Mr Neil Ernest

The trainer and coach of multiple national, European and world medallists, Mr. Neil Ernest has been mastering Taekwon-Do since the age of 5. Winning many medals as a colour belt including multiple Welsh, English, Scottish, and British titles, Mr Ernest gained his 1st Degree Black Belt in September 1989, and the real journey as a martial artist, student of Taekwon-Do and competitor began.

Having been selected to represent Great Britain in 1992 as a Junior Black Belt, his international career spanned over two decades captaining his country, and becoming a multiple medallist at European and World championships. He is rated as one of the best fighters of all time by his peers and one of the best ever middleweights in ITF.

Former Welsh national coach and currently national team coach of England, Mr Ernest is also regarded as one of the best sparring coaches in the world helping England to their best ever medal hall at 2015’s World Championships.

Currently training the next generation of champions at NE-Sport & Fitness, he takes satisfaction in watching and helping children develop from a young age, overcoming difficulties and inhibitions and growing into respectful, successful, confident individuals.

Qualified with a Diploma in Fitness Training & Sports Therapy, Fitness Instruction and Personal Training, Mr Ernest is also a Hatton Academy Boxing4Fitness Qualified Trainer. 

If you’re thinking of trying out martial arts, wish to improve kicking and punching techniques or get that little more fit, NE Sports is the No.1 Club in Cardiff. Come along for a free first class – see for yourself.