INDUSTRY TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:
Drama certification completed as a specialist module during high school, which provided a solid
foundation in performance techniques, stage presence, and character work.
In Poland and the United Kingdom, several independent film projects
New Zealand Projects:
"The Final Line"
– Feature/short film project (NZ production)
"Baelin's Route"
– A major production by Viva La Dirt League, one of New Zealand's most prominent digital
content creators with a global audience of millions
- and other various pilot series projects
Live swordfighting performance at the Hobbiton Movie Set combining
choreographed combat, audience engagement, and performance under pressure in an iconic film location.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
ACTION/STUNTS TRAINING
Kendo (Japanese Sword Fighting) – 20+ Years
My primary martial art and deepest expertise. I am a member of the New Zealand National Kendo Team,
representing the country on the international stage at World Kendo Championships. I am also an active
Kendo instructor, with extensive experience in teaching technique, form, and discipline to students of all
levels.
Fencing (Sabre) – 14 Years
A highly accomplished fencer, having been crowned New Zealand Individual Sabre Champion. My
competitive fencing background provides exceptional footwork, timing, reflexes, and an instinctive
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understanding of distance and blade work on camera.
Additional Martial Arts
Aikido – Foundational training in throws, joint locks, and defensive movement
Iaido – Training in traditional Japanese sword drawing techniques and kata
Weapons & Stage Combat
Extensive training in HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) and historical re-enactment combat
Multiple years of dedicated training at Stage and Screen Combat School and other specialised
programmes
Personalised training with Andrew Stehlin - covering a range of weapons and combat choreography
techniques
Hand-to-hand combat training for screen and live performance
Demonstrated live combat performance at the Hobbiton Movie Set (live sword fighting for an exclusive
staff event)
Stunts & Wire Work
Completed wire work workshops, gaining practical experience in harness-based aerial movement
Ongoing training and involvement in various stunt work, including both smaller independent and
professional commercial projects
OTHER SKILLS:
Acrobatics Archery Athletics Basketball
Cycling Fencing Diving Horse Riding
Mountain Biking Roller Blading/Skating Running
Shooting Snow Boarding Snow Skiing
Swimming Tennis Yoga
ACCENT: Neutral/ Euro
TATTOOS: None
INDUSTRY TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:
Drama certification completed as a specialist module during high school, which provided a solid
foundation in performance techniques, stage presence, and character work.
In Poland and the United Kingdom, several independent film projects
New Zealand Projects:
"The Final Line"
– Feature/short film project (NZ production)
"Baelin's Route"
– A major production by Viva La Dirt League, one of New Zealand's most prominent digital
content creators with a global audience of millions
- and other various pilot series projects
Live swordfighting performance at the Hobbiton Movie Set combining
choreographed combat, audience engagement, and performance under pressure in an iconic film location.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
ACTION/STUNTS TRAINING
Kendo (Japanese Sword Fighting) – 20+ Years
My primary martial art and deepest expertise. I am a member of the New Zealand National Kendo Team,
representing the country on the international stage at World Kendo Championships. I am also an active
Kendo instructor, with extensive experience in teaching technique, form, and discipline to students of all
levels.
Fencing (Sabre) – 14 Years
A highly accomplished fencer, having been crowned New Zealand Individual Sabre Champion. My
competitive fencing background provides exceptional footwork, timing, reflexes, and an instinctive
2Document ID: 261028134196050
understanding of distance and blade work on camera.
Additional Martial Arts
Aikido – Foundational training in throws, joint locks, and defensive movement
Iaido – Training in traditional Japanese sword drawing techniques and kata
Weapons & Stage Combat
Extensive training in HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) and historical re-enactment combat
Multiple years of dedicated training at Stage and Screen Combat School and other specialised
programmes
Personalised training with Andrew Stehlin - covering a range of weapons and combat choreography
techniques
Hand-to-hand combat training for screen and live performance
Demonstrated live combat performance at the Hobbiton Movie Set (live sword fighting for an exclusive
staff event)
Stunts & Wire Work
Completed wire work workshops, gaining practical experience in harness-based aerial movement
Ongoing training and involvement in various stunt work, including both smaller independent and
professional commercial projects
OTHER SKILLS:
Acrobatics Archery Athletics Basketball
Cycling Fencing Diving Horse Riding
Mountain Biking Roller Blading/Skating Running
Shooting Snow Boarding Snow Skiing
Swimming Tennis Yoga
ACCENT: Neutral/ Euro
TATTOOS: None
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