Hard Target Self Defence

 

 

Aidan Carroll - Chief Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

Aidan Carroll(right) pictured recently with Geoff Thompsom(left).

Aidan Carroll has been teaching martial arts and self defence since 1990.The Hard Target syllabus was devised by Aidan based on his continued cross training experiences in the arts as well as his experience in live situations. Having worked as a doorman for over 3 years you learn quick what does and doesn't work when under pressure. I continue to develop and adapt the system to keep myself and my students on the cutting edge of self defence and combative training.

My Qualifications:

Founder of Hard Target Self Defence Systems.
British Combat Association Self Defence Instructor( awarded by Geoff Thompson)
2nd Degree Black Belt Kickboxing
Krav Maga Self Defence Instructor( IKMF)
Personal Trainer( Focus Fitness Ireland)
Strength & conditioning coach
Sports injury rehabilitation therapist
2nd Degree Black Belt( Self Defence Federation UK)
Qualified in emergency first aid & CPR
Level 1 close protection body guard
Qualified Instructor in F.I.S.T Police Tactical Suit

 

 

Jonny Figgis - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

Jonny Figgis has many years experience within the traditional arts. Over the last 15 years of continuous cross training Jonny has trained in Kenpo, Shotokan, Muay Thai, but more recently has concentrated on reality based systems. During this continuous journey Jonny had the opportunity to train with some of the most respected names within the industry- namely Bill Kipp, Tony Somers, Matty Evans, Jamie Clubb, world champion Paddy Doyle, and most recently was given the opportunity to train and grade with the legendary Geoff Thompson from the British Combat Association. He is currently on the Hard Target instructors programme.

 

Paul Byrne - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

 

Paul is training with Hard Target Self Defence Systems for over 2 years. In that time he has successfully completed the level 1 assistant instructor's course. Paul is our youngest instructor and his dedication, discipline and enthusiasm has impressed everyone who trains with him. As a teenager Paul spent many years cross training in the traditional arts and boxing. In November 2007 after 6 moths of training in the UK Paul was awarded his self defence instructors certificate from Geoff Thompson of the BCA (British Combat Association).

 

Sarah Jane Mc Cluskey - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

Sarah Jane Mc Cluskey is the newest member to the HT team. She brings a wealth of experience to the team. Sarah Jane has been involved in martial arts for over 12 years. In that time she successfully competed and won titles at national level. She has trained extensively in Chinese Kick-Boxing, Kung Fu and more recently has concentrated on studying and developing her knowledge of reality based self defence at the Hard Target school.

Sarah is a registered trainer with the NCEF, and is also qualified to teach boxercise, aqua fit and spinning. She also holds diplomas in anatomy & physiology and leisure management. Her enthusiasm and passion for teaching is unique. We are very honoured to have Sarah Jane on the team.

 

John Elders - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

John Elders has been extensively training in reality based systems for over 2 years. In that time, he has studied Krav Maga and Real Combat under the tuition of Aidan Carroll . Last year John successfully completed a six moth master class with Geoff Thompson in the UK. He currently holds a self protection instructors certificate awarded by Geoff Thompson( joint chief instructor of the BCA). More recently John has secured a place on the Hard Target instructors course.

 

Ryan Coyle - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

Ryan Coyle is the youngest member on the HT team. He has been training with Aidan Carroll for over 6 months. In that time Ryan has trained extensively in Krav Maga, Real Combat, ground-fighting and grappling. Ryan's enthusiasm and passion to learn is exceptional. He has recently secured a place on the Hard Target instructors programme. His young age by no means reflects his current knowledge and eagerness to learn and instruct in the HT system. He is a name to watch out for in the future.

 

Albert Mc Cready - Assistant Instructor Hard Target Self Defence Systems

In the summer of 2008 Albert successfully graded to level one- trainee instructor in the HT syllabus. Over the past 2 years Albert has trained with many of the most respected names in the industry - namely Tony Somers( BCA 5th Dan), Jamie Clubb- founder of the CCMA ( Clubb Chimera Martial Arts) and Eyal Yanilov ( IKMF) Chief instructor to name a few. He is actively teaching modules 1-2 of the Hard Target syllabus.

Anyone who has trained with Albert will be inspired by his genuine passion to help others. He is a excellent teacher, communicator and above all - he is a gentleman. We are very honoured to have Albert on the team.