Shotokan Connect

Have you booked you place on our Performance and Referees & Judges Course? To book, or for more information information, please visit: s.scka.co.uk/EPECbf #karateperformance #karatereferee #shotokankarate #shotokanconnect

Learning to officiate competitions is a great way to enhance your karate journey, whether as a timekeeper, recorder, steward, judge or referee. Our Performance and Coaching Course is an ideal opportunity to start out as a competition official. s.scka.co.uk/EPECbf

Performance and Competition coaching sessions, led by Sensei Ian Willis and Sensei Ian Harman, will focus on developing Kumite and Kata skills, providing valuable pre- competition preparation ahead of the Shōtōkan Connect Championship. Book s.scka.co.uk/EPECbf

Did you know SC members can attend training and gradings at other clubs? It’s a great opportunity to train with a range of instructors and in a variety of settings. Shiseikan have an event coming up this weekend - why not attend if you’re in the area?

@SenshiKarate 10th Anniversary Course When: 18 Apr 2026 9:30 AM Where: SHOOTERS HILL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE | Red Lion Lane, London SE18 4LD More information can be found here: senshikarate.com/2026/03/26/10t… To book your spot please email sensei@senshikarate.com #karate #shotokan

...this is more obvious in the original and more complex kanji 禮. Essentially, it is showing respect, gratitude and etiquette, fundamental principles to our association and, of course, the broader Shotokan community. You can find out more about our values on our website.

The kanji in the Shotokan Connect logo says ‘rei’ - a word you will associate with bowing. But let’s dive in further. The symbol on the left depicts an alter overflowing with offerings. The symbol on the right is somebody kneeling...

Honourable mentions to Hugo Baker and Sensei Blyth Baker for getting on the mat and delivering outstanding performances. The team was ably supported by Senseis David Hurst and John Parnell.

A great turnout and brilliant results from Shotokan Connect members for "The Legend" Shotokan Shobu Ippon annual competition in Guildford run by SKDUN! #karate #karatecompetition

Children's Individual Kata U11 - 1st Bella Baker Boys Kumite 12-13yrs - Black and Brown belts Und. 5ft - 2nd Taylor Hurst Boys Kumite 12-13yrs - Black and Brown belts 5ft - 5'5'ft - 1st Leo Baker Individual 16 to 20 yrs - Over 2nd Dan Kata - 1st Hannah Parnell

Congratulations to Sam Hayden of Kyoshin Shotokan Karate Club on passing her Shodan on Saturday. Osu #grading #shodan #blackbelt

Thank you to everybody who came to our All Grades Course on Saturday at the University of Brighton. Thank you Senseis Sam Birch and Frank Jennings for enjoyable and insightful sessions.

@TheEKF have extended an invite to all Shotokan Connect members to attend the EKF Development Day on Sunday 22nd March 2026. englishkaratefederation.com

Pictured are some of the Shotokan Connect members who attended the special karate seminar held in honour of Sensei Robert Rhodes’ 80th birthday. He was joined by guest instructors Senseis Nick Heald and Matt Price. Thank you for a brilliant day and a very happy birthday.

Have you booked your place at the Shotokan Connect All Grades Course and Senior Dan Grading on Saturday 21st March? Train with Sensei Sam Birch and Sensei Frank Jennings, covering aspects of Kata, Bunkai and Bo. Book your place now: s.scka.co.uk/PsATgy

All Grades Course! Sensei Sam Birch teaches at Red Lion in Eastbourne and has a fearsome reputation in competition. Sensei Frank Jennings is the founder of Senshi in Greenwich and is also one of the judges you might see at our Championships. Book now s.scka.co.uk/PsATgy

Upcoming Event Announcement: All Grades Course and Senior Dan Grading. Saturday 21st March, 10am-5pm Sport And Health Complex, University of Brighton, Falmer. Led by Sensei Sam Birch and Sensei Frank Jennings, focusing on kata, bunkai, and bo. Book here s.scka.co.uk/PsATgy

Train with Sensei John Parnell (7th Dan) and Sensei Robin Dale (6th Dan) on Kumite tactics and Kata performance, while Sensei Frank Veselovsky (5th Dan) covers judging, refereeing, scoring, and timekeeping. Register: s.scka.co.uk/q2kCFG

Train with Sensei John Parnell (7th Dan) and Sensei Robin Dale (6th Dan) on Kumite tactics and Kata performance, while Sensei Frank Veselovsky (5th Dan) covers judging, refereeing, scoring, and timekeeping. Register: s.scka.co.uk/q2kCFG

Congratulations to our very own Scarlett McNally who has been recognised in the King’s New Years Honours list and been awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) for outstanding contribution to Medicine, Surgery and the NHS. shotokanconnect.com/news/scarlett-…