Welcome to Team Phoenix!
We are a martial arts school that is dedicated to inspiring our students to improve physically and mentally and to help them develop the confidence to live an extraordinary life.
Team Phoenix teaches a wide variety of martial arts to a diverse community of people from all ages, backgrounds and walks of life.
Everyone has different reasons and goals for training, be it fun, fitness, self-defence, self-improvement, achievement, learning new skills or increased self-confidence. Our team will work to the best of our abilities to help you achieve your goals.
Team Phoenix has proudly been located in the Ouseburn Valley since 2002. Experienced instructors teach a diverse range of arts with a focus on personal development.
Our Classes
What sort of thing are you looking for? We teach a wide variety of martial arts at Team Phoenix, and we categorise them into four types of classes:
Team Phoneix Striking
Team Phoneix Grappling
Team Phoenix Weapon Combat and Defence
Team Phoenix Kids
All of our classes have common tactical and technical threads, so you will feel right at home in any of them and be able to mix and match your training to suit your goals! They are also beginner-friendly and focused on fun fitness and community. However, we don't offer competition training, so if that is what you are looking for, then we may not be for you.
Team Phoenix Striking
Team Phoenix's striking class is built upon a solid foundation of Muay Thai. Muay Thai is the national sport of Thailand.
We also sprinkle in a pinch of Bruce Lees Jeet Kune Do and season with the Filipino boxing art of Panantukan.
The result is a dynamic and fun class that will get you fit and build your confidence in no time!
In this class, you can expect to practice kicking, punching, kneeing, elbowing and the corresponding defence. In class, we do technical training, partner work, pad work and light sparring, all in a safe and friendly environment.
Team Phoenix Grappling
Team Phoenix Grappling is a Hybrid system with the Japanese art of Shoot Wrestling at its core. We also add elements of BJJ, Filipino Dumog and Indonesian Silat to give you a functional and well-rounded grappling experience.
If you want to learn grappling in a friendly and non-intimidating environment, this is the class for you! We have a full grading curriculum for goal setting and skill progression.
What to expect: In this class, you will learn Clinch, Takedowns, Ground positioning, Submissions, and Escapes. Classes include warm-ups, technical training, conditioning, and rolling.
Team Phoenix Weapon Combat
Filipino Kali is the keystone of our Weapon combat class. We also draw on the arts of Filipino Eskrima, Indonesian Silat, and Thai Krabi Krabong to provide you with the best weapon training available.
We will teach you how to hit pads and spar with a single stick, double stick, staff, sarong and training knife in a fun, safe and competitive way.
As well as using a weapon you will also be learning unarmed weapon defence.
We have a full grading curriculum for goal setting and progression.
What to expect: In this class, you will be learning Empty hand and weapon skills in technical training, pad work, conditioning and sparring.
Phoenix Kids
Our aim is to produce the best from your child!
Our classes build on your Child's confidence, giving them the physical and mental attributes that they will use throughout their lives.
The class focuses on teaching the basics of Ju-Jitsu and self defence and also teach children about themselves and their capabilities. We have a comprehensive grading curriculum to help them progress from white to black belt
All instructors are CRB checked and have undergone child protection training and first aid training. All qualifications on public display.
Parents are welcome at any class and staff will be happy to discuss any part of the training, organisation or practises of the club.
For more information about kids classes contact Sharron on sharronrowntree1@gmail.com
Getting started
Starting a new endeavour is sometimes scary and intimidating but don't worry,
getting started at Team Phoenix is easy!
Don't quite know what you are looking for? Drop us an email or give us a call and we will be more than happy to give you some advice.
New starters are welcome to join in any class as we cater to all levels.
Already know what you are looking for? Sign up for your free week trial here.
On the day of your trial, you can find us via the map on the contact us area of this website or, if you have any problems finding us, give us a call.
For your trial session, all you need is a T-shirt, shorts/tracksuit bottoms, and a bottle of water. We will provide everything else unless you have your own pads and gloves that you would like to use.
If you can arrive 10 or 15 mins before the class you want to try we can fill out a quick registration form, give you the tour, and answer any questions you may have. Then you will be ready to get started.
And don't worry if you have any questions or concerns, we are here to help!
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Who we are
Team Phoenix is about unity, self-improvement, acceptance, tolerance, friendship, and community. We are a bunch of like-minded individuals who are passionate about martial arts and have created a space where you can improve yourself physically and mentally without judgment.
Whatever your goals are, we will help you to achieve them. Since 1997 it has been our honour and privilege to work with thousands of students to help them learn and grow.
Whether you are with us for a month or a decade we hope you gain something you can take forward into the rest of your life.
Team Phoenix is a full-time Martial Arts School that teaches a variety of arts from around the world.
We have a 195sqm training area with heavy bags, kick shields, and all the pads and gloves you could wish for! We have a warm-up area with skipping ropes, kettlebells, and Swiss balls for all of your pre or post-training workout needs. Changing rooms, toilets, and our relaxing lounge area complete with a complimentary lending library is available for all members!
Head Coach Matthew Teasdale and the Team Phoenix Coaching Crew
About Matthew Teasdale:
My passion is to teach and train martial arts and to inspire my students to live their best life. I am constantly striving to develop my teaching methodology so I can give my best to my students.
I love being part of a group that doesn't take itself too seriously even though we are serious about training!
I have been training in a wide range of martial arts since my mother enrolled me in a Taekwondo class in 1992. I began teaching in 1997 and have been teaching full-time since 2001.
I have had the privilege to teach and train all over the world and with some amazing and inspiring people. My main coaches and influences are Ron Balicki, Johan Skalberg, Richard Smith, Liam Harrison, Andy Howsen, Rungchai Makete, and Kowlan Lek.
I have worked as a Door supervisor, security guard, and close protection officer.
I am a certified instructor in the following arts:
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Filipino Kali/Lameco Eskrima - Full Instructor under Ron Balicki
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Kali Sikaran International -Katulungan Guro (Senior Instructor) under Johan Skalberg
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Jeet Kune Do/ Jun Fan - Full Instructor under Ron Balicki
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Muay Thai - Coach under Ron Balicki
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Shoot Wrestling - Black Belt under Ron Balicki
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Founder of Monkey mind self-defence
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I am first aid trained and CRB checked
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