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Let me say a little about Jamie O’Keefe so you can see why I felt his contribution to this book was essential. Firstly, Jamie is a normal guy in his mid-forties who doesn’t have the sculptured body of Arnold Schwarzenegger types and doesn’t claim any expertise in fitness. He is honest about himself and his training needs and is one of the few people I know that took part in my training for reasons other than looking good. With Jamie, what you see is what you get and he is known to be a very proud man who is very choosy and careful about what and who he gets involved with. He puts his pride above anything else and this is where he gains the respect and admiration of others. Don’t just take my word for it. Here are just some of the things that others have said about Jamie:

Jamie O’Keefe, one of the most realistic martial artists in the world today, highly recommended.

Geoff Thompson – 2004 BAFTA Winner & Author

One-man guide to bouncers and the art of self-protection.

Cass Pennant – Author & Hooliologist

Jamie’s book Thugs, Mugs & Violence should be read.

Reg Kray – Kray Twins

Jamie’s book Old School – New School is a blueprint for the future of security.

Peter Consterdine – Renowned Bodyguard & Author

Jamie looks a right hard man but when he talks he is softly spoken, articulate and possessive of a great deal of knowledge about the human condition. He possesses all the physical skills and capabilities that make him sought after as an instructor but this ability is underpinned by an understanding of the human psyche that sees the ‘need to fight’ recede into the background, to be replaced by an awareness few of us possess.

Malcolm Martin – Editor, Combat magazine

He is also interviewed in the following books:

Ultimate Hard Bastards – The truth about the toughest men in the world Streetfighters Bouncers Hard Bastards 2

He does not mix with gangsters, thugs, bullies, drug dealers, or anyone that promotes these lifestyles and will not be seen at any event promoting such practices. However, you will see him lending his support to people like me, the late Reg Kray, Roy Shaw, Cass Pennant etc who are trying to become positive role models rather than taking the wrong routes in life.

Hopefully you can now see why Jamie’s contribution to this book has significance. He is one of the few people I know who actually gives out more than he accepts back. He does things because he wants to and cannot be bought. A proud man, who I am proud to know.

Now read on to see Jamie’s honest reflections on the time studying my advice in this book.