John Maidment Martial Arts & Self Defense Training

09/24/2026

GREAT book for any Kindle people out there. This is a screenshot so don't try ordering here.

09/24/2026

Flights and hotel are booked for Nov 12-17 in St.John's Newfoundland. Seminar on the 15th will be held at a brand new location with LOTS of parking, access to an onsite restaurant etc. Address: The Holiday Inn 180 Portugal Cove Rd. If you are planning on attending the seminar and truly want to make this a special weekend consider staying overnight Saturday or Sunday (or both nights). This is an especially great opportunity for people who live a little further away but have always wanted to try martial arts in general, or our martial arts specifically. Here's your chance - NO EXCUSES ! Wishing everyone a fantastic day. Hang in there, the weekend's almost here.

09/23/2026

Not just me saying this apparently.
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09/22/2026

Leaving St.John's NL in 7 1/2 hours. Flight to Montreal then a flight to Toronto and in the morning a flight back to Los Angeles. It will be a long journey, but that's ok. I had a GREAT time here over the last several days and have already booked my next visit !! Arrive Nov 12 and depart Nov 17. Seminar is booked for the 15th. If anyone has suggestions for specific material let me know. We have two 3 hour blocks on the 15th. $30/hr, $75/block, and only $120 for the whole day !! So lots of opportunities to cover a bunch of drills from several arts. Wishing everyone a really productive day. Stay focused and be kind until it's time not to be kind (props to Patrick Swayze's character in Roadhouse). Mabuhay.

09/21/2026

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🙏 WTBA Teacher’s Day — October 16th

Each year on October 16th, the World Thai Boxing Association celebrates Teacher’s Day—a day set aside for students to honor and show gratitude to the teachers who have shared with us the art of Muay Thai.

Traditionally, students may honor their teacher with:

🌸 Flowers
🕯️ 1 candle
🙏 3 sticks of incense

It is also optional to include a small amount of uncooked rice (approximately ½ cup) and a piece of fruit.

If you are interested in sending Ajarn Chai flowers for Teacher’s Day, you may contact the following local florist in Carson, California. They are familiar with what is traditionally included as a Teacher’s Day gift:

Last Minute Florist
📞 310-830-5414
🌐 www.whenyouthinkflowers.com

Many of you also know that supporting cancer organizations is especially meaningful to Ajarn Chai. In lieu of sending flowers, you may choose to honor him by making a donation to a cancer foundation. You may also send Ajarn Chai a card letting him know that a donation was made on his behalf so that others may benefit from your generosity.

Teacher’s Day is an opportunity to pause and recognize the teachers who have given us their time, knowledge, and guidance. We are very grateful for this community and for your continued willingness to honor and carry this tradition forward. 🙏

09/21/2026

Thank you to all of you who came out yesterday to train with me. Everyone did a really good job and it was a pleasure to see progress among the group. Just to recap, we did training drills from the Filipino Martial Arts, Kickboxing Fusion (Muay Thai, Jun Fan Kickboxing, Boxe Francaise Savage, Southeast Asian Kickboxing), Panantukan, plus Dutch Kickboxing; and then an hour of applied Modern Tactical Self Defense covering both some theory & safety tips as well as various physical responses to common attacks (chokes etc). My overall coaching tip: Structure is important and includes a balanced stance, keeping your hands up and using good body mechanics. Super excited to be returning in November. Mark it down now: Sunday Nov 15 from 9:30-4:30pm (1 hour lunch / relaxation break at 12:30). Location: the Holiday Inn 180 Portugal Cove Rd, St.John's NL. Flyers coming soon. Wishing all of you a fantastic week ahead. Keep training / exercising.

09/19/2026

It's happening tomorrow !!!!

09/16/2026

Flight to St. John's NL is scheduled to land at 12:15pm tomorrow. Looking forward to spending 6 days on the island and meeting up with my uncle, some friends and of course, students. On Sunday the 20th from 10am to 2pm I will be conducting an open seminar in the amazing martial arts that have been shared with me by G**o Inosanto and so many others. Come for an hour or more and learn new skills as well as refresh past knowledge. If you have never trained with me before you will come away with the ability to use empty hand AND weapon techniques, plus an understanding of some of the vital concepts inherent in all martial arts. Contact me ASAP for info and to register. Email: [email protected] Suitable for all ages. Especially useful for Security, Law Enforcement, Military personnel and anyone concerned about their personal safety. This is an absolute MUST TAKE SEMINAR for students in general, but certainly for those new to the St.John's area.

09/13/2026

Attention residents of St.John's NL and surrounding communities. It is 1 week to the day before my seminar in Newfoundland !!! Sign up today via email, or text me (between 9am&10pm Pacific Time). Super fun, yet practical drills for coordination, mobility, and self defence. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. Bring a friend or family member or just bring yourself. If you run a martial arts school ask about how to host a seminar for your students.

09/03/2026

Super exciting news. I have secured a November seminar in St.John's Newfoundland (Canada) with a new venue.The new location for November’s seminar will be the Holiday Inn, 180 Portugal Cove Rd. I will rent it for 8 hours. 1/2 hour for set up and clean up before & after. A 3 hour training block 9:30am-12:30,, an hour lunch, then another 3 hour training block from 1:30-4:30pm. Date will be Sunday,November 15th, 2026. If you can only attend the morning, or the afternoon, and not both let me know ASAP which block you can attend and I will reserve your spot for that time.
Email: maidment.john@gmaildotcom / text (310)766-249zero between 9am & 10pm Pacific Time.