Our head coach is 2nd Dan Black Belt Sensei John MacInnes. He has been teaching since March 2010 and has had the honour of competing for his club and country on the world stage. He’s also been the head coach at two world championships for team Scotland. Sensei John is constantly looking to gain skills and knowledge and as a result, and has a diploma in Swedish Massage as well as teaching credentials for Kettlercise, Boxercise and TRX.
Mike Dee is a 1st Dan Black Belt who has been training with Eastern Tigers in Huntly for ten years. Sensei Mike was a late starter, having only Started kickboxing aged 33, but he has been a dedicated student ever since. He works closely with Sensei John and is passionate about helping our students become the very best version of themselves.
Courtney Smith joined Eastern Tigers four years ago and has become Sensei John’s second-in-command in Buckie. Courtney was new to martial arts but her dedication and focus has led to running a number of classes in Buckie for all age groups.
Daisy Wilson is one of our junior instructors, having achieved her Junior Black Belt in 2023. Daisy is our most experienced competition fighter having been on the mats since age 7.
Nathan “Nate” Singers is another one of our junior instructors having achieved his Junior Black Belt in 2022. Nate has fought at numerous tournaments and has now added his younger brother to the Eastern Tigers ranks.