SENSEI
CHERIE FENLON
Regional Manager - Newcastle, NSW Australia
Having trained in the martial arts for over 33 years, Sensei Cherie has a wealth of knowledge and is an integral part of GKR Karate’s leadership team.
As a Regional Manager, Sensei Cherie works closely with Senior Instructor, Sensei Francis Fenlon and together they are responsible for overseeing the karate tuition for all GKR karate students and instructors across the Newcastle area in NSW.
This involves conducting monthly gradings and regular karate seminars for students, as well as ongoing specialised training for her large team of instructors.
Sensei Cherie is the Tournament Director for junior and adult tournaments which operate in her region and oversees the qualification process and ongoing training of all tournament Officials, Judges and Referees.
As a Level 5 IGKF Accredited Judge and Referee, Sensei Cherie travels both interstate and internationally to attend National and World Championship tournaments as a competitor, coach and referee.
GKR Qualifications
- 4th Degree Black Belt
- IGKF Certified Regional Manager
- IGKF Certified Senior Instructor
- Accredited First-Aid Trainer
- Accredited Trainer of IGKF Instructors
- Level 5 Accredited IGKF Tournament Judge and Referee
