Kinetic Combatives

No ‘ossing’. No bowing. No faffing. Tom’s created a definitive rationale and practice for techniques, approaches and mindsets needed for effective combat. These are gleaned from lived experience and no small amount of research and training in various martial fields. He also happens to be whip smart, massively approachable and highly entertaining. In short: his classes and guidance are an absolute asset to have in your corner.

Tom is an excellent instructor. He works incredibly hard at delivering a well rounded, effective and cohesive curriculum to all his students. Whether you train with him for a day or over series of sessions, he will strive to deliver a tailored combative experience to you that will enhance the skills you already have, or alternatively, give you an excellent foundation in being able to effectively and reliably defend yourself. Tom is a realistic, legally mindful and professional instructor, hig...

It’s a rare privilege to be trained by such a dangerous gentleman, and I choose both words deliberately. Tom’s manner is encouraging and mild, a genuine educator, while his knowledge of combat, of the fight and all that goes with it, is pretty much indescribable, but if you’ve trained there, you know what I mean. If you haven’t, do. Knowledge from Tom and Kinetics has helped me avoid confrontation and get home safe on a good few occasions, and helped me further when needed. The physical trai...

I’ve trained with Tom Flint for many years now. His knowledge and experience as well as how he teaches is the best I’ve come across in many years. If you haven’t attended any of his seminars/classes then your training is missing out. Thanks Tom.

Tom's knowledge of combat and self protection is of the highest quality. I have been training in martial arts for over 20 years and I now know what I have been missing in regards to learning to protect yourself and your loved ones. Tom's teaching is always on point and he makes the concepts and techniques easy to learn as well as making them relevant. He is open minded and is always willing to listen to other people points of view. If you want to understand Combatives at the highest level go ...