Karl is a dedicated self-protection instructor for the TRDG with over a decade of martial arts experience.

A Taekwondo black belt and Jeet Kune Do blue belt assistant instructor under Simon White, Karl has trained under Guru Lee Banda, both of whom trace their lineage directly back to Bruce Lee.

Karl has been a part of the TRDG since 2023 and is recognised as a Subject Matter Expert in Self Protection under Mo Teague, Karl specialises in civilian self-protection, combining situational awareness, de-escalation, and practical defensive tactics.

His approachable, real-world teaching style reflects a lifelong passion for Martial Arts and a commitment to making self-protection accessible to everyone.