TOM DAVIES

I was a very physically active child and initially became interested in the Martial Arts at the young age of 7 after watching Jean Claude Van Damme movies with my dad.

At the age of 7 I started my Martial Arts training at BMMA HQ in Telford under Lee Matthews as a Cadet and I was hooked instantly. I honed my skills and developed a confidence that is rarely seen in children at such a young age. At Blue Belt level I became part of the SWAT (Special winning attitude Team) at BMMA, helping lead instructors develop the new students’ skills and abilities.

After 3 years of dedication, I gained my black belt at the age of 10. I then went on to compete nationally and internationally. 1 year later I earned my first Dan. Which then allowed me to take the lead instructor role during classes and I also completed the 5-day gruelling BMMA instructor training /selection course.

At the age of 17 I went through the arduous and world renowned 8-month training of the Royal Marine Commandos. Throughout the training I was pushed to limits I never thought I had in me. But I know looking back that, being at BMMA, really gave me the stepping stones I needed to complete this stage in my life.

Within my 10 year career I had in The Royal Marines, I was involved in many operations and exercises around the world, from the USA, Middle East and South east Asia, developing a mind set and strength that cannot be matched without these life experiences.

Unfortunately, due to injury I was Medically discharged from the Royal Marines in November 2022. Not knowing what I wanted to do after The Royal Marines I Reached out to Lee Matthews who is the brand owner of BMMA, knowing I had amassed skills that would be a great addition to the BMMA family.

Which brings us to today, I am now a re-trained fully qualified instructor ready to pass knowledge and skills onto the next generations to come.