Stepping onto a competition mat in another country is a feeling like no other – a mix of excitement, nerves, and pride that stays with
For many karate students, sparring – or kumite – is both exciting and nerve-wracking. Facing a partner for the first time, reacting in real time,
Tokyo, Japan – August 2025 – Members of Simon Coope Karate School proudly represented England at the Japanese Wadokai National Championships, held at the world-famous
When you walk into the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo, there’s an energy that’s hard to describe – a mix of focus, respect, and quiet determination
When most people think about karate, they picture focus, discipline, and self-defence – but one of the most powerful parts of training is the community
Grading is one of the most exciting parts of your karate journey – a chance to demonstrate how far you’ve come and take the next
