The Spring Karate Course takes place at the Torbay Leisure Centre in Paignton, Devon. A five minute walk from the beach, this course provides opportunity for both Karate and leisure time with great opportunities such as a Kata Competition, a Social Evening, and many beautiful and exciting Devon sights.

This course has many different aspects from practical Instructor’s Qualification exams to a First Aid lecture led by Dr. Tim Baker. It is a flexible course which you can personalise to your needs, whether you need more family time or are working towards grading at the end of the week.

The full timetable and booking information can be found on www.trainwiththechampions.co.uk or via championscourses@gmail.com.

Please note that the Southern Region AGM will take place on Monday, 3rd April at 5pm at the Hyde Dendy.

Important information for those grading on Friday

To Register, please complete the following steps

1. Download Grading Form

Please follow the link below to download form here

Please complete and remember to attach a passport-sized photo to your form and bring the form with you to the grading.

Forms and licence book must be presented at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the grading.

Registration must be completed by Wednesday  5th April

2. Payment

Please pay the relevant grading fee to the following account :

Account Name – Karate Union of Great Britain
Account Number – 00254110
Sort Code – 30.15.52
Reference : surname & date of grading (ie. Jones7/4)

GRADING FEES :

1st Dan – £70, 2nd Dan – £80
Re-take (Kata or Kumite only): 1st Dan – £60, 2nd Dan – £65

The above fees include a KUGB Dan-grade certificate and registration for successful candidates. Certificates will be sent by post.

Those who fail a Dan-grading must wait a minimum of three months before a re-take, except when the Examiner specifically states otherwise. In such cases, the required period will be noted on the candidates grading form, and this must be retained by the candidate and produced at the re-take.

3. Email Organiser

Please email finance@kugb.org with the following information :

Name
Date of Birth
Club
Current Grade
Grade taking (ie. 1st Dan – Kata only)
KUGB Licence Number
Expiry Date

Please ensure your KUGB licence is up-to-date.