This Friday (17th of May, 2024) Graveney Karate Kai will hold its first karate grading. Several hard working students will be testing for their first belt: White / Yellow. The grade is 10th Mon, the first rung on the ladder to the coveted black belt and beyond. がんばって "good luck. Pronounced GANBATATE!"
Congratulations on your success! This goes out to the fantastic students whom all passed their grading to Yellow Belt in Summer of 2024. The list includes: Abdul Butt Adam Alnaggar Aldo Ampikaibalan Alfred King Harry Phan Harvey Shears JP Daquiz Nadia Kostikova Temiptope Rennaye Zakariyya Gray 成功おめでとうございます Seikō omedetōgozaimasu
Kan Zen Ryu was developed by the founder Shinan Farhad Varasteh to create a style with no limitations or weak points. The word KanZen is translated to mean ‘perfect method’. Unlike other styles, Kan Zen Ryu Karate goes into great detail, encompassing all the hand and sweeping techniques of the Koreans and Okinawans. Whilst unique in its teaching method, Kan Zen Ryu follows the traditional and universally accepted principles and philosophies of true karate. Kan Zen Ryu’s emphasis is on the practical aspects of karate, focusing on teaching a realistic approach to self-defence techniques. Kan Zen Ryu Karate is practiced by over 2 million people worldwide and can boast many State, National and World Champions. At Graveney Karate Kai, classes are taught by Mr Liam Wandi, an experienced martial artist with black belts in Karate, Judo and Gracie Jiu-jitsu. Classes will cover all aspects of self defence and traditional karate. These areas will include defence again...