Congratulations to our students for their success at the recent kyu grading at the O2 Centre, Finchley Road. Despite the slightly unfortuitous date, everyone turned up on time and passed!
Prior to the grading, club members were inspired by a one hour special training session with Ohta Sensei, 6th Dan and Head of JKA England.
Sensei worked us hard through kihon (basic movements), kata (formal exercises) and kumite (sparring). Throughout, the focus on hip rotation, smooth footwork and correct form provided a challenge for Shiranamikai students and instructors alike!
It’s great to see club members making progress through the ranks and we look forward to seeing continued effort in the dojo.
Another great opportunity to train with Ohta Sensei is coming soon. It’s the Spring 2010 JKA England International karate course at the Guildford Spectrum, which will also feature visiting instructors Osaka Yoshiharu and Naka Tatsuya from JKA HQ in Tokyo and Mori Masataka from JKA New York. See our events page for further details.