Master Instructor/Founder
Paul Treacy is the founder of Urban Kombat Defence Systems. He has been involved martial arts and self defence for over 50 years and has worked in security for 30 plus years. Paul has worked as a bodyguard to various celebrities including Robbie Williams, Jason Donovan, Slash from Guns n Roses, the band Blur ,Jordan and many others.
Professional Summary
Paul is a highly respected self-defence expert with many years of experience in various martial arts and defensive tactics, teaching both in the U.K and internationally. He is renowned for his practical approach to personal safety, combining traditional martial arts techniques with modern self-defence strategies. Paul has dedicated his career to empowering individuals with the skills and confidence needed to protect themselves and their loved ones. Paul is well-known for his dynamic and inclusive approach to self-defence, focusing on empowering individuals of all backgrounds to develop practical and effective self-protection skills. He is passionate about advocating for women’s self-defence and community awareness.
Specialisations
LKD Combat
Wing Chun
FMA (Filipino Martial Arts: Kali /Eskrima /Arnis)
Aikijitsu
Kick Boxing
Japanese Jiu-Jitsu
Women’s Self-Defence
Security tactical Training
Conflict management
Physical Intervention
Martial arts weapons
Certified Certifications and Qualifications
Wing Chun Master level
Filipino Martial Arts: Instructor level
AikiJitsu Black Belt 8th degree
Kick Boxing Black Belt 5th degree
Japanese Jiu-Jitsu: Black Belt 9th degree
Ryu Kyu Kobudo 5th degree
LKD Combat: Black Belt 9th degree
Certified security Instructor for Security bodies
Urban Kombat Certified Master instructor Level 4
Women’s Self-Defence: Certified WDT (women’s defensive tactics) Instructor Level 4
Delivering Conflict management Level 3
Delivering Physical Intervention in the security Industry Level 3
Delivering Education & Training Level 3
Professional Experience
1. Founder and Master Instructor
Urban Kombat defence systems
Founded in 2023, offering comprehensive self-defence training programs for individuals of all skill levels. UKDS emphasizes realistic and practical self-defence techniques that are street effective.
2. Founder Head Instructor
Paul Treacy’s Academy of Martial Arts
Founded originally in 1984 as Paul Treacy’s martial arts Academy, offering martial arts classes for adults and children from the age of 7yrs old. The academy runs classes across Enfield teaching LKD combat, Senshi Jiu Jitsu and Dragon Warrior kids’ classes.
3. Founder Head instructor
Senshi Jiu Jitsu Ryu
Founded in 2010 originally named Shogun Jiu Jitsu, this system is a continuation of the teachings taught to Paul from Grand master Richard Morris 10th degree. The school was created to expand on the original teaching syllabus and make the art even more accessible to the public, while keeping close to the ethos of Grand master Morris’s teachings, philosophy and practical approach to self-defence.
4. Self-Defence Consultant
Consults with various security personnel to develop and implement defensive tactics training programs and skills. Provides comprehensive safety and self-defence training for corporate clients, focusing on workplace violence prevention and personal safety strategies. Develops customized training programs for businesses and organizations.
Notable Achievements
Media Appearances: Featured on various TV shows and news programs as a self-defence expert, including ‘The Big Breakfast’ and ‘The James Whale Show.’ And was featured in the martial art magazines, Martial Arts Illustrated and Combat Magazine
Public Speaking: Has spoken at seminars and conferences in reference to personal safety and self-defence, sharing his expertise with diverse audiences.
Community Involvement: Actively participates in the community, offering self-defence workshops and courses for local councils and schools, colleges and youth clubs
Training Philosophy
Paul Treacy believes that self-defence is a fundamental human right and that everyone should have access to effective training. His philosophy centre’s on the principles of awareness, avoidance, and action, emphasising the importance of mental preparedness and physical conditioning. He advocates for realistic training scenarios that mimic real-life situations to better prepare his students for potential threats.
This profile encapsulates Paul Treacy’s extensive experience, qualifications, and commitment to teaching self-defence, making him a leading expert in the field.
