Hi Dennis,
I currently live in Fremantle W. Australia, I emigrated with my wife in 1986, we lived in Warrington prior to leaving the UK.
I started training in Shukokai Karate in 1974 & tried other styles such as TKD with Tong Wan Shin & Hung Gar kung Fu with Jimmy Chan, Liverpool China Town. Whilst training in Shukokai I had a teaching job in Netherfield, Liverpool & managed to get a few sessions in at the Red Triangle.
Most of my training has been in karate but these days I no longer teach or train in karate, I still train for self defense & also the added benefits like satisfying my masochistic streak via hard training sessions! As you know its also great stress relief. I have been following many of the Steve Morris principles (Morris Method) for about three years.
These days I train mostly on my own but dont have a problem with motivation, I have a good set up at my home with punch bags, floor to ceiling ball, grappling bag etc.
It is only in very recent times that I have been looking at instructors like yourself who are offering training and information that suits my needs.
I will be visiting the UK on the 13 Dec 2007 & am wondering if your Liverpool group is still running? It would be great for me to attend a session if thats okay with you.
All the Best, Ken