"I have been training in the martial arts for over twenty years and have been fortunate enough to have had some very good instructors. It is not often that I am truly impressed by another instructor, but John Titchen struck me as being on a different level to most. A true understanding of his subject matter, backed up by a very impressive CV. Since training with John and his students I am keen to expose my own students to his training. For anyone interested in self defence I can heartily recommend attending a seminar run by John Titchen. Many think their own training will be enough should an attack happen. After being involved in two reality based sessions under the guidance of John Titchen, I would say that his approach will make you question your own. Safety is of upmost importance and the training environment very pleasant, the training however was tough and realistic. The analysis via video and discussion also added to the understanding."
Simon Sheridan, Senior Instructor UK Quanfa Academy, December 2011.

"The more boys and staff I get round, the more positive the comments seem to become. Several staff emailed me, unprompted, to tell me how much they enjoyed it. Comments from feedback forms all very positive from the students. Q. What did you learn? A. Lots!!!"
Mr W Montgomery, Head of General Education, Bedford School, December 2010.

"We have used DART for two years for self protection training as part of our L6th Life Skills days. Different training is offered to boys and girls, reflecting John's philosophy that such training should be focused and relevant. Feedback from all the students has been very positive, especially from the girls who have appreciated the common sense advice regarding threats and threat avoidance. His two hour sessions have invariably been deemed 'too short' by participants and we will continue to make use of DART's training as a crucial element of our Life Skills provision."
Mr W Stansbury, Head of Sixth Form, Ispwich School, August 2010.

"A highly informative professional presentation was delivered to the Lower Sixth students. The feedback from the students was very positive resulting in a repeat booking for next year."
Miss A Simpson, Sixth Form Coordinator, Felsted School, August 2010.

"Having had John do a number of seminars for me I can say that he is thorough, considered and pragmatic in his approach, detailed in his explanations and also extremely knowledgeable on legal aspects of Self Defence training. I would recommend him to anyone."
Paul Mitchell, Tae kwon Do Instructor, October 2009.

"A very enjoyable, worthwhile, helpful, life saving experience."
Student, Oundle School, Student Safety Course, May 2009.

"These self defence classes were an excellent introduction to the skills needed to feel confident about being attacked on the street & in one's own home. They served to reassure me that I have the ability to confront any attacker in an efficient and effective manner. We were taught that the adrenalin of fear is really adrenaline to confront an aggressor. As a woman I am not a mere "weakling" but someone who is ready to defend myself using the skills taught in these classes. John is an excellent teacher with the knowledge to inform about the most effective strategies to tackle an aggressor in any situation. I would recommend these classes to anyone who feels the need to learn how to protect oneself in any confrontational situation."
Dr Janet Philpott, Head of Careers, Royal Grammar School High Wycombe Ladies Self Defence Course 2007.

"The course was well run and was much appreciated by the girls. They learnt valuable information about attack avoidance, and then took part in a range of physical activities to enable them to escape physical attacks. All those who took part enjoyed the course a greaat deal and I will definitely book another course for next year's seniors. I thoroughly recommend that senior girls are given this type of training."
Mrs L Kirk, Housemistress Wyatt House Oundle School, Student Safety Course 2007.