Red Sun Karate News
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Commonwealth Karate Championships
7-11/09/2022
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Durham North East Open
21/08/2022
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Kyu Grading
14/08/2022
Samuel Jennings - 10th Kyu
Hayley Kennedy - 9th Kyu
Katie Jennings - 9th Kyu
Harry Barrow - 9th Kyu
Lilly-May Bentham - 8th Kyu
Grace Shaftoe - 8th Kyu
Samuel Dyson - 8th Kyu
Alex Hill - 8th Kyu
Kai Marlow - 8th Kyu
Noor Khunda - 7th Kyu
Abi Hill - 7th Kyu
Bailey Munt - 7th Kyu
Matthew Hartley - 6th Kyu
Wendy Hartley - 6th Kyu
Meghan Hartley- 6th Kyu
Amy Wyche - 6th Kyu
Rachel Wyche - 6th Kyu
Thomas Hornby - 5th Kyu
Aiman Khunda - 4th Kyu
Eowyn Gore - 4th Kyu
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Kyu Grading
08/08/2022
Charlie Reid - White/Orange
Elliott Pilgrim - White/Orange
Samuel Clarkson - White/Orange
Wiktoria Adamczyk- White/Red
Millie Downs - White/Red
Octavia-Rose Munt - Orange
Bobbi Sharples - White/Orange
Harrison Adshead - White/Orange
Lilah Robinson - White/Red
Elijah Latham - White/Red
Flynn Shuttleworth - White/Red
And congratulations to Cameron Littler (8th Kyu) and Jonathon Rodman (9th Kyu) who passed their Gradings.
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Kyu Grading
13/07/2022
Sheena Porter - 1st Kyu
Natasha Worthington - 2nd Kyu
Ellis Fahey - 2nd Kyu
Kyle Gore - 3rd Kyu

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Kyu Grading
23/04/2022
Harry Barrow
Katie Jennings
Flynn Shuttleworth
Harvey Mason
Wiktoria Adamczyk
Millie Downs
Octavia-Rose Munt
Santina Carcione
Congratulations to everyone who graded at Red Sun this afternoon:-
*White - Orange 9th Kyu*
Alex Hill
Kai Marlow
Grace Shaftoe
Ruby Fisher
Lilly-May Bentham
Lexi Murray
Matthew Dudley
Cameron Littler
Sarah Fahey
Samuel Dyson
*Orange 9th Kyu - Red 8th Kyu*
Marcus Unwin
J-Jay Rocket
Noor Khunda
Oliver Tickle
Bailey Munt
Abi Hill
*Red 8th Kyu - Yellow 7th Kyu*
Rachel Wyche
Amy Wyche
Victoria Turner
*Yellow 7th Kyu - Green 6th Kyu*
Aiman Khunda
*6th Kyu Green - 5th Kyu Purple*
Dylan Hunt
Eowyn Gore
*5th Kyu Purple - 4th Kyu* Purple/White
Lyndsey Clayton
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Congratulations
Sensei Lisa Foley
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Kyu Grading
20/01/2021

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Dan Grading
19/12/2021
Owen Hamilton
Harry Fahey
Connor Fahey
Bonne Holland

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New Brown Belts
19/12/2021
Congratulations to our new Brown Belts:-
3rd Kyu’s
Ellis Fahey
Natasha Wortthington
2nd Kyu’s
Aimee Lakin
Sheena Porter
Alex Turner
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Kyu Grading
19/12/2021
Congratulations to our new 10th Kyu’s:-
Jonathan Rodman
Lilah Robinson
Jenson Robinson
Elijah Latham
Dolly Bamber
Blake Sullivan
Octavia-Rose Munt
Congratulations to the following students:-
9th Kyu’s
Abi Hill
Marcus Unwin
Noor Khunda
Bailey Munt
Elliot Turner
Oliver Tickle
8th Kyu’s
Archie Buckle
Aiman Khunda
Victoria Turner
Amy Wyche
Rachel Wyche
7th Kyu’s
Matthew Hartley
Meghan Hartley
Wendy Hartley
6th Kyu
Kyle Morrell
Liam Morrell
Mark Hartley
Eowyn Gore
Dylan Hunt
Thomas Hornby
5th Kyu
Lyndsey Clayton
4th Kyu
Kyle Gore
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Presentation Night
17/12/2021
What a fantastic night at the Red Sun Shotokan Karate Presentation Evening.
Sensei Peter Lee Bibby - For the 25th Year anniversary of taking over Red Sun Shotokan Karate, Sesnei was awarded a Nufadakake
Long Service Award:
Sensei Gemma Holland - 15 Years
Junior Instructor Awards:
Sensei Rebecca Worthington, 2nd Dan
Sensei Harry Hodgkinson, 2nd Dan
Senior Instructor Awards:
Sensei Lisa Foley, 3rd Dan
Sensei Natalie Hamilton, 3rd Dan
Sensei Gemma Holland, 3rd Dan
Dan Grade Presentation:
Sensei Harry Hodgkinson, 2nd Dan
Best Newcomer:
Vicky Turner
Most Improved:
Sheena Porter
Handyside Award:
Eowyn Gore
Best Attendance:
Natasha Worthington

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EKF Kumite Judge Exam
04/12/2021

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The EKF AGM
28/11/2021
The EKF AGM was held Sunday 28th November, with 47 Associations represented, along with a number of none voting 'club members'.
The meeting was opened by the EKF President, Steve Coupland who went over the points in the President report. Members were encouraged to raise questions, and make points as the President went through each section of the report. The Board were intent to ensure all voices were heard, and all questions answered.
There then followed an inspection of the accounts, again allowing members to scrutinise and raise points as they wished.
Following this, were the formalities of the Board elections. Each member association was called, as is the norm, to enter their ballot paper. The counting of votes was conducted openly for everyone to observe with the following candidates elected
Vice President : Mr Mike DAVIES
Board Directors:
Mr Ivor THOMAS
Mr Sonny ROBERTS
Mr Andrew SLADE
Mr Peter BIBBY
Mr Winston WILLIAMS
Mr Ben CAMPBELL
Ms Isla HALL
Before closing the AGM, the President focused members thoughts on those Karate Sensei that had sadly passed away since our last meeting.
The names of the notable Sensei's were read out, followed by a minute's applause to recognised the achievements and contribution of those we have lost..... Michael Randall Sensei, Steve Arneil Sensei, Harada Sensei, Peter Spanton Sensei, Terry Robbins Sensei, Harold Stephenson Sensei, Bob Poynton Sensei, Eddie Daniels Sensei.
In closing the Board of the EKF would like to express sincere thanks to outgoing Vice President Mr Paul Campbell, and Director Ms Patience Kakitie. We thank both for their work and contribution to the growth and development of the EKF, and wish them all the very best for the future.
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Cumbrian Open
12/09/2021

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COVID Update
25/08/2021
As Covid restrictions have now eased and limits on class sizes have been removed, our Association Yanagi Kai have made the decision to remove the requirement to Pre-Book sessions.
So, commencing on Monday 23rd August, students can just turn up to sessions without the need to pre-book. However, sessions still need to be Pre-paid by Bank Transfer before the session if you're on Pay-As-You-Train.
Also, Higher Grade Students are welcome to attend the 6:30pm sessions on Monday's & Thursday's for extra training. However, please be aware that the content during these sessions will be basic and these sessions do not count towards your grading target. Only Higher Grade/Senior Grade Sessions count towards your Grading.
Here is a list of the full sessions available and who they are available to:-
Monday's & Thursday's 6:30pm-7:30pm - All Grades Welcome
Monday's & Thursday's 7:30pm-8:30pm - 4th Kyu & Above Only
Wednesday's 8pm-9pm - Senior Grades Only

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Kyu Grading
19/08/2021
Congratulations to everyone who graded:-
Elliott Turner - 10th Kyu
Oliver Tickle - 10th Kyu
Bailey Munt - 10th Kyu
Amy Wyche - 9th Kyu
Rachel Wyche - 9th Kyu
Victoria Turner - 9th Kyu
William White - 8th Kyu
Lennon Roddy-Firth - 8th Kyu
Mark Hartley - 7th Kyu
Eowyn Gore - 7th Kyu
Liam Morrell - 7th Kyu
Kyle Morrell - 7th Kyu
Kyle Gore - 5th Kyu

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Dan Grading
06/06/2021
Well I have to say what a fantastic day for Red Sun Shotokan Karate with two successful gradings. After a very tough 12-15 months it finally looks like the club is getting back on its feet. This is purely down to the resilience of the members and the dedication of the instructors that have helped me through the pandemic.
Congratulations to Melanie Lamb who has today become our newest Dan Grade after passing Shodan.
Also to the following students who successfully graded this afternoon in a hot and sweaty Dojo:-
Matt Hornby - 4th Kyu
Rachel Hornby - 4th Kyu
Natasha Worthington - 4th Kyu
Thomas Hornby - 7th Kyu
Auryn Haynes - 8th Kyu
Well done to the four guys who took pre-gradings today. A good run out and some valuable feedback for the future big day.
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Dan Grading
20/12/2020
On Sunday 20th December, 2020 a selection of students undertook Kyu Grade Examinations in an attempt to gain their next grade. After some great performances, the following students gained new Kyu Grades:-
Lucia Larner - 10th Kyu
Mark Hartley - 9th Kyu
Wendy Hartley - 9th Kyu
Matthew Hartley - 9th Kyu
Meghan Hartley - 9th Kyu
Lennon Roddy-Firth - 9th Kyu
Auryn Haynes - 9th Kyu
Seren Haynes - 8th Kyu
Jack Buono - 7th Kyu
Examiners:-
Natalie Hamilton, 3rd Dan
Lisa Foley, 3rd Dan
Assistant Examiners:-
Serap Kilic-Turner, 3rd Dan
Rebecca Worthington, 2nd Dan
Later the same day, we held a Pre-Dan course and Dan Grade Examination were students either take a Pre-Dan Assessment for future Dan Grading or take Dan Grade Examination. After completing a successful course and examination, the following student passed their Dan Grade Examination:-
Harry Hodgkinson - 2nd Dan
Examiners:-
Ian Swain, 7th Dan (Association Chief Instructor)
Peter Bibby, 6th Dan (Club Chief Instructor)
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Dan Grading
Thursday 19th March, 2020
On Thursday 19th March, 2020 two of our senior students from the Red Sun Dojo in Coppull took Dan Grade Examinations under the watchful eye of Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby, 6th Dan. After a challenging examination, Gary Lloyd passed Nidan and Serap Kilic-Turner passed Sandan. A very well done to both of you.

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Dan Grading
16/12/2019
On Monday 16th December, 2019 three students from the Red Sun Dojo in Coppull took Dan Grading Examinations under the watchful eye of Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby, 6th Dan and guest examiner Chris Ratcliffe, 6th Dan. After a very tough and grueling examination, Joe Harte passed Shodan, Rebecca Worthington passed Nidan and 19 years after her last examination, Lisa Foley passed Sandan. A very well done to you all.
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World Karate Federation Junior, Cadet & U21 World Championships
16th-27th October, 2019 - Santiago De Chile
At the recent WKF World Junior, Cadet & U21 Championships in Santiago De Chile, Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby (pictured here with EKF Chief Referee Dale Gamble & EKF Assistant Chief Referee Tony Dent) was awarded World Kumite Referee 'A'. The 9 days 0f assessments and examinations proved to be very challenging as they were marred with violent protests in Chile over the rise in cost of public transport. Peter was one of two English Officials who successfully gained new qualifications despite very challenging circumstances.

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english KARATE FEDERATION national CHAMPIONSHIPS
13th & 14th July, 2019 - Sheffield
At the recent EKF National Championships at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre in Sheffield, Yanagi Kai took a young enthusiastic squad hoping to top the medal table for the first time. Two Red Sun members were lucky enough to gain selection and repaid the faith from Sensei's Ian Swain & Mark Holding by adding to the medal tally. Lili-Grayce Bibby came away with two fantastic Gold's after dominating in the Individual Kumite and helping the Team to well fought Gold which pleased team coach Lauren Tutty. Joe Harte also added a Bronze for some great efforts fighting for the team. It was also a special day for the Bibby family with Dad & Sensei Peter Bibby running the tournament as Chief Referee.
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Dan Grading
Thursday 20th December, 2018
On Thursday 20th December, three students from the Red Sun Dojo in Coppull took Dan Grade Examinations under the watchful eye of Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby, 6th Dan. After a very tough and gruelling examination, Harry Hodgkinson and Isaac Whittle-Hooper passed Shodan whilst a very emotional Natalie Seed passed Sandan.
A very well done to you all.

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Dan Grading
20.12.2018
Congratulations to all our students who passed grading. Well done!
Milan Marta - 3rd Kyu, Owen Hamilton - 5th Kyu, Bonne Holland - 6th Kyu, Lilly Hodgkinson - 6th Kyu, Liam Fish - 8th Kyu, Alex Turner - 8th Kyu, Matt Hornby - 10th Kyu, Rachel Hornby - 10th Kyu, Cara Hudson - 10th Kyu, Samuel Burns - 10th Kyu, Summer Jones - 10th Kyu, Maebh Harling - 10th Kyu and Beth Evenden - 10th Kyu
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WORLD KARATE FEDERATION, Senior world championships
madrid 30/10/18 - 09/11/18
At the recent WKF World Senior Championships in Madrid, Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby (pictured here with European Karate Federation Referee Commission Chairman Alois Weissbock) was awarded World Kumite Referee 'B' after 11 days 0f assessments and examinations. Peter was one of three English Officials who successfully gained new qualifications.

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WORLD KARATE FEDERATION
K1 PREMIER LEAGUE - DUBAI 14-18/02/18
At the recent WKF K1 Premier League in Dubai, Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby was awarded his World Kata Judge 'B' after four days of assessments. This makes Peter one of only five English Officials to hold both a Kumite and Kata qualification at WKF level.
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Dan Grading
01/02/2018
On Thursday 1st February, four students from the Red Sun Dojo in Coppull took Dan Grade Examinations under the watchful eye of Red Sun Chief Instructor Peter Bibby, 6th Dan and visiting SKO Chief Instructor P.A.J. Handyside, 9th Dan. After a very tough and gruelling examination, Dwayne Leach, Gary Lloyd and Jaxon Worrell passed Shodan whilst a very exhausted Gemma Holland passed Sandan despite being three months pregnant. A very well done to you all.

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ENGLISH KARATE FEDERATION
LEICESTER SATURDAY 13TH JANUARY, 2018
KYU GRADE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
On Saturday 17th January, 2018 two students from Red Sun travelled with the Yanagi Kai Squad to the E.K.F. National Kyu Grade & Junior Dan Grade Championships in Leicester. After some fantastic performances battling through five rounds, Joe Harte became the first student from the Coppull Dojo to become the EKF National Kumite Champion . Isaac Whittle-Hooper also competed in the Kata and Kumite but was unlucky not to progress through the first rounds due to very large entries and a very high standard but gained some valuable experience.