ANDY CARTER ~ Chief Instructor
Andy Carter is the founder of Jo’Li Martial Arts and has over 25 years of martial arts experience. He began training Shotokan Karate in 1986 at the Halfway Karate Club under the tutelage of Steve Evans. He trained with Steve for many years before being awarded Shodan (Black Belt 1st Dan) in 2002. During this period Andy took some time out to expand his martial arts skills and trained Kickboxing and for a short time Judo.

However, karate has always been his passion and in 2003 was awarded Nidan (Black Belt 2nd Dan) by Steve Evans. During most of 2004, Andy also trained with John Walsh of Kyushin Ryu Jujitsu, in order to develop his martial arts skills further. In April 2006 Andy was awarded Sandan (Black Belt 3rd Dan) with the British National Martial Arts Associations. Andy is currently studying the KIXX Chinese Boxing system under the instruction of Nigel Gilham.

Andy is an experienced and qualified Instructor and has coached students at National and International Competition level. Andy himself is still a keen competitor and has been fortunate to win medals National and International level.

Presently, Andy runs Jo'Li Martial Arts with the assistance of Instructor and assistants, promoting both the organization and martial arts in general.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3rd Dan Karate

  • Blue Sash (Chinese Boxing)

  • PTC Trainers Certificate (CIEH endorsed)

  • BCCMA Level 2 Coaching

  • Appointed Persons First Aid (Maidstone Borough Council approved)

  • Full CRB check

  • Full Public Liability & Instructor Indemnity Insurance

STEVE GUNN ~ Instructor
Steve started his martial arts career with Jo'Li Martial Arts in 2005. Since then, Steve has committed himself fully to his training. His hard work paid off in April 2008 when he was awarded his Black Belt. Steve continued to train and achieved 2nd Dan Black Belt in January 2011. Steve is currently an Instructor with Jo’Li Martial Arts and regularly coaches in various classes including Karate, Weapons, Ladies Kickboxing, Adult and Junior MMA.

Steve is also a keen competitor and has represented Jo'Li Martial Arts at National and International competition level.

JASMIN BURKE-VAUGHAN ~ Instructor
Jasmin joined Jo'Li Martial Arts in 2007 transferring from another club. Jasmin was close to achieving her Black Belt when she joined us. She continued to improve on the knowledge that she already had and was awarded her Black Belt in November 2007. Jasmin is currently preparing for her 2nd Dan Black Belt. Jasmin is currently an Instructor with Jo’Li Martial Arts and has a key role in the children’s Karate classes as well as coaching in the senior Karate and weapons classes.
Jasmin is also currently studying for her Sports qualifications.

GERRY DEADMAN ~ Assistant
Gerry joined our coaching team in 2008. Since then he has proved to be a great asset. Gerry is an ex Serviceman and Boxing competitor. Gerry is a qualified A.B.A. Boxing Coach. Gerry assists with classes including Junior Squad Training and Ladies Kickboxing.

JIM BALL ~ Assistant
Jim also joined our coaching team in 2008. Jim enjoys all aspects of fitness training and has several Marathon's under his belt. Jim regularly trains in the MMA classes and assists with both Adult and Junior MMA and Ladies Kickboxing.

MAX CARTER ~ Assistant
Max has supported Jo'Li Martial Arts since it's beginning in 2001 in an administration role. She now runs the reception desk at the new gym.

Max is now a keen participant in both Circuit Training and Ladies Kickboxing classes.