James Sheedy Personal Defence Studio in Taren Point, New South Wales, Australia | Sports & fitness instruction

James Sheedy Personal Defence Studio

Locality: Taren Point, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 403 985 099

Address: Unit 1, 1-13 Atkinson Road 2229 Taren Point, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.jamessheedy.com.au

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25.01.2022 THE TEAM RALLIES! We started at 7am with a big crew for training, then spent the day laying our new mats. Whilst we have not yet finished revamping our Dojo, we got a big part of it done today. A big thank you to all those who gave up a large part of their Saturday to help

25.01.2022 SUPER KIDS FLASH BACK (Pre Covid-19). A montage of our juniors. Courage, spirit and fortitude in abundance. We encourage parents to get involved and love their support and enthusiasm. Contact us for Super-Kid program details, held every Tues-Wed-Thur, 4pm-5pm

25.01.2022 SUPER-KIDS FLASH BACK (Pre Covid-19). A montage of our juniors. Courage, spirit and fortitude in abundance. So proud of these students. Contact us for Super-Kids program details held every Tues-Wed-Thur, 4pm-5pm)

25.01.2022 AN AFTERNOON ON THE BAY Another good session for our 2pm today. A very committed group of students discovering themselves and finishing with a good stretch #taekwondotraining #martialartsstudents #topjob #areyouournextblackbelt #doitforyou

24.01.2022 THE LAST FRIDAY MORNING This morning was the last Friday 5.30am Session for 2020 before our Gradings next week and what a session it was. This crew are always there along with our Seniors no matter the weather or time of year. Its the 1st session for each day for our Dojo, and they set the standards for others to follow.

24.01.2022 OUTSIDE/INSIDE Fantastic traditional hard martial art session this morning. Non stop 90min workout, drills and kicking combinations followed by 200 punches in stance, 100 push up, and 200 sit ups to finish off. Can't beat a hard traditional workout on a cold crisp morning with a perfect sunrise to start a weekend. Next session at 2pm this arvo. Come join us. #taekwondo #martialarts #sutherlandshire #earlymorningworkout

23.01.2022 THE YEAR OF RESILIENCE 2020 has been a year like no other, especially for young people who have felt it more than adults. To celebrate all our Juniors and recognise their exceptional abilities to adapt and overcome, we are awarding every Super-Kid at our Juniors end of your gradings next Thursday with a medal to signify this year's achievements. Each medal is 7 centimetres in diameter, gold embossed with the "resilience 2020" engraved. Congratulations to all our Juniors for a job well done in 2020.

23.01.2022 Our Super-Kids program .... the name and this video says it all! Limited membership spots available. Join us! With special thanks to Harry Wiles (@Peak Creative) for capturing our Super-Kids so brilliantly.

23.01.2022 SANCTUARY: Stained Black Butt timber edging to finish off our new mats and training floor installed today.

22.01.2022 Covid-19 has been many things, but one plus is bringing Dojo members together via Zoom. Amanda, now living in Brisbane, reconnected during our shut-down and is now continuing her training by joining classes via zoom. Here she puts on her Gi to reconnect with her forms after a couple of years away.

22.01.2022 NEW 1st DANS Congratulations to our new 1st Degree Blackbelts on their International Accreditation from GM Jamie Moore. Well deserved for an amazing grading performance.

22.01.2022 We are an approved Active Kids Provider! #activekidsnsw #joinus #useyourvoucher #withus

21.01.2022 THE SONIC Richard Hampson, aka "The Sonic" started his training with us at age 8. Now 47 he has maintained the skills that created the name. This mornings execution of a 360 degree jump back kick in preparation for next weeks gradings. All class.

21.01.2022 5.30AM SESSION Everyone was asked to come in early so they could warm up properly in readiness for this mornings workout starting at 5.30am sharp. 2 weeks out from end of year gradings and the tempo and environment of our Dojo has gone to a new level.

21.01.2022 And lastly - thanks to all our students! Here’s a few photos some sent to us from their weekend to add to our photo tribute for Training Camp 2020! How beautiful is the South Coast

21.01.2022 SUNDAY MORNINGS You would think we were holding training sessions on a Sunday morning, but no. These guys come down and use the Dojo for their own practice and personal training. Our members can use the Dojo outside of formal training times including weekends as a part of their membership and are encouraged to do so, so they have a place to practice. Happy Sunday!

21.01.2022 SUPER WEDNESDAY Well over, 50 adults trained today over 5 senior sessions with some doing 2 or more session in the day. Its been all kicking and strength work, finishing with a good stretch. A great day. #taekwondo #martialarts #keepgoing #inittogether #sutherlandshire

20.01.2022 TAKING NEW MEMBERS NOW! 1 week free trial on offer! Give it an obligation free go!! Ordinary People doing extraordinary things. Our 3rd week back and our Dojo is going off at the moment. Taking new enrollments for:... ADULT PROGRAMS - All ages from 16 years and up TEENAGERS - 13 years to 16 years JUNIORS - 5 years to 12 years You will be made very welcome and given encouragement. 1 week free lessons. Come give it a try. No regrets post-COVID https://youtu.be/ybmNHzCTkM8

20.01.2022 Training Camp has been fantastic - our Sunday dawn session will finish off a great couple of training days! P.S. Happy Birthday Elena

19.01.2022 5.30AM THIS MORNING Spectacular morning this morning. An outdoor session to start our day. Brought back memories of when we trained through our Covid-19 closure. What a sunrise #martialartstraining #sutherlandshire #dowhatyoulove #breatheinbreatheout

19.01.2022 TRAINING ON THE BAY: Our Dojo opens for 5.30am Sessions, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS and FRIDAYS and 7am SATURDAYS everyweek. If youre a morning person, or not a morning person, its a great start to train at that time, plus you get to learn new skills with great people. #joinus #trysomethingnew #doitforyou #martialarts #selfdefence #skillset #dojofamily

18.01.2022 RESETTING It was all about resetting the spirit and having a sweat today. Two sessions, one at 7am, the other at 2pm. Pad work and contact training. In total 5.5 hours. A chance to forget about Covid-19, work and possibly no job and just be in the moment and train. Great day.

17.01.2022 HARDER THAN HARD 2nd session for today. 4 hours solid of the hard stuff. This group went beyond what is normal for training. A day of self discovery for those who attended. Osu

17.01.2022 Come and join us!

17.01.2022 SENSEI LUKE HEFFERNAN Happy birthday to our 2nd Ranked Senior, Sensei Luke Heffernan. Luke started his training in his early teenage years, now 45 (today) his contribution and influence to all our Blackbelts and student members has been invaluable. Known for his quiet demeanour he is all business when it comes to his training, skill and knowledge. Thanks for your unwavering support over all these years mate. Have a great day. Jim

17.01.2022 3 INCREDIBLE WOMEN Our senior women, Bridie, Jessica and Elena showed their stuff that cemented their place in our Blackbelt ranks yesterday. Tested in all areas; forms, set sparring, self defence, contact sparring, pad and bag work and breaking. These photos tell a story of courage, spirit and a memory for a lifetime. Osu.

17.01.2022 2020 BLACKBELT GRADINGS From our youngest at 10 years of age to our biggest men, the oldest being 59, we had 11 students grading for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Degree Blackbelt, After an unprecedented year our Dojo has shown the character and spirit that has accumulated to an extraordinary display of spirit over 3 days of Gradings from Juniors through to Senior Blackbelts. To everyone, congratulations, not just on your promotions, but showing yourself what you can achieve in what has been a challenging year. To all our Blackbelts, thank you for the support and guidance you have given to all students throughout 2020.

17.01.2022 SUPER KIDS POWER ON How resilient are young people, they amaze us with their positive spirit. With all that is going on at the moment they are a shining light of hope. They were amazing training on Zoom while we were closed, now that we are open, they bring their smiles and can-do attitudes to the mats every day. #martialartskids #sutherlandshire #kidsfitness #superkids #kidsarepositiveenergy #alwaysmakingussmile

16.01.2022 TIT FOR TAT. Two of our Super Kids doing a bit of contact training this afternoon. Billy and Natasha at 10 and 12 years of age, building their confidence and having fun. #martialartstraining #saynotobullying #martialartskids #sutherlandshire #sutherlandshirebusiness #taekwondo #dojofamily #superkids #kicksandgiggles

16.01.2022 BREAKING. With two weeks to go till our end of year Gradings this is only half of the tiles, bricks and boards that will be required for the breaking component of our Gradings. The rest arrives Monday doubling the number. #martialartgrading #boardbreaking #tilebreaking #brickbreaking #mindset #goodtowatch #selfbelief

14.01.2022 BLACKBELT SESSION In celebration of international Taekwondo Day, September 4th, we had our monthly Blackbelt session this morning. Kicking combos, sparring and more kicking combos were the order of the day. What a beautiful art we have to share, training with Blackbelts that have been together for decades. #taekwondo #internationaltaekwondoday #blackbelt #lucky

14.01.2022 WHAT A DIFFERENCE A BLACKBELT MAKES: Young Aly Parker attained her Blackbelt December 2019, nearly one year ago. What a difference it has made to her. The last 12 mths has been all growth and confidence. Here she is destroying a double 2-board break on Saturday.

13.01.2022 LAST SATURDAY MORNING For the last session on a Saturday for 2020, it was all mental toughness in preparation for 3 days of gradings at the end of next week. Saturday mornings are always a pleasurable session for me to take. No mid week stresses and obligations, just a Saturday morning training together. Thanks for the ride this year, its been magic.

11.01.2022 2020 - WHAT A YEAR! When things go sideways and they did this year, it’s all about adaptation and resilience. This photo montage put together by Mechaela Baumann, 1st Degree Blackbelt describes our story and celebrates amazing people doing extraordinary things. Whatever 2021 brings, we are ready for it! We wish all our Dojo members and their families a safe, happy and peaceful Christmas and we look forward to seeing you in 2021 ... https://youtu.be/gkCmMNlznOI

11.01.2022 KEEPING IT SAFE We offer a very safe training Dojo for our Blackbelts and martial art students, and for anyone else looking to try a martial art in this environment. Registered Covid-19 safety plan 4 Sanitiser Stations throughout the Dojo... Register Station (QR code ) 5 Qualified Covid safety officers Regular full cleaning schedule See more

10.01.2022 PRISTINE LOCATION - Session number 3. 6.30am to 8.30am. Sunday mornings at Greenfield Beach, Jervis Bay is always a favourite part of our annual training camp. We do the 6 kilometre loop to Chinaman's Beach for our hill sprints after sparring and pad work, finishing off with our end of camp swim before a well-earned hearty breakfast! Top job from everyone that attended.

10.01.2022 And finally..... the Annual National Bush-Stair Sprint Championship! Hill sprints at Chinaman's Beach, always a good heart starter - this year sees Callum as the King of the Stairs!

10.01.2022 GOTTA LOVE SATURDAY'S! 7am to 9am, it was all on for contact training. Great turnout for some hard training.

10.01.2022 YOUNG PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS Meet four of our Super-Kids who are attempting their 1st Degree Blackbelt Examinations in 5 weeks, Oscar, Oliver, Natasha and Billy. Young martial art students doing extraordinary things. They have been training more than half the years they've been on this earth. On behalf of our Dojo we wish them well in this test of the human spirit. Osu.

09.01.2022 Thanks Caspian, awesome collection .... how good are they . Side Kick, Spin Back Kick, Jump Side Kick, Flying Side Kick, single roofing tile break

08.01.2022 GRADING 1 - JUNIORS Our 3 day grading event started with our Super Kids yesterday. Feet and fists were flying as our Juniors were tested in forms, set sparring, sparring, bag work, self defence and breaking. They gave their all as they have done all year. Finishing a great night with being awarded with their Medal of "Resilience 2020"

08.01.2022 JUST HANGING OUT: Sunday mornings, just hanging out and training. No formal session, just a get together. From 8am students and Blackbelts pop in and train, chat and spend quiet time by the bay.

08.01.2022 STINGING THE PADS Always great to see my two Senior Blackbelts training together. This morning at 5.30am, Anthony (5th Dan) and Luke (4th Dan) where joined by Cherie (2nd Dan) and other members for a pad work workout. One of our pad work sequences that we use for timing, speed, blocking and counter skills. Always a fast paced workout that gets the heart pumping.

08.01.2022 SELF DEFENCE DAY. What an afternoon of self discovery for all the new students who joined our Mens & Womens Self Defence Day this afternoon, more women than men which was great to see. Its amazing what 2hrs will do to someone's confidence from not knowing anything, to learning and practising some self defence skills. The biggest thing is overcoming the fear to strike back. Today we saw some amazing achievements and courage in that area. A big thank you to those who attended and to those Dojo Students and Blackbelts attackers who offered encouragement and support. Anything is possible once you make the commitment to do it. Well done, and congratulations on a tremendous effort. Check out these amazing photos taken within a 2 hour period, impressive!

08.01.2022 LAST 5.30AM SESSION. No more Training at 5.30am as the sun rises for a few weeks. Our last early morning session this morning was leg work, stretch and strength. Coffee from Cafe2U arrived as normal, but this time everyone hung around and just chilled. To the morning crew, well done on your commitment to train at this time slot in 2020, in all weather, whether hot or freezing cold, you’re always there

07.01.2022 BAG WORK AT 5.30AM Good hit out this morning at 5.30am. Of course we have our own Nick from Cafe2U turning up every morning at the right time for when we finish.

07.01.2022 PRIVATE ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING: Ray always gets into it, and loves his weekly one-on-one session every Wednesday at 6am. He leaves in a different physical and mental headspace than he arrives. #mytime #positivevibes #improvement #martialarts #privatesessions #rightstarttotheday

07.01.2022 LEARNING SOMETHING NEW. From nerves to confidence. What a difference 2hrs can make!

07.01.2022 HAVING A HIT OUT Great night tonight, 3 sessions over 3 hours. 5pm till 8, it just kept going. Finishing with a good, much needed stretch.

06.01.2022 7AM THIS MORNING 2hrs solid, big morning, non-stop training, no rest, great energy. Couldn't wish for a better crew. Everyone giving their all #martialarts #taekwondo #sutherlandshire #selfdefence #blackbelt #dojofamily

06.01.2022 FOCUSSTRENGTHSUPPORT ... its what our Super-Kids do for each other every session. #martialartskids #dojofamily #superkids #lifelessons #supportingeachother

06.01.2022 THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH: Mid-Year Gradings. As the Alice Cooper song goes "The department of youth, we've got the power". Our Juniors certainly displayed that last night in our mid year Gradings. What a way to celebrate! Congratulations to everyone.

05.01.2022 BREATH MEDICINE We had a fantastic kicking combination training session at our SuperKids session yesterday, followed by breathing and meditation. Our Juniors love this time as its a chance to take time for themselves and just breathe. This photo was taken by one of the parents and forwarded to us this morning. #martialartskidsclass #martialartskidsrock #superkids #sutherlandshirebusiness #morethanjustkicking #saynotobullying

04.01.2022 AN OLD FRIEND Great session this morning at 5.30am. Then we stepped outside to an old friend for a stretch, the place where we trained outside during our lockdown. #martialarts #taekwondo #doingitforme #selfdefence #dojofamily

04.01.2022 MINDSET: To help prepare for, and to remember why we train, these new plaques at the entry of our change area will serve as a reminder for all those who train at our Dojo. #respect #traditionalart #taekwondo #mindset #mytime

04.01.2022 TOUGH SESSION 5.30am this morning was all about not giving up. Conditioning, cardio and bag work was non stop. 400 assorted kicks on the bags - non stop and finishing with 500 sit ups - non stop. Great way to start a day and toughen the mental fortitude for our up coming gradings. #gradingpreparation #martialartstraining #greatcrew #focus #giveiteverything #sutherlandshire

04.01.2022 SENIOR BLACKBELT GRADINGS. What an extraordinary performance by all those who attempted 2nd and 3rd Dan Blackbelt examinations yesterday. Another fantastic montage of photos taken by Daniel Barden depicting the intensity, emotion and commitment by all who participated in this, one of the hardest Blackbelt examinations under our system. Congratulations to Lenny Davis, John Biasetto and Michael Polich, with recognition to Ryan Strauss for his extraordinary effort. Osu.

03.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS The Dojo wishes to send one of our Blackbelts, Ryan and his lovely bride Elizabeth, our congratulations on their wedding day yesterday. May their future together be filled with happiness and a lifetime of adventures

02.01.2022 GRADING 2 - ADULT SENIORS Grading number 2 didn't disappoint last night. 3 and a half solid hours tested ever bit of ability, endurance and their being. From our new White belts grading in their first test, to our Brown belts attempting their 1st grade examinations (black tip) it was all go from the start. A very hard and dedicated 6mths of preparation paid off. Congratulations for a outstanding performance.

02.01.2022 WHEN THE LEVY BREAKS. What an overflow of emotion, spirit and commitment last night for our seniors mid year gradings. After having to postpone the early date, last night the levy broke. We haven't posted this many photos before, but that's what happens when you unleash the spirit. Congratulations to everyone who participated in last night's grading event.

02.01.2022 THE CREW Our last night was a recovery session after a big week of training and gradings, finishing off with food and drinks for Christmas. 2020 has been made all the much better teaching and training with this crew.

02.01.2022 We are not just about finesse, technique and skill, we are about self-defence - defending yourself in a bad situation, being able to fight back, finish it and s...ay, you picked the wrong girl! We welcome your daughter, your sister, your mum, your bestie and you to visit us for a trial. Contact us 0403 985 099. See more

01.01.2022 WHERE'S MY CREW GONE. A good loosen up this morning at 5.30am, then finished up outside to take a breath. Getting ready for a big contact sparring session tomorrow morning at 7am. #sutherlandshire #martialartstraining #taekwondo #breathe #sunrise #kickstarter

01.01.2022 IMPROVING YOUR SAFETY Just another way we are improving the hygiene of our training environment. A big thank you to dojo student Elena Cate and her medical supply company. Already installed in 6 hospitals around Australia and now in our dojo. Details are below should you wish to learn more or consider getting one for your own work space, please talk to Elena. The first organic air purifier that kills 99.99% bacteria, kills staphylococcus aureus, kills micrococcus luteus and kills COVID-19 in the atmosphere in an enclosed environment. For more details see www.microbecontrol.com or contact Elena 0402471980.

01.01.2022 GRADING 3 - AGONY & ECSTASY A marathon Blackbelt Grading Day yesterday starting at 8.30am, finishing at 6.30pm saw 11 people sitting for Blackbelt Examinations. The day started with our youngest students, Natasha, Oscar, Oliver and Billy, shattering all expectation. These extraordinary photos capture their story. Congratulations to our newest young Blackbelts