In October 2026, under Peter's leadership and the guidance of Urban Combat's wider coaching team, the academy celebrated an extraordinary international campaign, producing 13 World Champions and winning 60 medals at the WTKA Unified World Championships in Italy, following an impressive 38-medal performance at the WTKA European Championships in Barnsley.

Through Urban Combat, Peter combines traditional martial arts values with modern coaching, competitive excellence, personal development and a strong commitment to community.

Full name: Peter Owen
Position: Founder, Owner, CEO & Chief Instructor, Urban Combat
Company: Owen Martial Arts Limited, trading as Urban Combat
Martial arts grades: 4th Dan Kickboxing; 4th Dan Krav Maga
Experience: Over 18 years in martial arts

International leadership: Head of WTKA GB South, alongside Richard Vince
Coaching appointment: WTKA GB South Fighting Coach
Recognition: 2026 Martial Arts Hall of Fame – Top Martial Artist Award
World Championship achievements: Led Urban Combat through a 2026 campaign producing 13 World Champions and 60 World Championship medals

European Championship achievements: Urban Combat won 38 medals at the 2026 WTKA European Championships
Martial arts disciplines: Karate, Kickboxing, Krav Maga and competitive martial arts development
Headquarters: Urban Combat Fitness Centre, 8 Dunlop Road, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0UG

Training locations: Ipswich, Colchester, Woodbridge, Stowmarket and Leiston
Official website: https://urbancombat.uk

Peter Owen is the Founder, Owner and Chief Instructor of Urban Combat, a multi-location martial arts organisation providing professional Karate, Kickboxing and Krav Maga training to children, teenagers and adults throughout Suffolk and Essex.

Operating from Urban Combat's headquarters in Ipswich, Peter oversees the strategic development, coaching standards, instructor progression and long-term direction of the organisation.

His work extends beyond teaching martial arts techniques. Peter believes that effective martial arts education should help individuals develop the confidence, resilience, self-discipline, respect and leadership skills required to succeed both inside and outside the dojo.

Through his commitment to structured training, positive coaching and individual development, Peter has helped create an environment where students of different ages, backgrounds and abilities can work towards their personal goals.

Whether a student is attending their first Karate lesson, developing practical self-defence skills through Krav Maga, improving their fitness through Kickboxing or preparing for international competition, Peter's philosophy remains consistent:

Every student deserves the opportunity, guidance and belief to exceed their own expectations.

This approach has helped shape Urban Combat into a community-focused martial arts organisation with a growing reputation for both recreational training and international competitive success.

In 2026, Peter Owen received recognition through his induction into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame, receiving the Top Martial Artist Award.

The honour represents a significant milestone in Peter's martial arts career and recognises his contribution to martial arts instruction, coaching, leadership and the development of others.

For Peter, the recognition reflects not only his personal journey but also the achievements of the instructors, athletes, students and families who have contributed to the development of Urban Combat.

His continued focus is on creating opportunities for the next generation of martial artists and ensuring that students can benefit from high-quality instruction, regardless of whether their ambition is to improve their confidence, earn a Black Belt or compete at World Championship level.

Peter Owen serves as Head of WTKA GB South alongside Richard Vince, providing leadership and supporting the development of competitive martial arts across the southern region of Great Britain.

He also holds the position of WTKA GB South Fighting Coach, with responsibilities connected to the preparation and development of athletes competing in national and international martial arts events.

His work includes supporting competitive development in Karate, Kickboxing, Kumite and other relevant tournament disciplines.

Peter's coaching philosophy combines technical development, tactical preparation, physical conditioning, competitive experience and mental resilience.

He recognises that success at international level requires more than technical ability. Athletes must also demonstrate discipline, consistency, adaptability, determination and the ability to perform under pressure.

Within the WTKA GB South coaching structure, Peter works with and provides leadership to coaches and athletes, including Urban Combat instructors and international competitors Kirsten Owen and Jordan Owen.

His commitment is to develop not only successful competitors but also knowledgeable coaches and positive role models capable of supporting the next generation.

One of the defining achievements of Peter Owen's coaching and leadership career came at the 2026 WTKA Unified World Championships, held in Marina di Carrara, Tuscany, Italy, from 22 to 25 October 2026.

Urban Combat delivered an outstanding international performance, celebrating 13 World Champions and a total of 60 medals across the championship campaign.

Urban Combat's Official 2026 World Championship Results
• 28 Gold medals
• 18 Silver medals
• 14 Bronze medals
• 60 medals in total
• 13 World Champions

These achievements demonstrated the breadth of talent developed within Urban Combat, with athletes competing successfully across Karate, Kickboxing, Traditional Kata, Korean Kata, Kumite, Points Fighting, Light Continuous Kickboxing and pairs events.

The results were achieved through the dedication of the athletes and the combined efforts of Urban Combat's coaching team, led by Peter Owen.

At the 2026 WTKA Unified World Championships in Marina di Carrara, Italy, Kirsten added the World Traditional Open Kata Pairs Championship to her achievements alongside fellow Urban Combat instructor Jordan Owen. She also secured a World Championship Bronze Medal in Creative Weapons, demonstrating her versatility across multiple competitive martial arts disciplines.

Alongside her competitive career, Kirsten is a 3rd Dan Kickboxing Black Belt, 2nd Dan Krav Maga Black Belt and 1st Dan Karate Black Belt. She also holds two distinct specialist weapons qualifications as a World Level 3 Bo Staff Instructor and World Level 3 Sword Instructor.

As Urban Combat's Programme Director, Head of Ipswich and a Lead Instructor with Dragon X Blade, Kirsten combines international competition experience, technical expertise and organisational leadership to help students of all ages and abilities develop confidence, discipline and martial arts skills.

On Sunday 25th October 2026, Kirsten successfully defended her WTKA World Light Continuous Kickboxing Championship at the WTKA Unified World Championships in Marina di Carrara, Tuscany, Italy.

Having originally won the World Championship in 2025, Kirsten retained her title in 2026, becoming a two-time WTKA World Light Continuous Kickboxing Champion.

Successfully defending an international championship requires consistent training, technical accuracy, physical conditioning, tactical awareness and mental resilience.

Kirsten's achievement reflects her dedication to competitive Kickboxing and provides Urban Combat students with the opportunity to learn from an instructor who continues to compete and succeed at world championship level.

Her World Championship success builds upon her achievement as a 2025 WTKA British Open Gold Medallist, further strengthening her record in national and international martial arts competition.

On Friday 23rd October 2026, Kirsten Owen and Jordan Owen won the WTKA World Traditional Open Kata Pairs Championship at the 2026 WTKA Unified World Championships in Italy.

Competing together for WTKA Team GB, the Urban Combat instructors delivered a gold-medal performance in traditional Karate Kata Pairs, a discipline requiring synchronisation, technical precision, balance, timing and control.

Their World Championship victory represents an important achievement for both athletes and demonstrates the strength of their technical Karate knowledge and competitive experience.

Winning a world title in traditional Karate alongside her Kickboxing achievements highlights Kirsten's ability to perform successfully across different martial arts disciplines.

Also on 23rd October 2026, Kirsten won a Bronze Medal in Creative Weapons at the WTKA Unified World Championships.

Creative Weapons competition requires precision, coordination, creativity, technical control, movement quality and performance presentation.

Her World Championship medal further demonstrates her expertise in specialist martial arts weapons training and complements her separate World Level 3 instructor qualifications in Bo Staff and Sword.

Kirsten's achievements across Kickboxing, Karate and Creative Weapons reflect her commitment to continually expanding her martial arts knowledge and competitive experience.

Kirsten holds Black Belt rankings in three separate martial arts disciplines:
• 3rd Dan Black Belt – Kickboxing
• 2nd Dan Black Belt – Krav Maga
• 1st Dan Black Belt – Karate

She has also achieved two separate specialist weapons instructor qualifications:
• World Level 3 Bo Staff Instructor
• World Level 3 Sword Instructor
These qualifications represent distinct achievements, each requiring dedicated specialist instructor development.

Her multi-discipline background provides a foundation in striking techniques, traditional martial arts, practical self-defence, weapons training, movement and technical development.

Kirsten specialises particularly in Karate, Kickboxing and Weapons as a student, competitor and coach, combining competitive experience with structured instruction and an understanding of individual progression.

Kirsten is a qualified World Level 3 Bo Staff Instructor, having completed specialist instructor training dedicated to Bo Staff techniques, teaching methods and technical progression.

Her Bo Staff expertise encompasses weapon handling, coordination, timing, balance, precision, body mechanics and controlled movement.

Through Urban Combat's Creative Bo Staff programme, Kirsten helps students develop specialist weapons skills while improving focus, discipline, confidence and coordination.

Creative Bo Staff combines martial arts techniques with movement, creativity and performance, providing students with opportunities to develop their abilities through structured and engaging instruction.

Kirsten's experience as a World Championship Creative Weapons medallist adds practical competitive knowledge to her specialist teaching.

Kirsten separately holds the qualification of World Level 3 Sword Instructor, representing a second distinct specialist instructor achievement.

Her Sword expertise includes technical precision, weapon control, movement, timing, coordination, concentration and progressive skills development.

Through Urban Combat's Creative Sword programme, Kirsten helps students develop their understanding of Sword techniques while building confidence, discipline, technical control and performance ability.

Her separate qualifications in Bo Staff and Sword demonstrate a commitment to specialist instructor development across both weapons disciplines.

Kirsten is a member of the WTKA Team GB Competition Team and also serves as part of the WTKA Team GB Coaching Team, working alongside her husband Peter Owen, Urban Combat's CEO and Chief Instructor, who also holds leadership responsibilities within WTKA GB South.

As both an international competitor and coach, Kirsten understands the physical, technical and mental demands of championship-level martial arts.

Her experience enables her to support athletes with technical development, competition preparation, tactical awareness, confidence, discipline and performance.

Kirsten also works alongside Jordan Owen and the wider Urban Combat competition coaching team to help prepare athletes for regional, national, European and World Championship competition.

Her achievements across Kickboxing, traditional Karate and Creative Weapons provide valuable first-hand knowledge for students aspiring to represent Urban Combat and WTKA Team GB.

Kirsten believes that competitive success is built upon consistent training, preparation, resilience, teamwork and a willingness to continually learn and improve.

In addition to her instructional and competitive achievements, Kirsten is Programme Director at Urban Combat, with responsibilities spanning programme development, human resources, member services and the continued improvement of the student experience.

She also serves as Head of Ipswich, supporting the development of Urban Combat's flagship training centre and its instructors, students and families.

Working closely with Peter Owen and the wider management team, Kirsten helps maintain the organisation's commitment to high-quality martial arts instruction, structured progression and a welcoming training environment.

Her leadership reflects Urban Combat's core values of Community, Team and Leadership, helping create an environment where students feel supported, valued and motivated to achieve their personal goals.

Kirsten teaches across Urban Combat's martial arts locations in:
• Ipswich – Urban Combat Fitness Centre, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate
• Colchester – Urban Combat Colchester
• Woodbridge – Urban Combat Woodbridge and Martlesham
• Stowmarket – Urban Combat Stowmarket
• Leiston – Urban Combat Leiston

Her instruction includes Karate, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Creative Bo Staff and Creative Sword, supporting students from complete beginners through to advanced Black Belts and competitive athletes.

Kirsten is known for her technical knowledge, calm authority, patience, enthusiasm and adaptable teaching style.

She works confidently with children, teenagers and adults, tailoring her instruction to individual abilities, experience and learning requirements.

Despite being relatively early in her instructional career, Kirsten has already helped develop several students to Black Belt level, demonstrating her ability to recognise potential, encourage progression and maintain consistent technical standards.

Her teaching philosophy extends beyond martial arts techniques. Kirsten is passionate about helping students develop confidence, resilience, discipline, self-belief, respect and a positive attitude towards personal development.

Whether introducing a young child to their first Karate lesson, supporting an adult learning practical Krav Maga self-defence or preparing an experienced athlete for international competition, Kirsten is committed to helping every individual achieve their potential.

Alongside her martial arts career, Kirsten has also taught Street Dance for The Urban Stage Company in Ipswich and Stowmarket.

Her background in dance complements her martial arts and weapons expertise, providing an additional understanding of movement, rhythm, coordination, balance, presentation and performance.

This crossover is particularly valuable within creative martial arts and weapons training, where timing, movement quality, technical precision and performance confidence are important.

Away from martial arts and dance, Kirsten has also performed as a solo vocalist in local concerts, demonstrating creativity, confidence and stage presence.

Her experience across martial arts, dance and performance contributes to her engaging and adaptable teaching approach.

As the wife of Peter Owen, Founder and Chief Instructor of Urban Combat, Kirsten has played an important role in the organisation's growth and development.

Her involvement extends beyond instruction and competition, contributing to programme development, instructor support, member services and the wider student experience.

Together with the Urban Combat leadership team, Kirsten is committed to developing an organisation that offers more than martial arts classes.

Urban Combat provides opportunities for personal development, physical fitness, confidence building, self-defence, competitive achievement and lifelong learning.

Kirsten's dedication reflects the organisation's commitment to building a supportive community where students and families feel welcome and achievements are recognised at every level.

Kirsten Owen's journey from martial arts student to two-time WTKA World Light Continuous Kickboxing Champion, WTKA World Traditional Open Kata Pairs Champion, World Creative Weapons Medallist and WTKA Team GB coach demonstrates the results that dedication, determination and continuous development can achieve.

Her separate qualifications as a World Level 3 Bo Staff Instructor and World Level 3 Sword Instructor, together with her position as a Dragon X Blade Lead Instructor, further demonstrate her commitment to technical excellence and specialist martial arts education.

As Urban Combat Programme Director, Kirsten continues to contribute to the development of students, instructors and training programmes across Suffolk and Essex.

Her combination of international competitive success, technical expertise, leadership and genuine enthusiasm for teaching makes her an important part of the Urban Combat coaching team.

Whether helping a beginner take their first steps in martial arts, developing a future Black Belt or preparing an athlete for international competition, Kirsten Owen is committed to helping every student build confidence, achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.

Train with Kirsten Owen at Urban Combat – Karate, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Creative Bo Staff and Creative Sword classes across Suffolk and Essex.

In October 2026, Jordan achieved a defining milestone in his martial arts career at the WTKA Unified World Championships in Marina di Carrara, Tuscany, Italy, held from 22nd to 25th October 2026.

Competing against international athletes across multiple martial arts disciplines, Jordan secured an outstanding four World Championship gold medals and one bronze medal.

His final medal tally was:
• Gold – Team Kata
• Gold – Korean Kata
• Gold – Karate Kumite
• Gold – Light Continuous Kickboxing, Under 70kg
• Bronze – Mixed Kata

Jordan's World Championship achievements included winning the Traditional Open Kata Pairs World Championship title alongside Kirsten Owen.

Their success demonstrated the technical precision, coordination, timing and dedication required to perform together at international championship level.

Jordan's four gold medals demonstrate his versatility across different areas of martial arts competition, combining the technical performance and precision of Kata with the speed, tactical awareness, physical conditioning and determination required for Kumite and Light Continuous Kickboxing.

His achievements in Italy established him as a four-time WTKA World Champion in 2026, adding to his growing record of success on the international martial arts stage.

Just two weeks before his World Championship success, Jordan achieved another major milestone at the WTKA European Open Championships, held at the Barnsley Metrodome on Saturday 10th October 2026.

Competing in the Senior Division, Jordan secured two European Championship titles:
• 2026 WTKA European Light Continuous Kickboxing Champion – Senior Division
• 2026 WTKA European Kata Champion – Senior Division

Winning European titles in both Karate and Kickboxing demonstrated Jordan's technical versatility and ability to compete successfully across contrasting martial arts disciplines.

His Light Continuous Kickboxing victory showcased his competitive fighting skills, tactical awareness, conditioning and determination, while his Kata victory highlighted his technical precision, control, balance and understanding of traditional martial arts principles.

These achievements, followed by four World Championship gold medals in Italy, made October 2026 a remarkable period in Jordan's international competitive career.

Jordan is a member of both the WTKA Team GB Competition Team and WTKA GB South Coaching Team, combining his own international competitive career with responsibilities supporting the development of other athletes.

Within the WTKA GB South coaching structure, Jordan reports directly to Peter Owen, WTKA GB South Fighting Coach.

Working alongside Peter and the wider coaching team, Jordan helps prepare athletes representing Great Britain at national, European and World Championship competitions.

His coaching draws upon his experience as a four-time World Champion and double European Champion, helping competitors develop the technical, physical and mental attributes required for international competition.

Areas of his coaching include technical development, Kata performance, Kumite tactics, Kickboxing skills, competition preparation and building confidence under pressure.

Jordan understands the demands of high-level competition and the importance of preparation, discipline, consistency and teamwork.

He uses this experience to help athletes identify their strengths, improve their performance and develop the confidence to compete against experienced international opponents.

As both an athlete and coach, Jordan remains committed to learning, improving and contributing to the continued success of WTKA Team GB and WTKA GB South.

In August 2026, Jordan achieved his 3rd Dan Black Belt in Karate, recognising years of dedicated training, technical progression and commitment to martial arts excellence.

Achieving 3rd Dan represents an important stage in his development as a Karate practitioner, reflecting his continued progression in technical knowledge, practical ability and understanding of traditional martial arts principles.

Jordan's Black Belt progression has been complemented by his international competition experience, enabling him to combine traditional Karate training with contemporary competitive techniques and performance development.

Alongside his Karate achievements, Jordan continues to develop his knowledge and skills in Kickboxing, both as a competitor and instructor.

His commitment to ongoing training reflects his belief that martial arts is a lifelong journey of learning, discipline and personal development.

Jordan is a specialist Karate and Kickboxing Instructor at Urban Combat, teaching and supporting students across the organisation's martial arts venues in:
• Ipswich, Suffolk
• Colchester, Essex
• Woodbridge, Suffolk
• Stowmarket, Suffolk
• Leiston, Suffolk

He works under the leadership of Peter Owen, Owner and Chief Instructor of Urban Combat, alongside experienced instructors including Senior Karate Instructor Bob Page and the wider coaching team.

Jordan helps deliver structured martial arts training for children, teenagers and adults, supporting students from their first lessons through to advanced grades and Black Belt.

His teaching combines traditional martial arts values with practical international competition experience, helping students develop strong technical foundations alongside confidence, discipline, fitness and resilience.

Jordan's approach focuses on ensuring students understand not only how to perform martial arts techniques, but also why they are performed and how they contribute to their wider development.

He encourages students to work consistently, challenge themselves and recognise the progress they make through dedication and regular training.

Jordan is passionate about helping students achieve their potential, whether their goal is to improve confidence, develop fitness, earn their next belt or compete at national and international level.

He has already helped guide students through to Black Belt, supporting their progression through structured training, technical development and encouragement.

Jordan is particularly recognised for his ability to connect with younger students, creating an energetic, positive and disciplined learning environment.

Known throughout Urban Combat for his big grin and enthusiasm for a push-up challenge, Jordan brings personality and enjoyment to his classes while maintaining high expectations for effort, respect and technical performance.

He believes martial arts training should develop more than physical skills.

Through Karate and Kickboxing, Jordan helps students build self-confidence, resilience, determination, concentration and the ability to overcome challenges.

His own journey to becoming a multiple World and European Champion demonstrates the importance of consistent effort, perseverance and believing in the process of long-term development.

As a four-time WTKA World Champion, double WTKA European Champion, 3rd Dan Karate Black Belt and WTKA GB South Coach, Jordan Owen has established an impressive record of international competitive achievement.

His experience across Karate, Kata, Kumite and Kickboxing allows him to bring valuable technical knowledge and firsthand championship experience into his teaching.

At Urban Combat, Jordan continues to support the development of students across Ipswich, Colchester, Woodbridge, Stowmarket and Leiston, helping them build confidence, discipline, technical ability and resilience.

Whether introducing beginners to martial arts, preparing students for Black Belt or supporting athletes representing Great Britain, Jordan remains committed to helping individuals achieve more than they believed possible.

Jordan Owen represents the next generation of international martial arts competitors and coaches, combining World Championship success with a genuine passion for teaching and developing others.