Bad Guys Films · One-day workshop · London
Fight
Choreography
Foundations
Learn to perform a fight like a professional, in just one day. A hands-on workshop for actors and aspiring stunt performers, taught by stunt performer and fight choreographer Jean-Paul Ly and his team. Open to beginner and intermediate levels.
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What participants say
I've been searching for a way to learn high quality fight choreo in London for a long time now and this workshop was better than I could've imagined. As an actor and a martial artist this was the perfect level.
From having zero on set fighting, to feeling like an action star! The time to break down the movement and patience to repeat moves when we weren't processing it was amazing!
Working on flow, rhythm and performance really helped me understand new ways to train and create fight choreographies.
What you'll learn
Stance & footwork
Move with balance and control so every action looks sharp and stays safe.
Distance & partner safety
The techniques professionals use to make contact look real while keeping your partner protected.
Selling the hit
Timing, reactions and body language that make an audience feel every blow.
Learning a sequence
How to break down, memorise and perform a full fight routine with a partner.
Acting through the fight
Keep your character and intention alive in the middle of the action.
Performing it
Finish the day performing a complete choreographed fight from start to end.
Photo: Claudiu VoicuYour instructor
Jean-Paul Ly is a stunt performer, fight choreographer and director. He has fought on screen opposite Jason Statham, worked on Marvel productions and designed the action for a feature film released on Netflix.
In this workshop he shares the exact methods used on professional sets, broken down step by step. He is supported by a dedicated team, so every participant gets close, hands-on attention.
- —Marvel productions: Avengers Doomsday, Doctor Strange, The Batman etc
- —Lead actor and Action Director of the acclaimed action film JAILBREAK & NIGHTSHOOTERS
- —Sharing my experience for the first time in the UK
- —Founder, of Bad Guys Films
Who it's for
Actors
Walk into auditions and action scenes with confidence instead of fear.
Aspiring stunt performers
Build the foundations of fight performance the right way from day one.
Beginner to intermediate
Complete beginners build solid foundations. If you already have a base, you'll be grouped by level and pushed further, including one-against-several fights.
The details
4 Fulham High St, London SW6 3LQ
Fitness to participate: this is a physical, group-paced workshop. Participants must be fit for moderate-to-intense physical activity. If you have a current injury or medical condition, please contact us before booking.
FAQ
What level is it for? Do I need experience?
No. The workshop is open from beginner to intermediate level. With a dedicated team on hand, you'll work in groups matched to your level: beginners build strong foundations, while those with experience are pushed further, for example with one-against-several fights.
What should I bring?
Comfortable sportswear and a water bottle. We train barefoot on tatami: socks are fine, but no shoes on the mats. Bring a snack or lunch for the break.
Is there an age limit?
Participants must be 18 or over.
Is it safe?
Safety is at the heart of fight choreography. You'll learn controlled techniques under close professional supervision. Please let us know about any injuries when you book.
Can I take part if I have an injury or medical condition?
For everyone's safety, participants need to be fit enough to train at the pace of the group. The workshop doesn't offer one-to-one adapted coaching, so if a current injury or condition would stop you from training safely alongside others, it's best to wait for a future session once you've recovered. If you're unsure, contact us before booking at badguysprod@gmail.com and we'll give you an honest answer. Any condition must also be declared on your booking form.
Can I get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable within 48 hours of the workshop. For anything earlier, contact badguysprod@gmail.com.
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