SENSEI BOB MCCRACKEN

SENSEI

BOB MCCRACKEN

National Director - United Kingdom

Sensei Bob McCracken is the United Kingdom National Director for GKR Karate. Bob has been a member of GKR since 1995 and currently holds the rank of 5th Dan Black belt.

Bob began his training in Western Sydney and held the position of Regional Manager/Senior Instructor in Melbourne, Victoria and later, Perth, Western Australia. In 2001, he was appointed the role of Zone Director and moved to the UK where he provided training and support of 11 Senior Instructors/Regional Managers, over 400 Branch Instructors and 6000 students throughout the central regions of the UK.

In 2015 he was promoted to UK National Director and now oversees over 30 regions all over the United Kingdom, comprising of hundreds of Instructors and thousands of students.

Bob has had extensive experience as a tournament coach both in Perth (WA) and in the UK, having trained up a number of students who have gone on to win World Titles.

Bob is based in Stoke on Trent.

Bob can be contacted at bmcracken@gkrkarate.com or via the form below

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GKR Karate training locations in :

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Why GKR Karate?

GKR creates the right environment for our members to train in. Although we promote self defence and fitness, our style also fosters positive values, confidence, discipline, focus and well being. GKR teaches you not only how to punch and kick, it teaches you to be a better person.

We encourage students of all ages, from all walks of life to join our club and be part of the supportive ‘family’ that is GKR Karate.

Self Defence

Synonymous with martial arts, self defence and inner self confidence are one of the key takeaways from regular training. From the age of 5 GKR teaches basic self defence and extraction moves, continuing right through to our senior grades.
Weight Loss

Karate is a great way to lose or maintain a healthy weight, with most classes consisting of aerobic, stretching and toning activities. For those who may not have exercised in some time, GKR provides a supportive environment where students can train at their own pace and physical ability. Our classes are a mixture of men, women and children of all ages.
Focus

Many parents are keen to see their children develop greater focus and discipline through their martial arts training, and GKR’s classes provide the perfect environment. Instructors teach in a respectful and supportive atmosphere through karate inspired games, activities and drills.

Family

GKR promotes a family environment, encouraging kids, parents and relatives to all train in the same class. Staying a few karate grades behind your children, will encourage them to continue a regular training program.
Respect

As a traditional Japanese martial arts, karate promotes respect to our instructors, our club, each other and most importantly ourselves. This is a key part of your learnings as a student of GKR karate.
Friendships

Although karate is considered a solo sport, it is still the foundation for many life long friendships. Classes include games and partner work where children and adults alike take the opportunity to learn about and bond with their fellow class mates.

About GKR

GKR Qualifications

GKR Karate training locations in :

To contact SENSEI BOB MCCRACKEN, please fill out the form below or call:

Why GKR Karate?