Category: Training

Training with Sensei John Parnell, 15 June 2019

Training with Sensei John Parnell, 15 June 2019

We were delighted to host Sensei John Parnell, 6th Dan, again as our guest instructor. This is the third time he has visited us. He took our regular all grades class followed by a senior class. The classes focused on developing speed. Karate is dynamic but when we learn something for the first time we … Continue reading Training with Sensei John Parnell, 15 June 2019

Training & grading with Sensei Bob Rhodes, 1 May 2019

Training & grading with Sensei Bob Rhodes, 1 May 2019

We were delighted to host Sensei Bob Rhodes, 8th Dan once again for a training and grading on Wednesday 1 May 2019. Sensei taught for about 75 minutes and got everyone to run through their syllabus in preparation for the grading. He pointed out that there is a danger of being swept if your stance … Continue reading Training & grading with Sensei Bob Rhodes, 1 May 2019

Spring Course, 15-19 April 2019

Spring Course, 15-19 April 2019

Five Senshi Karate students attended the annual spring course in Devon. Again, 16.5 hours of training plus bo classes, karate lecture, kata competition and grading. Whether learning a brand new kata or refining your techniques, the spring course is a great opportunity to train with a minimum of 8th Dan qualified instructor. Senseis Terry O'Neill, … Continue reading Spring Course, 15-19 April 2019

Special classes: 16, 23 & 30 March

Special classes: 16, 23 & 30 March

We have a lot of students looking to grade on 1 May. To help ensure we cover everyone's whole syllabus and to make sure there's enough room, we've booked the room adjacent to our regular room and will be opening the dividers between the two rooms to make a large L-shaped room. In addition to … Continue reading Special classes: 16, 23 & 30 March

Training with Sensei Neil Jerome, 9 February 2019

Training with Sensei Neil Jerome, 9 February 2019

We were delighted to welcome back Sensei Neil Jerome, 5th Dan as our guest instructor at our normal Saturday morning class in Greenwich. He lives in Norway and is only back in the UK for a few days at a time so we're chuffed that he found time to come to Greenwich. He broke the … Continue reading Training with Sensei Neil Jerome, 9 February 2019