a black belt."
Jamie Chard (Risca)
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"I love training at the MAFC because it's a great way to get fit and a fun way to spend evenings with friends.  I love being in the Team and fighting in in Tournaments and participating in Team training."
Rhiannon Nielsen (MAFC)
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"I enjoy coming to Taekwon-do because I meet friends, there's a great teacher and I like doing all the techniques.  I started Taekwon-do because my friend used to go and he said he enjoyed going and plus it's better because there's a lot of people I know there."
Lewis Churchill (Rogerstone)
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"A great club with two fab coaches. My children (aged 11 and 7) always feel like they get full training and a great workout, in a fun and friendly class. Both coaches are really encouraging and both want the club to become even better, by using a number of great initiatives such as junior captains, buddies and motivational rewards. The commitment by both coaches can be further seen by the splitting of some sessions into lower and senior grades, which focuses more on 'grade appropriate work'. Both instructors are approachable if I want to discuss something about the children. Altogether a fab club for all ages."
Adam and Ella Reed (Caldicot)
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"It is fun! The instructors are helpful. I like all the stretches. I love my pattern."
Cain Wiliams (Undy)
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"There is no monetary value you can put on what benefits my son has gained from being a part of the MAFC family.  Apart from the skills which he has gained, this family of friends has helped him gain amazing results in his school work as well."
Dino Dash (MAFC)
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"Keeps me fit and it is fun!"
Edward Hiscocks (Undy)
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"I like Mrs. Gassor-Jones, she is very helpful and encourages me to do well in my classes.  I like the doing the competitions and like learning about Taekwon-do."
Kyle Williams-Corbin (Undy)
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"Dylan has only been attending the Duffryn Taekwon Do club for the past month but has settled in well and is thoroughly enjoying it. The club is a very friendly, close knit group who work really hard. Chris, the instructor allowed me to watch the first lesson and I was really charmed by the way the class was run - the children have a balance of practicing and learning new skills mixed with play and games throughout. Chris Thomas is fantastic with the children; he is always positive, enthusiastic and puts so much effort in to make sure they all achieve great results. I'm so glad I've found a professionally run club and my son looks forward to every class! Thank you."
Dylan Kirke (Duffryn)
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"I like how nice the instructors are and I enjoy sparring."
Jamie Yung (MAFC)
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"There is a variety of fun and technical things that we do which is different in each lesson."
Georgia Southway (MAFC)
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"Dan has been attending the MAFC in Maindee for 4 and a half years and has just attained his black belt in Taekwon-Do.  He has developed in fitness and confidence.  The staff at the centre are absolutely fantastic, you feel that they really care about their students and that you can approach them about any concern you might have, they are really helpful and answer all your questions (Emma is a font of knowledge and extremely friendly). A++++++++."
Daniel Gardner (MAFC)
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"I like all the instructors and junior leaders in Taekwon-do and I like Mrs.Gassor-Jones and when Mrs.Gassor-Jones does different games in class, breaking, korean and sparring."
Milly Taylor (MAFC)
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"I like coming here because of all the things I've learnt and all the fun things we do and all the different lessons you can do and all the people here to help you so you could learn something new every day".
Kieran Doyle (MAFC)
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"I enjoy Taekwon-do! I really enjoy lessons with Mr Gassor because in his lessons he mainly concentrates on fitness."
Jack Thompson (MAFC)
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"The Centre is a very welcoming place to visit.  All the staff are very friendly and nice.  I like that Mrs. Gassor-Jones is always thinking of new things to do.  We do kicks, punches and guards.  I love it!"
Myles Bassage-Morgan (MAFC)
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"I have been training in Little Dragons for just under a year. I really enjoy the lessons and I train 4 times a week. The instructors are brilliant and make the training fun and interesting and they are very nice. Everyone at the MAFC is like one big family that makes us all feel welcome."
Jade Rendle (MAFC)
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"I like Taekwon-do because it is fun, makes you confident and makes new friends.  I like it when Mrs.Gassor-Jones comes up with new ideas."
Jake Rendle (MAFC)
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"I love Taekwon-do so much I wish my lessons were longer.  Mrs.Gassor-Jones is a really good instructor and always helps me when I need it.  The assistant instructors are really helpful."
Ryan Davies (Undy)

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"I think kickboxing is brilliant as it teaches you self defence, you can spar with your friends and is good fitness as well.  My instructor is good as he teaches us how to spar but has taught me a lot of self confidence.  Also I think I will become a stronger person mentally and physically."
Daniel Chappell (Caldicot)
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"My daughter Ellie has been attending classes at the MAFC since she was 4 and now, at 14, she is close to her 2nd Degree Black Belt.  All credit to the Gassor's and their fellow instructors for keeping Ellie interested and guiding her in her achievement."
Colin Campbell (MAFC)
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"I think that the MAFC/IMAA provides great martial arts sessions, but it's not just martial arts that they concentrate on, they also teach you other things like self control, respect to others and general life skills.  The instructors are not just instructors they are friends."
Vince Black (Undy)
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"It's so fun! I wish I could go to more than two lessons per week!"
Connor Davies (Undy)
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"I like the punching and the kicking and Mr. Thomas supports us."
Harvey Redding (Rogerstone)
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"I think my fitness has improved a lot and I enjoy meeting new friends.  All the teachers are FAB!"
Ellis Murphy (MAFC)
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"I like Taekwon-do and getting belts and making new friends."
Joe Friel (Duffryn)
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"Since joining Undy, William has been inspired, motivated and encouraged to work hard and learn.  He loves Taekwon-do and can't wait for each session.  He has inspired me to take up the sport.  The Club is friendly, fun and encourages everyone to achieve their best. Mrs. Gassor-Jones encourages everyone to believe in themselves."
Charlie Holmes (Undy)
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"The staff are very friendly, it's a good place to learn Taekwon-do.  Dave in the cafe is great, he does a nice burger!"
Jordan Casey (MAFC)
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"We do Taekwon-do kicks and patterns and I like the club as it is good."
Joshua (Rogerstone)
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"I like Taekwon-do because my instructor Mr.Thomas is a good instructor."
Ethan Kyte (Duffryn)
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"The service from this club is excellent; my son has come a long way in a short time.  His instructor Mr. Thomas is really talented and has a lot of time for all his students."
Sarah Facer (Rogerstone)
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"I like Taekwon-do because it has helped me in self defence, it has built my confidence and learning in school.  The best thing I ever did was start Taekwon-do and I have made lots of friends.  Thank you."
Alex Gould (MAFC)
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"The MAFC is a fantastic place to develop social skills in youngsters whilst learning a valuable art.  My son enjoys his lessons with excellent tuition and great facilities.  The staff are very understanding to needs and are very approachable."
Lloyd Drinkwater & Kelly Hay (MAFC)
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"I like to go to Taekwon-do, it's a lot of kicking and I get to pay with some of my friends who are going.  I like to try it at home."
Jacob Morse (Rogerstone)
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"Mr.Thomas is a good instructor because when I started he was kind and not to strict when we done something wrong, he would correct you and will not shout."
Tegan Givvons (Duffryn)
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"What I think of the MAFC is that it's a fantastic place to train in martial arts or just for general fitness.  The staff are all excellent, I enjoy their positive attitudes and personalities.  I enjoy their training routines, it's never the same each week, they always mix the training to guarantee your body getting worked.  I love it"
Daniel Alexander Jones (MAFC)_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

"I think that this is a really good club the instructor is also very good.  I enjoy all the patterns.  My favourite is four directional punch.  The kicks are really cool and I enjoy all of them.  I think Taekwon-do is my type of martial arts."
Alex Rondel (Rogerstone)
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"From doing Taekwon-do I have found that I am more disciplined by helping out with the earlier classes too.  I have attended Undy for 2 years and have watched it progress and improve, Mrs.Gassor-Jones has made this club fun and an enjoyable place to be.  I have achieved Black Belt and gained lots of friends through doing Taekwon-do."
Rhys Thomas (Undy)
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"The martial arts Centre is very big and there are lots of training halls to train in.  I enjoy Kickboxing because it is fun and you learn lots of kicks, punches and moves.  The staff are kind, funny and friendly.  Martial arts is the right place to go if you want to learn how to be flexible and to fight."
Usmaan Siddique (MAFC)
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"If you go to Taekwon-do you do warm ups and exercises that keep you fit and strong.  You are taught how to protect yourself and respect.  I have made lots of friends and I love it and Mrs.Gassor-Jones is the best teacher ever."
Jayden Farr (MAFC)_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

"What I like about Taekwon-do is that it's fun, enjoyable and good for fitness.  I have made many new friends and the main reason why I like to come back is that it's a great way to see my friends."
Rowan Charlton (Undy)
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"I like our club a lot because it is really fun and interesting.  I am happy to be a part of it!"
Morgan Thomas (Duffryn)
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"Lewis enjoys coming to the club, it gives him something to work for.  It gives him exercise twice a week."
Lewis Churchill (Rogerstone)
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"I love kickboxing.  It's a great and fun way to keep fit.  Mr Heybyrne is a great and fair teacher, he helps you a lot on pre-gradings and in ordinary classes."
Jake Gaskell (Caldicot)
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"This family run business is dedicated to helping your children succeed to their full potential.  They make everyone feel welcome and I can't keep my son away.  He enjoys every minute he's there and has made lots of new friends."
Hayley Farr (MAFC)
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"Not only is Taekwon-do a good skill, it also provides firm discipline and an excellent way of keeping fit.  My son has certainly gained from attending classes at Undy Taekwon-do Club; the classes are run in a very professional manner and the staff are very helpful, friendly and committed."
Amanda Davies (Undy)
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"The Centre is great and the Staff are really helpful and friendly.  I have made lots of good friends there.  There's something for everyone."
Ashleigh Faulkner (MAFC)
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"I think the MAFC is a really great place to learn martial arts.  It teaches you respect, discipline and self-defence.  All the Staff are really friendly, kind, funny and helpful if you are having trouble with a certain move.  I've learnt absolutely loads since starting Kickboxing and there's no doubt I'll be learning more!"
Libby Harrison (MAFC)
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"The club is brilliant because the club is nice, relaxing and friendly.  I have also made loads of new friends and my teacher Mrs.Gassor-Jones is very helpful and now I am a Black Belt and a junior leader.  I have also been put into Gassor's Tournament Team which makes me very proud."
Robert Monk (Undy)
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"There are different reasons why I like Taekwon-do.  One reason why is because you have the ability to learn self defence."
Liam Carroll (Rogerstone)
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"I attend the 'Little Dragons' Taekwon-do four times a week.  Little Dragons is a fantastic class, it has helped me make new friend and learn new skills.  My teachers are excellent and help us all very much."
Jake Rendle (MAFC)
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"I have made many new friends.  Here it keeps me fit and healthy.  The teacher, Mrs.Gassor-Jones is a good friendly teacher."
Alex North (Undy)
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"Liam really enjoys attending Taekwon-do.  It gives him exercise in a structured manner and a way in which he enjoys.  Also it gives him the opportunity to meet other children."
Liam Carroll (Rogerstone)
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"The MAFC Centre is a great place for learning Taekwon-do.  Instructors have helped me achieve my Black Belt.  I have always been very shy but Taekwon-do, the MAFC Centre and everybody in it have helped me to overcome my shyness."
Gemma Gambarini (MAFC)
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"I am not a 'fitness freak' but I do like to keep fit.  I use the cardio gym whilst my daughter takes her Taekwon-do classes - much healthier than drinking tea! Everyone is friendly and always willing to offer help and advice.  Keep up the good work."
Sue Jeffs (MAFC)
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"I think my Club is a very good club.  The Instructors are helpful and every lesson I have a lot of fun.  I have made new friends and my confidence is better and it keeps me very fit.  It has helped me to stand up to bullies."
Oliver Lebrocq (Undy)
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"A fantastic family led centre. Lessons are always fun and everyone is made to feel welcome, even if you are on your own. The instructors' knowledge of various martial arts really comes through in the training. It really developed my fitness as well as my confidence. A fantastic social life as well. I have tried other martial arts clubs and none have come close in terms of enjoyment, depth of knowledge, respect and welcome."
Rachel Cully (was Flack) (MAFC)
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"My son really enjoys coming to Taekwon-do twice a week.  Mr.Thomas does a fantastic job teaching them and whipping them into shape!"
Maria Thorne (Rogerstone)
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"Excellent Instructors and very organised lessons.  My daughter really enjoys 'Little Dragons' and is progressing well.  Great for discipline too."
Pam Curtis (Undy)
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"The Staff at the gym have supported me throughout my training and have inspired me to continue on making friends and growing in confidence through Taekwon-do."
Victoria Jeffs (MAFC)
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"Throughout the last couple of years I have seen the club develop, in a good way.  I have begun to enjoy it more and I believe that my skills have improved.  I think Mrs.Gassor-Jones has been a good addition to the Club."
Sam Grosvenor (Undy)
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"The MAFC is an outstanding family run fitness centre that prides itself on praising, encouraging and bringing the best out of its students. The staff are always thinking of new things to include in training sessions in order to make lessons fun, they are all excellent role models for any child.  Through training at the MAFC my child has developed great self confidence that has helped him to excel at school and in other sports.  Definitely one of the best choices I have made as a parent. Thank you Gassor Family."
Tanya Mullins (MAFC)
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"I enjoy Taekwon-do because it keeps me fit and healthy.  Other than Taekwon-do I do different things, I go cross-train running and I go to weight training.  I enjoy talking to my mates in Taekwon-do.  Taekwon-do sometimes tires me out big time but it doesn't stop me going."
Jonathan Black (Undy)
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"I think the Centre is really great because it teaches you to stick up for yourself.  It is really fun to learn and the instructors are really nice.  I like Mr. Watts, Master Gassor and Mrs.Gassor-Jones.  The Centre has really helped me.  Thank you."
Kian Urquhart (MAFC)
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"I like the training at the MAFC because the staff are nice and the training gets better every day."
Kieran Doyle (MAFC)
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"Fantastic Club, Zak really enjoys attending."
Matthew Roberts (Rogerstone)
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"The MAFC has helped my son to develop from an under confident boy who was being bullied into a young man of 10 years.  He no longer accepts being a victim of School bullies and now helps children in School who are being bullied.  What a difference! Thank you Master Gassor and family."
Dino Dash (MAFC)
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"Taekwon-do is a great thing to do, it can really change your life and you meet friends".
Liam Doyle (MAFC)
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"Since I have been coming to the MAFC I have made lots of friends.  I have learnt how to defend myself and I have improved my self-discipline".
Rebecca Johnson (MAFC)
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"I think Taekwon-do is fun and if you are getting bullied you have something to protect you.  I like Mrs. Gassor-Jones because she teaches us to be strong and smart."
Eve Lebrocq (Undy)
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"I have been coming to the MAFC for 9 years and since I've been here I have made lots of friends.  I am more disciplined and I can defend myself if I was in a bad situation.  I also come to the MAFC to keep me fit and healthy."
Jordan Bryan (MAFC)
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"The MAFC helps me with my self discipline and self control."
Morgan Diamond (MAFC)
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"The MAFC helps me with my self control.  The instructor that has inspired me the most is Mr.Watts because he helps me with my training.  I have made a lot of friends."
Connor Sweeting (MAFC)
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"We do Taekwon-do kicks, punches and patterns."
Zak Roberts (Rogerstone)
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"The MAFC has helped me persevere and taught me self-discipline."
Thomas Willcox (MAFC)
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"The MAFC is very good, it has been great for my son because he has learning difficulties. He has come along great because the members of staff are very good and helpful."
Joanne Clifford (MAFC)
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"The MAFC is a great place to be with a friendly atmosphere.  Everyone involved helps build your confidence and makes you a much better person."
Lauren Allen (MAFC)
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"I've made more friends by coming to the MAFC.  It has helped me improve my self discipline."
Elisha Bevan (MAFC)
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"The MAFC has helped my self-confidence and my self-discipline and it teaches me how to respect people."
Ayrton Mullins (MAFC)
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"Both my children attend Undy Club and really enjoy it.  The dedication, professionalism , knowledge and passion of the Instructors is excellent.  It has helped them with confidence and discipline.  I would thoroughly recommend the Club."
Caroline Lebrocq (Undy)
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"I like the kicks, the punching and I like the sparring."
Markos Thorne (Rogerstone)
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"I think the Centre is not just about Taekwon-do or Kickboxing but also the people and friendships that you make."
Vincent Black (MAFC)
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"The MAFC is a great and friendly martial arts Centre.  My two boys and girl can't wait to get there every week and it is great for disciplining."
Dawn Taylor (MAFC)
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"The MAFC has changed the way I act and has taught me self defence so now I don't get bullied anymore."
Cerys Hawkins (MAFC)
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"It's like a family at the MAFC.  I've made amazing friends and I like training at the MAFC and the staff have been supporting me since I've started."
Nash Jefferies (MAFC)
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"The staff are helpful and I have made good friends since I have been training at the MAFC."
John Brosnan (MAFC)
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"When I trained at the MAFC, I always felt that I was welcome and had no worries of being left out by anyone. They were supportive, kind and helpful to everyone that come to the centre. The team helped me to become who I am today and I will always be grateful as it was because of them I have a much higher level of confidence in everything I do. Cheers guys."
Nathan Watkins (MAFC) 
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"MAFC is a fun, friendly marital arts Centre.  My 6 year old son has been training at the Centre for a year and has enjoyed it thoroughly.  The centre encourages children of all ages and I would recommend the Centre to everyone."
Kerry Debnam (MAFC)
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