Find the path through the obstacle
Coaching is a professional partnership that helps you reach personal and professional goals through guidance, support and structure.
Working one-to-one or with groups, a coach helps find a way past whatever stands in the way. The approach is person-centred, specialising in self-development, rehabilitation and wellbeing — including dedicated Coaching for Mental Health sessions.
Azeem Sensei holds an MA in Coaching from Oxford Brookes (2013), where he developed the first Karate Coaching Model. Start with a free 15-minute consultation, in person or on a Teams call.
- ConsultationFree 15 minutes, in person or on Teams
- Sessions£25 per hour
- ApproachPerson-centred
- FocusSelf-development, rehabilitation, wellbeing
- CoachAzeem Mushtaq, MA Coaching
What Coaching brings
bring something into existence
unusual or remarkable act
brief period of time
to become better or advanced


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Coaching sessions: your questions
What is person-centred coaching?
A professional partnership that helps you reach personal and professional goals through guidance, support and structure, built around you as an individual.
Are coaching sessions in person or online?
Both — sessions are available in person in Ilford or online via Microsoft Teams.
How much does coaching cost?
The first 15-minute consultation is free, and coaching sessions cost £25 per hour.
What can coaching help with?
Self-development, rehabilitation and wellbeing, including dedicated Coaching for Mental Health sessions.
Who is the coach?
Azeem Mushtaq, who holds an MA in Coaching from Oxford Brookes University (2013), where he developed the first Karate Coaching Model.
The first class is the hardest step — you won’t take it alone
New students pay as they go for the first few weeks. Just bring comfortable clothes.