Classes are now available to book for the months of March and April. Please note; some classes may be closed in April for the Easter holidays. We have an extremely busy month ahead with plenty to look forward to including a competition for the squad, a fundraising class for the Ukraine and a black belt grading. 

Joe Kellaway Sensei Course for Ukraine 

I am sure you are all aware of the utterly devastating position the people of Ukraine now find themselves in. So I am writing to you to share a message on behalf of Joe Kellaway Sensei (England's Top Ranked Kumite Fighter) who is kindly teaching an online course to raise funds for those who are desperately in need of help at this terrible time. We fully support Joe Sensei and would encourage anyone to take part or donate if you can.

The course will take place this Sunday 6th March from 11.30am-12.30pm on ZOOM.

Suggested donation is £10. 

Even if you cannot make it to the course, feel free to still donate what you can.  

Joe Kellaway Via Instagram:

"As we all know, it’s a terrible time for the people of Ukraine and it’s even more sad that we all know fighters that have stopped their training & competition to fight for their county in this war.

After seeing @iamhoruna post, I had an idea to teach an online seminar to raise money to send to @aantonnikulin (Head coach of Ukraine). This will go towards the people & soldiers of Ukraine purchase supplies to keep their country going. Let’s give back and help the people we look up to @anzhelika_terliuga @iamhoruna @irinazaretska_ @rizvantalibov @cheb_lt @galinka_melnyk @anita_serogina

The seminar will £10 donation (you can chose to add more if you can spare)

I will be teaching the session this Sunday 6th March 11:30am-12:30pm uk time

I hope you can help support our friends in Ukraine.

You donate via PayPal: jrkellaway1@gmail.com"

Please message Joe Sensei on facebook (Joe Roy) to book on or contact Rachael Sensei @ info@redtigerkarateclub.co.uk and I will be able to give you the link for the course.

Squad in action this Sunday 

We would like to wish our 21 squad members the very best of luck this Sunday 6th March as they compete at the Sale Dojo Invitational Championship. This is our first competition as a full team since before COVID and we cannot wait. The squad have been working so hard and we look forward to a thoroughly enjoyable day. Keep your eye on social media this Sunday to see how we get on. Go Tigers!  

The competition is a local one at the George Carnell Hub in Trafford Park from 10am-4pm. All supporters would be welcome, it costs £5 to spectate and you can pay on the door. 

Assistant Instructors Combined on Monday 8th March 

It is combined class for all trainees age 16+, assistants and Instructors on Monday 8th March from 8-9pm at Thornleigh Salesian College, Sharples Park, Bolton. BL1 6PQ. This class is free of charge. 

Kyu Gradings start Monday 8th March onward

It's that time of year again where our Senior Instructors will be visiting classes and conducting Kyu gradings. We are very excited about visiting you and watching you show off your fantastic karate. 

There are plenty of Instructors who have already booked gradings in and you will receive an email if you/your child has been invited to grade. You will need to register in advance and pay online in order to take part in any gradings. We can then make sure that we have the correct belt colours and sizes for those expecting to grade. 

A full list of gradings that have been booked in so far can be found on the gradings page of the website, including the links you need to book: 

https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/events/grading

Dojo Etiquette and Grading Advice 

Remember you need a valid license to take part in the grading. If you are a new student and have not yet applied for a license you can order one here.....

https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/shop/p/rtk-1-year-license-new-members

If you are an existing student and have not renewed in the last 12 months please follow this link......

https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/shop/p/rtk-1-year-license-renewals

Students attempting the grade of 8th Kyu Red Belt or above will be expected to spar. You will need to wear the correct safety equipment to take part. At a minimum, you need mitts and pads. These have just come back in stock and can be ordered online by following the link below. Gum shields and groin guards are recommended but not compulsory. Orders can be delivered to your home for a small charge or collected from your class free of charge. 

https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/shop/kumite-sparring

We have recently written an article on behaviour and etiquette in class. It would be useful to read this and make sure that not only is your karate going to impress the examiners, but also your conduct in the dojo. Our Instructors will be going over etiquette in classes with the students but it will work even better if you can make sure this is reinforced by Mums and Dads at home. Here is a link to the article by Paul Wolstencroft Sensei:

https://www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk/latest-news/posts/2022/2/28/red-tiger-dojo-etiquette

Black Belt Course and Grading - Sunday 20th March 

We have one of our most important events of the year fast approaching - our Black Belt Grading. We will be assessing students and Instructors for their 1st or next Dan gradings on Sunday 20th March. There is a Course beforehand, open to all running from 11am-12.30pm. If you would like to come and train you are more than welcome to book on. The grading will immediately follow the course. Parents, classmates and all your supporters will be able to watch for the first time since Covid. The grading is scheduled to finish at 2pm. We hope your grading preparation is going well and we want to wish you all the best of luck. 

To book onto the Course please click here.....

https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=783A954D-E01F-45DD-BF3A-6237B07498B3&j=en-GB

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Extra Help for Gradings 

One to One Training 

We offer private training sessions for Individual students or small families. This is another great way to practise before grading. You can tell the Instructor exactly what you want to work on and they can help you improve your karate. These can take place in the dojo or online via ZOOM with the following Instructors: 

Paul Wolstencroft Sensei, Callum Miles Sensei, Debbie Carter Sensei and Rob Head Sensei 

Callum Sensei, Rob Sensei and Debbie Sensei all have availability in March and Paul Sensei has a little availability in April, but is fully booked this month. Please contact these Instructors direct if you would like to arrange a 1:1. 

Rob Head Sensei is now a qualified Personal Trainer and is looking for new clients. Even if you do not do karate Rob Sensei can help you meet your fitness, weight loss and wellness goals. Please contact him via email: rh85@.com or on messenger for more information and prices. 

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New Items to be added to the shop 

We are adding some new items to our Online Shop over the next few weeks including our new club hoody, 'adidas' karate bags and some brand new uniforms.

Thank you for reading and keep checking our website throughout the month for more blogs, competition and grading results. We will also try to keep you up to date via our Facebook group, Instagram and twitter pages. 

Happy Training :-) 

Oss! 

Sensei Rachael x