Terry Hill (Part 1), 40 Years of Martial Arts Wisdom – From Bruce Lee to Building Respect

Terry Hill is a New Zealand martial arts legend with over 40 years of experience, spanning various combat sports and disciplines. His journey began in the 70s with Kyokushinkai Karate, before mastering Goju Ryu Karate, boxing, and kickboxing. He went on to achieve numerous national and international titles, including the 1st World Full Contact Goju Ryu Karate Championship in Okinawa in 1991. Throughout his career, Terry has trained and produced many champion fighters across multiple martial arts disciplines, including Karate, Kickboxing, and Sanda (Chinese full-contact fighting). Terry’s contributions to martial arts extend beyond the dojo. He is a certified international Sanda judge and has officiated numerous events, including refereeing high-profile UFC bouts in Manila. His leadership in New Zealand's martial arts scene is undeniable, serving as President of the New Zealand Mixed Martial Arts Federation (NZMMAF) and being inducted into the NZ MMA Hall of Fame for his pioneering work in the sport. With decades of competition, coaching, and officiating experience, Terry Hill continues to shape the martial arts community both in New Zealand and internationally, making him a revered figure in combat sports. _____________________________ Thanks to the team at Punish Fight Gear https://punish.com.au/ Find Terry's Gym San Bu Kai Hamilton https://www.sanbukai.com/Follow The FightScene with F16 on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook /@FightsceneOnline https://fightscene.online ______________________________ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS - PART 1 OF SHANNON'S INTERVIEW WITH TERRY HILL "I had to repossess cars and confront people... Martial arts gave me the composure and confidence to handle anything." "Losing is part of the game. Nobody wins everything... but it’s how you come back that matters."