The NIKW finished off its exciting league for 2022 on the 29th November.Over the year had 94 competitors, all gaining experience at their particular level, building skills and confidence.Sensei James Brunton, chief Kumite coach led the competitors as usual in a warm up, and the action got underway.Members competed well, with some securing a win …
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NIKW Junior League [28th June]
NIKW Junior leagueGirdwood Community Hub Tuesday 28th June 20227:00pm – 9:00pmUnder 16yrsKumite competitionBring protection equipment (Mitts & feet guards)Current League standings here
NIKW Junior league 3rd May 2022
The NIKW Junior league continued today, with more and more members getting vital competition experience.Sensei James Brunton, chief Kumite coach of the NI Karate Squad led under 16yr olds in a brief warm up session and then it was down to business. There was plenty of action on display for friends and parents who looked …
NIKW Junior League [3rd May]
NIKW Junior leagueGirdwood Community Hub Tuesday 3rd May 20227:00pm – 9:00pmUnder 16yrsKumite competitionBring protection equipment (Mitts & feet guards)Current League standings here
NIKW Junior league launches for 2022
The NIKW was excited to kick off another great opportunity for its young members to get great experience building their confidence & skill in Kumite bouts. Chief Instructor Sensei Brunton commented; “We are really pleased to launch a new year of the Junior League. Myself and head kumite coach James, have seen vast improvements in …
Junior League Nov 2021
The NIKW continued its junior league format, recently, with a meeting during November 2021.Members with recent experience plus new members joined in this time again, all gaining vital experience in kumite parring matches. Sensei James Brunton, chief kumite coach started off with some early tips to help players score those vital scores. Massive congratulations to …
Junior League 2021
The NIKW was thrilled to be able to return with our Junior League competition, exclusively for younger members of the association.Plenty of long standing members returned after the pause due to social restrictions, but it was especially great to see so many new competitors. Everyone was eager to use plenty of energy, passion and enthusiasm …
NIKW Junior league reaches half way
The latest league meeting of NIKW’s junior league was held recently on the 30th July 2019, at Wado-Kai HQ in centre of Belfast.Family and friends of young members cheered all members on, as they showed of their skills. Sensei James Brunton also acknowledged many strong performances, but highlighted the most improved fighter was from Maciek …