The team is lead by Master Steve James who was recently awarded his 5th Dan Black Belt by taekwondo legend Grandmaster Frank Murphy. Steve started Karate at the age of 9 under the watchful eye and guidance of his father, 8th Dan Karate legend Doug James. He trained for 8 years progressing through the grades whilst studying hard in school and college. Steve had an amazing career in the Leisure Industry before starting his Matt Fiddes Franchise in September 2004. The team consists of a group of fully qualified Instructors who have all come through the Certified Instructor training course and most of the team are parents of children who train every week under Steve. Matt Fiddes Cheshire core values of Education, Inspiration, Encouragement, Respect and Discipline are taught to the children every class and the team have produced over 100 Black Belts over the 15 years of classes.
