Paul Hadland - Arakan Martial Art Instructor

Paul Hadland

Senior Instructor

Paul began training in 2018 when he was looking to improve his fitness and also had a keen interest in martial arts.

Once Paul began training, he soon realised how Arakan helped improve many aspects of Paul's life, developing greater awareness, discipline and focus, skills that Paul acquired through turning up every week, training consistently and with dedication.

He attributes his greatest Arakan achievement to date was his Yellow Belt grading with the Chief Instructor. This led him down the path to changing careers as a panel beater to becoming a full-time Arakan Martial Art Instructor. Paul appreciates how much Arakan positively transformed his life and wants to help others achieve the same in their lives. He is incredibly reliable, honest and hardworking and is passionate about empowering others through training and watching their lives transform with Arakan.

Paul is a devoted father and enjoys spending time with his family and exploring new experiences with them.



STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

Before I started training Arakan I had constant neck and back pain. My Instructor Paul has been able to incorporate stretching and strengthening into my lessons which has greatly reduced my body pain and I have also lost 7Kg’s in the process! I am a lot happier, confident and feel safer at work. I am very happy I joined Arakan. 

Laslo Bak

I really enjoy my Arakan lessons with my instructor Paul. Hes a great teacher, understanding and a good person too! Ive only trained Arakan for a short period of time now, however the benefits I’ve received including better coordination, fitness, confidence and just feel better overall. I highly recommend Paul and Arakan Martial Art

Mark Ribbons

During my Arakan lessons I learned self defence skills at a pace that is realistically adaptable and easy to remember and refer back to what I learned later. My time was used effectively and efficiently. I learned purpose behind the movements and Paul made every single lesson and movement count. As I am legally blind he also made my experiences welcoming, comfortable, respectful and made every necessary adjustment that are required to get the most out of my self defence lessons. 

Katalina Perkins

If you want something that is real world, out of the 'community hall' classroom and relevant, Arakan is the best investment you can make for your teen! I have seen my son's confidence, self awareness and ability grown with every session. I now know he is safe on the train and any building site where he works. Professional, respectful of time, Paul's your man, the best Instructor! 
Sarah Kaye

I have done a couple lessons with Paul and have found it great! He is very professional and enthusastic about Arakan. I have enjoyed every lesson and am keen to continue learning more skills and growing confidence
Lewis Fitzpatrick

Arakan is a highly efficient self defence system. Very practical. Paul is awesome, he has a great teaching style. He is always upbeat, positive and inspirational. I highly recommend Arakan and Paul
Ken Street

I have been training twice a week in the martial art of Arakan for over four years now. I am in my middle 60’s and have found it to be very satisfying and provides me with an outlet for vigorous exercise as well as improved co-ordination and fitness plus better mental health and well-being.  Above all, it markedly improves one’s confidence and assertiveness, to be able to manage almost any situation. I have found Paul to be a highly qualified and very patient teacher and I recommend him very highly.
Peter Benjamin 

I have been training with Paul Hadland for a few years now, in that time we have got to know each other well, he is extremely respectful and open minded, he always has an abundance of energy and a smile on his face which lifts my spirits as well, professionally he is very flexible and accommodating with training times, lengths places we train and a good listener if financial times are tough, his knowledge and techniques are fantastic which he is able to pass on, and explain it so I can understand it, I think Paul is a great asset to the Arakan team and have no problem in recommending his services to anyone.

Jason Hutt

 Hi my name is Harlan and I'm a student at Arakan martial arts. I've been a martial artist my entire life and have done quite a few styles but nothing quite compares to Arakan in terms of energy, explosiveness and a warrior mind set that over time can change victims to victors both physically and mentally through hard work. 
Paul is a great instructor and once of the coolest people I've ever met. He has great attention to technical skill and application, he has a great energy, very friendly, happy to answer any questions u have and easy to get along and talk with. I always have a blast when I have a lesson and leave felling better mentally then when I went in. 
I started my Arakan journey as a teenager when I was 14. I used to have a hard time talking to my parents and confiding in them but could always talk to my instructors. 
my instructor became my mentor as well.
teaching me valuable life lessons and giving me great advice as well as how to defend my self. 
As I got older I stoped for 7 years because I moved away. I tried other martial arts but found my way back to Arakan. 
Arakan will always have a special place in my heart because of the instructors I had when I was younger. And helped shape the man I am today . It's more than a club it's a community of some of the best people u could ever meet in your life. 
Harlan  Wall

I chose Arakan Martial Arts/ Self Defence classes for my teenage son Kyle in order for him to gain confidence and self defence skills. We've  been with Arakan for more then 6 months and I would like to recommend  Arakan, because trainers are the best in town, in their practice and skills. As the result of training Kyle advanced in knowledge about self - defence. Developed stronger character, confidence, personal security awareness, mental resilience, discipline and social skills.
A big thank you to Arakan Self Defence Trainer Paul who is responsible for that positive change.
Nora Woolgrove. 

My children (12 and 8) and I have been training with Paul for a month and we will definitely be continuing - it’s been so good for our coordination and confidence. Arakan is an excellent way to keep fit and learn self control and Paul is a great instructor.

Lara Farrow



Book a complimentary intro lesson with Paul Hadland

*Limited places available, subject to instructor availability.



I have been training with Corey now for over 4 years and initially i started training with him to get some basic fitness. I had my first complimentary lesson with Corey and was show the backfist and how to generate more power to that blow with some "technique". It was amazing to realise the difference in the power of the blow. Corey has since trained me every week since that time and (has patiently) explained everything concisely (many times) to assist my growth with Arakan Martial Art. It was apparent from the outset that Corey was passionate and considerate but his understanding of Arakan enabled him to teach the art at a very understandable level right through to being enabled to grade my first belt.
I now train with Corey to gain greater understanding of the next belt requirements but due to the exposure to Coreys passion and understanding of Arakan, is now not just about grading but more about a journey of learning that is continuous. The health benefits have been great for me personally and I cannot thank Corey enough for what he has helped me to achieve. I highly recommend him as an Arakan Instructor and have entrusted him to start training with my 14 year old son. Again, I see Corey gently working away with him and encouraging him. The benefits of having some knowledge, of what he is being Instructed, only brings us closer and gives us a better bond. Exponentially, my eldest son trains and my youngest daughter has trained for 4 years (this month, Jan 2020) as well, so it really has become a family affair.

Mark Barlow and family





Testimonials

Watch how Arakan has changed the lives of our students


Strengthen Team Building with Arakan Martial Art
Team building is a critical component of any successful organization, whether in the corporate world or other group-based environments. A cohesive, well-functioning team can significantly improve productivity, communication, and overall workplace morale. Arakan Martial Art offers a unique and dynamic approach to team building through its workshops, designed to engage, challenge, and unite your group in a practical and meaningful way.
READ MORE


Learn How to Fight

If you're in your 20s and serious about learning how to fight, you're probably weighing your options. Boxing, MMA, traditional martial arts—all of these can teach you valuable skills. But when it comes to real-world self-defence, where there are no rules and anything can happen, you need something more practical, something designed for the street rather than the ring.

That’s where Arakan Martial Art comes in.


READ MORE