Meet Nick Wood

Self-Defence Expert & International Instructor

Multi-black belt martial artist l Personal safety specialist l Trainer to celebrities, executives, dignitaries & royal family members.

WHO NICK WOOD IS

Nick Wood is a multi–black belt martial artist, self-defence expert and international instructor specialising in real-world personal safety and modern combatives. With over 20 years of experience in striking, grappling and defensive tactics, Nick delivers high-level private training for individuals, families, corporate teams and security professionals.

He is known for providing practical, adaptable and pressure-tested training — not theory, not tradition, but real-world skills designed for today’s threats.

Through Tier 1 Protection (International) Ltd, Nick also trains Close Protection operatives and security staff in threat awareness, conflict management, defensive tactics and situational control.

His teaching approach is clear, effective and grounded in real-life scenarios.

WHO NICK TRAINS

Trusted by High-Profile Clients Worldwide

Nick has privately trained:

  • Celebrities & entertainers

  • Senior executives & CEOs

  • Dignitaries

  • Members of royal families

  • Corporate teams

  • Security and Close Protection operatives

  • Actors preparing for combat roles

  • Teens and young adults

  • Complete beginners

This diversity makes Nick one of the most adaptable personal safety instructors in the UK.

Nick Specialises In:

  • Krav Maga & Modern Combatives

  • Striking (Boxing, Kickboxing)

  • Grappling (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)

  • Conflict Management & De-escalation

  • Modern Weapon Defence

  • Close Protection Unarmed Skills

  • Youth Safety & Street Awareness

  • Fight Choreography for TV & Film

Training Philosophy:

Practical. Adaptable. Real-World Tested.

Nick’s training method is built around:

  • Situational awareness

  • Behavioural threat recognition

  • Pressure-tested technique

  • Simple movements under stress

  • Building confidence, control and clarity

  • Personalised coaching for all levels

Every lesson is designed to be useful instantly, not after months of training.

This is why Nick is trusted by both the public and high-risk professions.

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PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Certifications & Credentials

  • Multi–black belt martial artist – BJJ, Dennis Survival Jiu-Jitsu, JKD/Kali Concepts, Karate

  • Krav Maga & Kickboxing Instructor

  • Advanced Self-Defence Instructor

  • MMA Coach & Grappling Instructor

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

  • Close Protection Combatives Trainer (Tier 1 Protection International Ltd)

  • Fight Choreography Specialist – TV/Film

Security, Safety & Compliance Certifications

  • ACT Awareness, ACT Security & ACT Education – Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP UK)

  • Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET) (Pending)

  • Conflict Management & Physical Intervention Instructor (Level 3/4) (Pending)

  • Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead (Children) (Pending)

  • HEAT – Hostile Environment Awareness Training (Pending)

  • Enhanced DBS Certificate – Cleared to work with children, young people & adults

  • Diploma in Bullying & Harassment Awareness (Behavioural Intervention Training)