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UK International Open

38th UK International Open Karate Championships 1st April 2023

Well Done to the WBK Squad  who attended the UK International Karate Championships.
Be proud of yourselves for competing against some of the best karate-ka in the UK.
A lot of learning curves and aspects to work on in the dojo. 
Well done to all competitors:
Archie Davies – Boys 7 YRS & Under
Harris Lewis – Boys 8-9 YRS 5th Kyu & Above
Iestyn Harvey – Boys 10-11 YRS 5th Kyu & Above
Cassie Davies – Girls 12-13 YRS +47kg
Alex John – Boys 14-15 YRS -57kg
Ruby Davies – Junior Female U18 YRS +59kg

Medalists:
Daniel Morgan – Cadet Male U16 YRS -57kg – Bronze
Ollie Breeze – Cadet Male U16YRS -70kg – Bronze
Matthew Leavy – Cadet Male U16 YRS +70kg – Bronze
Jordan Hopkins – Senior Mens -75kg – Bronze

K.S.E Results

K.S.E Championships, Gloucester 05/02/23

Well done to all of our competitors who took part in the K.S.E Championships this past weekend. 
This event was a huge step up in regards to standards, and we are proud of everyone’s performances.

Keep up the hard work as we endeavour to move forwards to bigger and better things.

Medallists:  
Cassie Davies – Silver
Daniel Morgan – Silver
Ruby Davies – Bronze

WKL Results

Earlier today, the WBK had a small squad of fighters competing at the 2023 WKL Season opener held at Cwrt Herbert Sport Centre in Neath.
Well done to all who competed today. You all gained valuable experience which will only benefit you as you progress and develop.

RESULTS:
Ruby Davies – Under 18 female – GOLD
Cassie Davies – Under 12 girls (Advanced) – Gold
Archie Davies – Under 8 Boys – Silver
Harri Lewis – Under 12 boys (Advanced) – Silver
Richard Evans – Veteran Mens – Bronze

Many thanks to Ruby Davies and Morgan Phillips for assisting Jordan throughout the day.

The WBK Squad will be continuing to develop and expand throughout the year, and we will be posting info regarding further competitions. squad training etc as soon as they have been confirmed.
Please keep an eye on all our Assoc and Club Social media platforms for future updates.

Baglan Club – Kyu Grading

Kyu Grading – Baglan Karate Club 03/02/23

Last Friday saw some of our students complete their latest Kyu Grading. Despite some early signs of nerves, a good standard of karate was displayed across the 4 groups and we are pleased to announce that all successfully passed their gradings.
Congratulations to everyone on passing your grading, and many thanks for your hard work during the past few weeks.


Dec 2022 Dan Grading

Dan Grading – 12th December 2022

A huge congratulations to Tom Herbert on achieving his 1st Dan Black Belt this evening.
Since coming up short on his previous attempt in April, Tom has optimised what it is to be a Black Belt. He has trained non stop, never made excuses and has even started competing in Kumite. Tom attempted last time as a boy and has developed into an excellent young man.
CONGRATULATIONS
Dan Grade Examiners:  Paul Bridge 6th Dan, Jordan Hopkins 4th Dan & Morgan Phillips 3rd Dan
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WKL 6 Report

Well done to our competitors who represented the WBK at the WKL6 Finale Event, you did us coaches and the WBK proud after a long and frustrating day. Some superb performances today, showing everyone the quality we have. Looking forward to keep building our squad in 2023 and present you all with bigger opportunities
Results:
Leon Hanson – Silver
Cassie Davies – Gold
Daniel Morgan – Bronze
Ruby Davies – Silver
Morgan Phillips – Gold
Well done:
Under 8 Boys – Archie Davies, Noah Morgan, Royce James & Cai Jones
Under 10 Girls – Amahrae Evans & Olivia Jones
Under 10 Boys – Harri Lewis & Theo Coombs
Under 12 Boys – Riley Ayres
Under 14 Boys – Alex John – first competition
Under 16 Boys – Tom Herbert & Ethan Morgan – first competition
Under 18 Ladies – Faye Phillips
Senior Male Novice – Nicky Boyle – first competition

Champions of Champions:
Cassie Davies – 1st Under 12 Girls
Ruby Davies – 2nd Under 16 Girls
Morgan Phillips – 3rd Senior Males -75kg
A massive thank you to our coaches and the support of your families and friends, great to see so much support!
Future is looking bright!
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WKL5 Report

Well done to all WBK competitors today! At times a frustrating day but you all fought hard and did yourselves and us coaches proud!

Results:
Archie Davies – Silver
Amahrae Evans – Silver
Leon Hanson – Bronze
Cassie Davies – Gold
Ioan Button – Bronze
Ruby Davies – Silver & Bronze
Well done:
Cai Jones – first competition
Noah Morgan – first competition
Royce James – first competition
Olivia Jones – first competition
Riley Ayres – first competition
Samuel Waters – first competition
Harri Lewis – second competition
Keep up the great work everyone! A massive thank you to our coaches and for the support from our spectators today
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WKL 5 Comp 23/10/22

Competition Info 

WKL 5 – Penarth – Sunday 23rd October
Please confirm your participation with your club instructor or myself by Tuesday 18th October. I will be completing the entries on Wednesday 19th October.
Categories are available for both Kata & Kumite. Students will be entered in the most suitable category.
Please confirm the following information by the deadline: 

· Full Name (Forename & Surname)
· Age
· DoB
· Current Grade
· Weight (ONLY for Senior Male Categories) 

Payments:
Competitor Entry Fees = £15 – where possible please submit fees to Jordan prior to the competition.
Spectator Entry Fees = £5 – pay on the day. 

Students will need the following equipment (mitts and belts – we have plenty to share out for our new competitors, no need to purchase everything):
> WBK Licence (valid)
> Full Gi’s including your Obi (Belt) – Kata competitors
> Red & Blue/White Belts
> Red & Blue/White Mitts
> Gum Shields
> Shin and Foot Guards (Optional)
> Chest Guards (Optional)
> Head Guards (Optional)
> Groin Guard/Box – Seniors ONLY
If anyone has any questions, please discuss with your club instructors or myself.
Thanks,
Jordan

Margam/Cwmafan Grading

Margam & Cwmafan Club Gradings:

Well done to all the students from our Margam & Cwmafan Dojos who successfully passed their Kyu Gradings last week.
It shows that dedication and determination in your Karate lessons pays off, and your Grade examiners were pleased with the standard of Karate displayed during both gradings.

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Baglan Club Kyu Grading

Baglan Karate Club Kyu Grading :  05/08/2022

Congratulations to all the students who passed their Kyu Grades at the grading held in Baglan Karate Club.
A very good standard of Karate was displayed across all grading groups, which reflects on the hard work put in by everyone during the past couple of months.
The Club Intructors would like to thank the parents / spectators for your continued support and assistance,

 

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