Here's a selection of testimonials from a wide range of people who Ray has taught or been involved with in the fields of judo, mixed martial arts (MMA) and fitness training.

"Ray Stevens is acknowledged as one of Britain's greatest practitioners of judo in recent times. What people should also know is that he is also an outstanding teacher who understands both the mental and physical aspects of learning quickly and well. A club with him in charge of it is going to be a very good one, and a great place to be."
William Hague
Foreign Secretary

"Ray Stevens has a long and illustrious career inside British Judo. He was always considered by his fellow competitors and the judo public as one of the most skilful of British Judoka with his dynamic throwing and equally effective groundwork techniques.
Since retiring from competitive Judo, Ray has continued his commitment to the sport in a variety of capacities including personal training and management. It gives me great pleasure to endorse the latest development in Ray's judo life with the establishment of a new judo club catering for both senior and junior membership."
Densign White
Chairman, British Judo Association

"I've known Ray Stevens since he was 16 years old when he asked to be my training partner back in the 1980's. Who could have asked for a better partner than him! Ray is committed, reliable, works extremely hard to get where he wants to be and above all that, is genuinely personable.
Ray has helped me get to the heights of an international sportsman and I am grateful for his time and the commitment he has shown to me over the years. I am proud of his achievements in Judo, and pleased to say he is someone I can call a dear friend."
Neil Adams MBE
Double Silver Olympic Medallist & 8th degree Black Belt