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What is Complete Combatives?
What is Complete Combatives? This is a question I am asked quite frequently, and it is a fair one, as people need to know what they are training in and, quite frankly, what they are paying for.

simonmorrell
5 days ago2 min read


For Anyone Who Has Ever Been Bullied
For Anyone Who Has Ever Been Bullied. My misery at the hands of bullies was becoming too big for me. My pain, both physically and mentally, was becoming uncontrollable. Panic attacks were my daily diet, sleepless nights almost a ritual. Something had to give.
Eventually, I started doing things that frightened me outside of the bullying environment. Things that frightened me, but things I knew would eventually lead me to the path of confidence.
It worked, and the more confiden

simonmorrell
Apr 1017 min read


SMALL WARS, WIN OR LOSE.
victories

simonmorrell
Mar 111 min read


Fear, False Evidence Appearing Real.
F.EA.R. False Evidence Appearing Real.

simonmorrell
Mar 105 min read


Seminars With Simon Morrell
Seminars With Simon Morrell. For Combatives & Self Defence Seminars, Fear Control Talks, Podcasts or Book Signings.

simonmorrell
Mar 41 min read


Simon Hits! Defending the most common kicks.
Defending the most common kicks.

simonmorrell
Feb 231 min read


Training In The USA
Great fun a few years ago filming the trailer for From Bullied to Black Belt in the USA. The best part being I got to train with my daughter

simonmorrell
Feb 221 min read


Words & Stories by Simon
Check out Simon's new outlet for words & stories.

simonmorrell
Feb 191 min read


Are You Ready For Your Black Belt Test?
Are You Ready For Your Black Belt Test? It is almost time for the next Black Belt test at Fight Fortress!

simonmorrell
Feb 171 min read


Simon Hits! Four Kickboxing Drills.
Simon Hits! Four Kickboxing Drills. If you are looking for new lesson plans or training ideas, then look no further than our online Academy

simonmorrell
Feb 161 min read


F.E.A.R,
FEAR was the first article I ever wrote and was published in a National magazine. Here it is reprinted.

simonmorrell
Feb 115 min read


READ THIS IF YOU WORRY ABOUT YOUR FAMILY’S SAFETY.
Stay Safe, Take Classes.

simonmorrell
Feb 92 min read


An Everyday Warrior, Chapter One.
Chapter One
First came the rat. It was a big black, horrible bastard that just jumped out of the wall and ran at me.

simonmorrell
Feb 86 min read


BLACK BELT TESTS AT FIGHT FORTRESS.
BLACK BELT TESTS AT FIGHT FORTRESS. If you would like to take your next Dan grading under Simon Morrell, either at Fight Fortress in North Wales or at your own location, please make contact now.

simonmorrell
Feb 71 min read


That Unforgettable Feeling, The Undeniable Dream.
That Unforgettable Feeling, The Undeniable Dream.
We have all had it. If we are lucky, we have it more than once, and if we work hard at our dreams, well, it just may happen several times.

simonmorrell
Feb 34 min read


Seminars With Simon in 2026
Now taking bookings for Combative & MMA seminars in 2026

simonmorrell
Feb 21 min read


Martial Arts for Mental Health
Martial Artsfor Mental Health

simonmorrell
Feb 11 min read


Dedication Goes A Long Way.
Dedication Goes A Long Way. No matter what our goals are, we need dedication to achieve them. Please listen in and see what I mean.

simonmorrell
Jan 291 min read


Next Belt Test At Fight Fortress
Our next coloured belt grading (up to pre-black belt) will take place at Fight Fortress in Rhyl, on Saturday 7th March 2026 at 10 am.

simonmorrell
Jan 281 min read


The Gift of Adversity
The Gift of Adversity. When we are in the middle of a conflict or a tough time in general, it can seem never-ending and hopeless, but I hope this short talk will help you see it differently.

simonmorrell
Jan 261 min read














