Testimonials from some of the Student's and Parent's of Kent Karate

I joined Kent Karate in July 2006 when I was aged 8 years old. I went to my first class with my friend from primary school. Immediately I knew that karate was the sport for me and I soon started dreaming of becoming a Black Belt! I knew that I had to be dedicated to Karate to do well and needed to work hard in all of my lessons and not give up if I wanted to become a Black Belt. By doing this, it resulted in me doing well in all of my grading's and swiftly moving through all of mybelts.

Finally, my dream came true in October 2010when I achieved my black belt grading by performing my kata and techniques infront of one of the World Chief Instructors, Shihan Daniels. Achieving my black belt made me the first student to go from white belt to black belt in the Kingswood Karate Club. My success was reflected by the superb coaching that I have continuously received over the years from my amazing instructors.

I have enjoyed taking part in many competitions and karate courses that have always left me feeling very proud when I have done well. Without a doubt, my greatest achievement was in July 2011 when I won the title of KSI European Champion for Boys heavy weight Kumite. I was so pleased to achieve this and believe it would not have been possible without all the help of my instructors and team mates.

Karate is a great sport. It keeps you very fit and helps with self-defense. It also teaches you about commitment and giving respect to others. Very importantly, it builds confidence in yourself.

My dream now is to win the World Championships in Atlantic City for Kumite and Kata. I would also like to carry on going up through the Dan grades until maybe one day I will be able to become anInstructor myself.

Jack - Kent Karate Student

My experiences at karate have been great, training, friends competition and fitness. It's not just about the competitions but it's all the good training sessions we have and as a team we have developed such a bond over the years. Going to the European Championships was so nerve racking but it was also an exciting experience with friends and family there to support me. We go to many competitions but I love the SKF National Championships the most as it is always a great day with the whole Kent karate team there to support and cheer each other on.

Elle - Kent Karate Student

I have been training at Kent Karate for about 18 months now and in that time I feel I have made some truly good friends. It has also helped me to lose over 2 stone and get back down to my target weight whilst doing something that is really good fun. Everyone at Kent Karate is so friendly they really do make you feel welcome and part of the team straight from the outset.

Jamie - Kent Karate Student

Kent Karate is the best thing that happened to me and my children since we moved to Kent. I've met two fantastic trainers, lots of lovely kids and their wonderful parents. I am so proud of my children and what they have acheived so far in Karate, none of it would have been possible without hard work, the best training and lots of support. On a personal level, Sensei Chris and Sensei Katie turned me from the girl who never enjoyed PE at school, the mum spying through the window at her children training, into a karate student myself! Having them and my children as the best role models I started to believe that - a black belt is a white belt who has never given up, I will never give up.

Simona - Kent Karate Student and Parent

Kent Karate is unique. At every training session we learn new things, no matter what level we are. this is mostly because Sensei Chris and Sensei Katie are amazing Instructors, they show each of us how to do it correctly and help us to improve all the time. Kent Karate is as strong as it is because of the people. At training I feel like I am part of one big family, a huge group of people trying to achieve the same thing. If I have a problem I know that my Instructors will always be there for me and try and help me. I train with Kent Karate along with my mum and little brother and that will never change. I want to be just as good as my Instructors and hope to one day teach others like they have taught me.

Christine - Kent Karate Student

I like training with Kent Karate because my Instructors are teaching me how to defend myself. I am much fitter, stronger and energetic because of my training. I like to meet my friends at every class and have fun training with them. I love karate training as I can train with my family too.

Lawrence - Kent Karate Student

I remember looking at an ever bulging waistline and thinking I have to do something and decided on a radical change of lifestyle. I knew that there was a local karate club in Kingswood and after much trepidation plucked up the courage to enter the Dojo. I feel it was definitely the right choice despite the inevitable aches and pains that followed. I am far fitter now in my 40's than in my 20's and I have learned a considerable amount over the past few years with far much more to discover. Kent Karate is such a friendly club with excellent experienced instructors who have great depths of knowledge. I am expected to work hard, but I do see and feel the benefits. I have also had the opportunity to participate in competitions, courses and several gradings. I've made some great friends and we always help each other out when we train, we are one big team working for the same goals. 

Gary - Kent Karate Student