Rafael Nieto is the founder and creator of Zen-Do martial arts and currently runs three schools in London (Camden, Baker Street and Golders Green).
Zen-Do originated from the traditional Karate style of Wado-Ryu and a fighting system developed from a combination of European and Eastern martial arts. Zen-Do is an ever evolving exercise practice which aims to advance mind body and spirit. Rafael’s philosophy is “Fit for Life” and he believes that people who train in Zen-Do should be incorporating martial arts as a symbiotic part of daily life. Zen-Do and life should come together as one.
Rafael Nieto, an eight times national martial arts champion, has been a martial artist since 1975 and has represented Great Britain at World and European championships as a double winner. He became Technical Director of the National College of Karate in 1988 and British Team coach in 1992. By 1994 he represented Britain at the World Association of Kickboxing Organisation (WAKO) and founded the Spanish WAKO Organisation.
Rafael is considered a leader in his industry and is often approached on a consultancy basis by print and broadcast media.
Alex Goatley
Alex Goatley has been practicing martial arts since 1998 and began teaching in 2000. He achieved his 1st Dan Black Belt in 2002.
Alex has competed in a large number of both International and British tournaments winning Gold at the Spanish Championships and silver in the 2006 British Championships.
Alex is also a qualified fitness and Personal Trainer and is a very robust member of the team, who brings charm, humour and an abundance of patience.
Sensei Maria Carrera
Maria has been practicing Martial Arts since 1990 and achieved her Black Belt 1st Dan in 1995.
Maria has competed in several international tournaments including winning the British Championships and World Championships twice in her illustrious career. In 1996, 1997 and 2002 she won the ‘better sport for women’ championships in Barcelona.
Maria is also a qualified first aider for the Spanish Red Cross and became Director of Sports Societies for the Spanish University Sports Societies in 2004.
