Our Team

Black belts

In Kali Self Defence, we believe that growth never stops — not for students, and not for instructors. Since the system is constantly evolving, we encourage our black belts to seek knowledge beyond Kali.

That is why most of our expert instructors also hold black belts or have deep experience in arts such as Traditional Ju Jutsu, Kickboxing, Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Taekwondo and Muay Thai

This isn’t about stockpiling moves; it’s about teaching methodology, communication, and perspective. Our instructors teach at seminars and camps with participants from many styles, so they must relate, speak their language, and understand who they’re serving — adapting Kali Self Defence to inspire their progress within their own art.

We’re not trying to convert anyone to our way. Instead, our goal is that Kali Self Defence can inspire ourselves and others — helping practitioners from all backgrounds grow within their own art while deepening their understanding of movement, mindset, and adaptability.

Founder / Punong Guro

Richard
Haye

8. Dan Kali Self Defence 
6. Dan Karate
BJJ Black Belt under Roy Dean

Train with the best

Our Expert Team

Kristian Jøranson

4. Dan Kali Self Defence Training with Richard Haye since: 1999

Ralph Pagano

4. Dan Kali Self Defence Training with Richard Haye since: 2007

Maxime Cara

3. Dan Kali Self Defence Training with Richard Haye since: 2001

Helene Fredheim

3. Dan Kali Self Defence Training with Richard Haye since: 2005