Congratulations to Laurence Wilson from Sawbridgeworth dojo on successfully passing his 3rd Dan grading on 28th October 2023! Laurence had obviously done a huge amount of preparation in advance of his 5 hour grading and SHOTO are delighted to award him with his grade. The grading panel consisted of: Sensei Tony Kilcullen (8th Dan), Sensei […]
28th October 2023 – Laurence Wilson promoted to 3rd Dan Read More »
Shoto is happy to announce the successful gradings to 1st Kyu for Chris Curtis, Rhiannon Matthews and Graham Zabel
October 2023 – 1st Kyu gradings – Chris Curtis, Rhiannon Matthews & Graham Zabel Read More »
On 16th September Shoto held its annual awards ceremony and dinner. It was a fabulous night shared between not only those who train in karate but also friends and family. It was great to see each other for a social event, as well as to award an impressive 13 dan grade certificates, including: Marie Fortune
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Congratulations to Sam Kouzarides from Kingsbridge dojo on successfully passing his third Dan grading on 4th February 2023. Sam travelled from South Devon to Hertfordshire in order to try for his grading, and SHOTO are delighted to award this very challenging and technical grade to such a worthy student.
4th February 2023 – Sam Kouzarides promoted to 3rd Dan Read More »
It gives me great pleasure to announce that Paul Wilson has been awarded his Rokudan (6th Dan) by for services to SHOTO. Paul runs the Sawbridgeworth club and has trained many students to success, though careful attention to technical detail and fostering a pragmatic and collaborative environment with the club. A regular contributor on SHOTO
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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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