CURRENT MISSION

Be able to play Guile from Streetfighter's theme song on the guitar

ABOUT ME

I'm very easy going and approachable. Sometimes in London this doesn't do you any favours! I'm very compassionate, and I enjoy spending my time with animals. I currently live with 2 cockatiels, a crazy conure, and a zebrafinch. I enjoy spending time with people that aren't slaves to TV and the media.

PHILOSOPHY

Knowledge is power. Power is like horseshit..spread it around and it helps things grow..stack it up in one place and it stinks.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I try and share my knowledge at every opportunity. I have very mixed interests so I can always offer something interesting to anyone willing to learn. I'm hoping others can teach me in the same way, whether its intentional or not.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I surfed with 3 of my best friends in the south of France last year. It was my first time, and it was the best trip - we learned so much about our hosts and their culture, we even babysat their kids!

Interests

I've studied martial arts for over 10 years. Its quite a big part of my life, more like a way of life really. I train with some great people, and we often travel together to compete internationally, so they are like family.

I am an artist and photographer. With my art, I specialize in portraits - I love the challenge of learning about people through their faces. I've been very lucky to meet some amazing musicians here in London, who I regularly take photographs for. Check out my work here: www.kiranbahra.com

I play the keyboard, guitar and ukulele.

• animals
• arts
• culture
• fitness
• tv
• traveling
• guitar
• martial arts
• communications

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies - Pan's Labyrinth, Dumb and Dumber, Clerks, Short Circuit

Music - anything from classic rock to metal. My favourite bands include Tool, Donovan, Moldy Peaches, Pixies

Authors - Anthony de Mello, Ben Elton, Robert Nye, Tess Gerritsen

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Rescued a pigeon from a busy underground tube station.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach Martial arts to anyone who wants to learn how to defend themselves or improve thier flexibility/fitness. I'm trained in using a variety of weapons including nunchucks, bo staff, sword and chainwhips.

I also spin poi, so I can show you a few tricks.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, philosophies, most importantly laughs

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United Kingdom