Meet Our Team | Phoenix Martial Arts

Meet the Team

Instructor Team

Meet our instructor team! At Phoenix Martial Arts, we’re passionate about helping every student get stronger, faster, and more confident. Our instructors are always learning and improving so your classes are fun, dynamic, and full of energy.

We keep our curriculum fresh and exciting, blending the latest martial arts techniques with tried-and-true methods. That way, whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or training for a black belt, you’ll always get the best guidance and support from our team.

Head Instructor

Martin Lee

Martin has over 15 years of martial arts experience, earning his blackbelt in kickboxing whilst exploring other martial arts.

A seasoned competitor, Martin has taken part in many tournaments, earning medals and valuable experience along the way. In the dojo, he’s known for his patient, encouraging approach always aiming to help students grow in both confidence and skill.

Outside of training, you might find Martin playing musical instruments, a hobby he loves for the same reason he loves martial arts: it’s all about practice, creativity, and enjoying the journey. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or chasing your next belt, Martin’s energy and passion make every class a positive, motivating experience.

Instructor

Josie Nixon

Joining to make new friends, build confidence and build fitness, Josie has achieved things she never thought possible.

After completing her black belt grading, Josie has really taken on the mantle of a role model for others.

Josie is great at pushing our members to break through barriers as well as guiding them through learning and development.

Josie has overcome barriers through kickboxing and has used these experiences to become a great instructor and role model.

Josie now regularly teaches our Monday night female classes.

Leadership Team

Our leadership team is where our students begin learning to be instructors and role models for others. Learning under the supervision of our instructor team through regular team meetings and development in class.

We see these leaders as the future of Phoenix Martial Arts and through the development of their personal character and martial arts skills, we hope they can shape their community with positive and lasting impact.