Instructors
In kung fu, sifu is used as a term of respect for an expert with the skills to guide others
Leonard Jackson
Leonard Jackson received his 7th Dan black belt, Legend & Lifetime Achievement Award, and was inducted into the WUMA Hall of Fame. He has been practising martial arts for over 48 years and formed Maroon Fist in 2012. Maroon Fist is a martial art system blending traditional Chinese and African moves with Tai-Chi, boxing and self-defence and can be practised by people of any age and fitness level. It helps to improve confidence, fitness and working towards a healthier lifestyle. We use the phrase ‘be fluid and flexible’ to explain how moves should flow together rather than be stiff and rigid, to keep the body moving throughout a form. Health and fitness is important to help us achieve our goals in life and the Maroon Fist style works to help people follow their own path to reach their potential. Leonard Jackson – 7th Degree Black Sash. Contact details: Mobile 07858000927 / email maroonfist@yahoo.co.uk
Andrea Varfi
My name is Andrea Varfi. I met martial art in my childhood than joined karate dojo in Hungary. One of my karate teacher's voice is still in my mind: "Don't think about Andrea! Just do it!" I got timeless wisdom from him. During this period I got a chance to learn from Masafumi Shiomitsu sensei. Can not thank them enough. Before I left my country, my life turned upside down and made me stop it. It was rough time... Giving up something what you love to do is never easy. The regular physical exercise always been part of my life, so I was looking for a new challenge, a new love. The Yoga as new challenge, new love came to my life. Now, I am living in Bristol, still practicing a yoga, hiking or walking, cycling with my family and joined in the last December to the Maroon fist. Healthy life is one of my number one priorities. Including diet, well-being too. The Maroon fist means a community to me and my goal is being part of the team where everyone well-being is matter. Hopefully it will be the place where we can count on each other as nice family. Martial art is like a big family.
James-Lee Baker
James - Lee Baker, well-known as the "Flash", has come to prominence within Maroon Fist Association. He's been training with me for five years and he has the ability to kick and punch at any angle. His overall fitness is on another level and he is developing his technique. I'm very happy to announce he is the official trainee instructor. Sifu Len Jackson Maroon Senior Instructor.
