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
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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
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 & grading with Sensei Frank Brennan, 17 November 2018
We hosted karate legend Sensei Frank Brennan for training & grading. 18 students successfully graded!
Special Dan training & grading, 6 October 2018
Arianna and Frank attended the bi-annual special Dan course at Bath university's sports centre. It was taught by Sensei Andy Sherry, 9th Dan and Senseis Bob Poynton and Frank Brennan, both 8th Dans. As usual it was well-attended with black belts coming far and wide to train including Sensei Gary Harford 8th Dan and Sensei … Continue reading Special Dan training & grading, 6 October 2018





