Marina Hampton, has become the first person in Northern Ireland to be awarded Actor Combatant Status with the APC (Academy of Performance Combat) for the 21st Century. Training with the APC is recognised and respected worldwide by professionals. To be an Actor Combatant with the APC is a recognition of achieving certificates in 10 weapons or more at the same level. Marina Hampton who is a 48 year old actor and mother of 2, has achieved 11 weapons at Intermediate level, Broadsword and shield, Escrima, Knife, Gladius and shield, Axe and Cuff, Unarmed, Rapier and Dagger, a Case of Rapiers, 18th Century Small Sword, Quarter Staff and Rapier and Cloak.