It is with pleasure that we announce the promotion of Sensei Mike Trogal, Senior Instructor of the Winchmore Hill Club, to the grade of Godan. We thank him for his contribution to and support of SHOTO.
Congratulations to Sensei Mike Trogal who has been awarded 5th Dan Read More »
It is with pleasure that we announce the promotion of Sensei Chris Martin, Senior Instructor of the Kingsbridge Club, Devon to the grade of Shichidan. We thank him for his contribution to and support of SHOTO.
Congratulations to Sensei Chris Martin who has been awarded 7th Dan Read More »
It is with great sadness that we report that passed away peacefully on 10 June 2020. He was one of Hanshi Kanazawa’s “Seven Samurai”, training with him almost daily in the 1960s, and was awarded an MBE in 2003 for his Services To Karate by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. You can read more about
Tributes To Mick Randall MBE 10th Dan (1944-2020) Read More »
In recognition of 40 years dedicated training each for both Sensei Anthony Kilcullen 7th Dan and Sensei Roy Banton 7th Dan, SHOTO held a one off training event.
2017 Special Training Event – Friday 14th July Read More »
Congratulations to Roy Gerondaes in attaining 7th Dan, pictured with at a celebratory meal. Roy started training with Hanshi Randall 39 years ago at the Islington School of Karate (also known as Sobell Club) and continues to train regularly and teach at the North London Club.
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In recognition of 40 years dedicated training each for both Sensei Anthony Kilcullen 7th Dan and Sensei Roy Banton 7th Dan, SHOTO is pleased to announce a one off training event. This event is for adults only and counts as two lessons towards your next kyu grading. EVENT DETAILS Date: Friday 14 July 2017Time: 19.00
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Hanshi Mick Randall 9th Dan was honored for his long and exemplary services to Karate, by being presented with an MBE at the Queen’s Birthday Honors.
Hanshi Mick Randall 9th Dan Awarded MBE Read More »
