At Kaizen Martial Arts Academy, every month brings new energy, achievements, and exciting updates – April / May have truly set a high bar. From our incredible Dan Grading success to significant improvements around the dojo, we’re proud to share all the positive changes and milestones with our community.

Celebrating Our New Black Belts – Dan Grading Success

On 1st June, Kaizen witnessed a momentous occasion – our latest Dan Grading. Months of dedication, discipline, and relentless training culminated in a display of technique, spirit, and metal fortitude that made everyone proud. The grading was a resounding success, and we want to congratulate the following students, once again, who earnt their new Dan Grades:

• Amber Hardwick (Jnr. 1st Dan)
• Paige Hardwick (1st Dan)
• Jodie Warburton (2nd Dan)
• Claire Hardwick (2nd Dan)

Your hard work, perseverance, and respect for the art embody the Kaizen spirit.

Along with the owners Chris & Clare Glanville the additional panel members included:

• John Crossley (2nd Dan) – Kaizen
• Paul Bell (3rd Dan) – ASMAA
• Dave Turton (10th Dan) – ASMAA

Our 1st Self-Defence Grading

Many congratulation to those who graded in our 1st Self-Defence grading at Kaizen Martial Arts Academy. These gradings are not just about technique but also mental toughness, quick decision making, and staying calm under pressure. And all of the students delivered.

• Roy Moyo (6th Kyu)
• Emma Leech (5th Kyu)
• Michael Kowalczuk (5th Kyu)
• Lydia Grayson (5th Kyu)
• Rebecca Phoenix (4th Kyu)
• Mark Whittaker (4th Kyu)

Thank you to Paul Bell (3rd Dan) who took the time to come and lead the grading.

New Members – Welcome to the Kaizen Family

A big shout out and warm welcome to our newest members who have joined Kaizen the past couple of months. We’re thrilled to have you on the mats with us.

New Members:

• Ethan Burleigh (Self-Defence)
• Anthony Johnson (Karate)
• Elodie Pell (Karate)
• Kian Hoyte (Kung Fu)
• Evan Heaney (Self-Defence)
• Violet Atkins (Karate)
• Ashton Gosney (Karate)

More Than Just Mats

We’re always striving to improve not just our martial arts, but our facilities too. These past weeks, we’ve introduced some important upgrades to enhance your experience:

• CCTV Security System – to ensure added security
• POS Till System & Card Machine – making things easier for our members

These improvements reflect our commitment to creating a professional, efficient, and safe environment where members can focus solely on their training.

Partnering & Association

We have officially moved from FEKO & TradKA to ASMAA-SDF (All Styles Martial Arts Academy).

FEKO and TradKA have served us well as karate-focussed associations, and we wish them well in the future.

ASMAA-SDF specialises in supporting clubs with a wide range or martial arts disciplines. Their infrastructure, resources, and inclusive approach make them a perfect fit for our diverse and growing academy. We are confident this move will bring enhanced opportunities, recognition, and support for all our members and instructors alike.

We’d like to thank Dave Turton (Head of ASMAA-SDF) and Paul Bell (Deputy Head of ASMAA-SDF) for their support during this transition.