We are delighted to announce an exciting new club opening in our school, St philips Catholic Primary School Karate Academy. The club will be from 3.00pm to 4.00pm every Wednesday - straight after school.
Well done to all 30 students who trained at the new academy demonstrating enthusiasm and plenty of energy. The class started with kicks and punches then on trying them out on the impact pads. The pads are proving to be a real favorite with the students.
The Academy will be run by Sensei Jason Smith 4th Dan. Jason has 25 years experience of both teaching and training Karate and has competed in both National and International competitions.
Jason is a qualified instructor with F.E.K.O. the UK's largest Karate Association which means that your child will be eligible for regular gradings. This is a fantastic opportunity for children to keep active and learn from one of the countries leading instructors in a safe, friendly and fun environment.
Jason first discovered Shukokai Karate in 1989 after watching a demonstration by then World Heavy Weight Champion Sensei George Mcnally 3rd Dan. The demonstration impressed Jason with the speed and power that was created with kicks and punches. Jason worked hard for the next few years and had great success competing at national competitions. He was rewarded with a place on the British Squad for the 1992 World Championships in Portugal. Jason was then awarded his Black Belt by Sensei Kimura at the World Championships after reaching the quarter final stage in the individual kumite and being part of the mens Gold medal squad. He then went on to represent Great Britain at the next World Championships in the U.S.A, again Jason reached the quarter final stage and received a Silver medal in the mens team event. Jason was awarded his 2nd Dan in 1995, 3rd Dan in 2001 and received the rank of 4th Dan in 2006. He has many years experience in developing students to reach their full potential. Jason is a full time professional Karate instructor who currentley is a Level 3 Personal Trainer and Advanced Fitness Instructor. Registered with R.E.P's. (Register of Exercise Professionals)