
Link to official BKK Newsletter, containing details of upcoming events:
http://www.bkk-uk.com/Newsletter.asp
BKK Diary Dates 2009
6th June - Knockdown Referee's Course - Milton Keynes
13th June – Regional Knockdown Tournament – Milton Keynes
27th June - Junior & Cadet Squad - Westcroft Dojo
28th June - Kata Course - Crawley Dojo
19th July - GB Kata Squad - Loughborough
19th – 23rd August – Summer Camp – Felsted, Essex
20th August - National Black belt Grading – Felsted, Essex
11th October - Knockdown Referee's Course - TBC
17th October - National Knockdown Tournament at K2
23rd to 26th October – Severn Challenge
7th November - First Aid Course - Crawley Dojo
15th November - National Black belt Grading – Crawley Dojo
15th November - England Senior Clicker Squad - Chelmsford Dojo
22nd November - National Kata Course - Loughborough
28th November – National Clicker Tournament - Rivermead Leisure Centre
Beginners are advised to train in loose clothing (track suit, shorts and t-shirt).
However, before beginners attempt their first grading, you will be required to purchase a Gi (karate uniform). And eventually other protective equipment, including shin instep guards and hand mitts. It is advisable for senior students to purchase groin and chest protection.
*note, all equipment is available through clubs so don't worry about trying to find it!*
Hastings & Bexhill
Beginners are welcome throughout the year. Contact our secretary Karel Pitt on 01424 842346
Westhill
Beginners course limited places for juniors. Open number of places available to students 16 and above. All skills and abilities are welcome. Starting January 2009. No obligation to join. Free gi on purchase of membership. Please call our secretary Leeann on 07891843102
Held once annually look out for advertisements, or get in touch and we shall keep you informed.
Eastbourne
We are currently welcoming beginners. Contact our secretary Martyn May on 07871276062 for any enquiries or just turn up.
We look forward to your arrival!
The next gradings for Hastings & Bexhill dojo will be in December. Dates will be announced in due course.
If you cannot attend a grading at your dojo for any reason, contact your Sensei, who may give you permission to grade at another club according to their own discretion.
Congratulations to all who passed our September grading!
Knockdown Highlights! Including 2008 British Open Trailer.
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Hth5GDk5_js
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3PHA_OuSqA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0y-cKn0DWKI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJp2K_JcO68
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sESSaO84R_E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6X3nYEVGTA