Today saw the latest kyu grading in the Bath-Bristol area followed by the annual children’s competition held in memory of Sensei Bill Winfield. The day was presided over by Sensei Bob Poynton, 8th Dan. There was a great turn out from all of the clubs in the area with 73 people training with Sensei Poynton and 52 people grading. There were also 22 children competing at Bills Day.

Congratulations to the following members of Bath Karate who successfully graded:

9^th Kyu: Islam Elbadawy

8^th Kyu: Momen Elbadalwy

7^th Kyu: Alex Martin, Adrien Espinasse

6^th Kyu: Nancy Richardson

5^th Kyu: Adam Mutlow, Sam Daly 5^th Kyu, Ben Hardy 5^th Kyu

3^rd Kyu: Jack Frith

2^nd Kyu: Paul Gamble

1^st Kyu, Adam Winchester

 

Bill’s Day Competition Results

Kumite 7^th Kyu and Below: 1^st Harry Lee; 2^nd Dylan Mateer

Kumite 6^th Kyu and Above: 1^ST Tyler Templer; 2^nd Allister Hanlon

Kata 7^th Kyu and Below: 1^st Dylan Mateer; 2^nd Quaid Bennett

Kata 6^th Kyu and Above: 1^st Archie Newbury; 2^nd Alistair Hanlon

Student of the day: Dylan Mateer

Thanks to everyone who trained, graded, competed, refereed and supported the event. Thanks also to Sensei Poynton for spending the day with us.