Nick thom, 2nd dan
Mr Thom started his Combat Hapkido journey in August 2014. Mr Thom is a respected member of the team and has a firm but fair manner of teaching both youth and adults.
Mr Reynolds started his Combat Hapkido journey in Auckland where he became an Instructor for a number of years. After taking a break and eventually relocating to Wellington, he rejoined in August 2018. Mr Reynolds is a valuable member of the team and along with Master Stevenson, Sir and Ma’am, are the only practicing Combat Hapkido members since the introduction into New Zealand.
- Joined Combat Hapkido 2005
Chris Waight, 2nd Dan
Mr Waight's bio to come.
Jason Wright, 1st Dan
Mr Wright's bio to come.
Former SDUH instructors & guest presenters
LUKE SMITH, 2nd Dan, ICHFNZ
Mr Smith started studying Combat Hapkido in April 2005 after being introduced to the system by his cousin. He has a great way with youth and adults alike and is a popular member of the Federation. After Luke's interest in growing the system in New Zealand, dedication to the art, analytical mind and communication skills made him a 'stand out' in regards to Instructor selection.Luke is also the Ground Survival specialist and Sergeant At Arms for ICHFNZ
- Sergeant At Arms, ICHFNZ 2017
- Refresher - Certification of Completion - Instructors Certification 2016
- 2nd Dan 2015
- Head Instructor 2015
- Ground Survival Specialist 2013
- Certification of Completion - Instructors Certification 2008
- 1st Dan 2008
- Instructor 2007
- First Aid Certificate (NZQA)
- Joined Combat Hapkido 2005
MAURICIO TORREALBA, 1ST DAN, ICHFNZ
Mauricio and his family are originally from Chile and have now settled in New Zealand. He was selected to be an Instructor due to his dedication to the art, his willingness to learn and pass those skills on and his unwavering support to both his Head Instructor and ICHF in general.
- Instructor, 2016
- Certification of Completion - Instructors Certification 2016
- 1st Dan, 2015
- First Aid Certificate (NZQA)
- Joined Combat Hapkido 2009
WHIRO RATAHI, 3rd DAN, ICHFNZ
As well as teaching at Upper Hutt, Whiro is the Head Instructor for Self Defence Lower Hutt. Whiro has a fantastic rapport with students and is our role model when people tell us 'I'm too old to do this'.
- Events Coordinator & Program Director, ICHFNZ, 2020
- 3rd Dan 2015
- Conducts seminars & workshops in Self Defence for women’s, girls, school students, youth & community groups
- Diploma of Adult Education 2008
- Certificate of Completion - Instructors Certification 2008
- Certificate in Adult Teaching (Whitireia) 2007
- Co-ordinator for ICHFNZ at Upper Hutt Sports Expo 2007
- National Certificate in Adult Education (NZQA) 2006
- Founder Self Defence Lower Hutt
- 1st Dan, 2005
- Security Consultant - Lord of the Rings – training and assessment (NZQA) 2002
- Security Consultant - The Last Summarai – training and assessment 2002
- First Aid certified
- Security Consultant & Close Protection trained
- Trained in Literacy and Numeracy (Workshops)
- Former Police Instructor with over 35 years service
- Joined Combat Hapkido 1999
Master Nevan Stevenson, 5th Dan, ICHFNZ
- ICHF Charter holder
- Extensive cross training in reality based Self Defence Systems
- Certified Police Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Certified Police Firearms Instructor
- 20 years experience in the security industry
- FBI Survival Awareness Course graduate
- Numerous certifications in Security, Education and Teaching
- First Aid certified
- 5th Dan, 2016
- 4th Dan, 2012
- 3rd Dan, 2007
- 2nd Dan, 2002
- Founder 'Self Defence Upper Hutt', 2001
- 1st Dan, 2001
- Joined Combat Hapkido 1999
- Grandmaster Pellegrini's 1st New Zealand tour 1999
Master Susan Stevenson, 5th Dan, ichfnz
- ICHFNZ Charter holder
- Over 35 years of Martial Arts experience including: TaeKwonDo, Reality Based Self Defence, Taoist Tai Chi & Boxing
- Certification in education and teaching
- Conducts seminars & workshops in Self Defence for women’s, girls, school students, youth & community groups
- Security Consultant - Lord of the Rings – training and assessment
- Security Consultant - The Last Summarai – training and assessment 2002
- Defensive Tactics Consultant
- Security Consultant & Close Protection trained
- Gym owner, Fitness Professional, Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer
- 5th Dan, 2016
- 4th Dan, 2012
- 3rd Dan, 2007
- 2nd Dan, 2002
- Founder 'Self Defence Upper Hutt', 2001
- 1st Dan, 2001
- Joined Combat Hapkido 1999
- Grandmaster Pellegrini's 1st New Zealand tour 1999