GKR Karate International World Cup 10

28/06/2019 until 30/06/2019 All Ages All Grades

Marshall Arena - United Kingdom

2019 saw the 10^th GKR World Cup come back to the UK and this time it was hosted at the Marshall Arena at Milton Keynes…..

With scorching weather and such a great venue over 750 competitors were ready to ROCK THE WORLD with their karate skills….

Friday evening saw the event kick off with team events which were massively contested. Many teams from around the GKR world competing against one another at the clubs biggest event…

Saturday morning we had by far most people favourite part…..the competitor march in. Each country’s representatives charged into the arena to banging dance music and everyone chanting songs indicative of their nation. Flags flying and feet stomping, it really was a display of awesome the ‘team effect’ that we have within GKR Karate….

One of the most exciting things to happen was the unveiling of our new club badge. It was safe to say that the new design was hailed as a hugely popular one and it’s launch was a massive success…

The rest of Saturday saw our kyu grade division competing for medals. Starting with the younger superstars and going through to our more mature competitors….

Sunday was BLACK BELT DAY!!! Firstly our Junior and Senior Open competitors started the day with their qualifying events. Following this was our veteran black belt events, contested over 6 rings showing that even our older students can raise the roof!!!

Lastly we had our Junior and Senior Open Finals….and lights came down and all eyes were on the 2 rings hosting these events. The atmosphere was electric and all who were there witnessed some epic karate diplays….

Many thanks go out to our officials who did a brilliant job to help the whole weekend run as smoothly as it did.

Also thank you to Shihan Anthony, Shihan Gavin and Kancho Sullivan for making the trip to spend the weekend with us all.

Sensei Karl Hughes

Assistant Tournament Director

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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.

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GKR Karate International World Cup 10

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