A big congratulations to Evan Kimber who won this weeks flying kick competition.
Welcome to the Katana Jiu Jitsu official Blog. Leaders in Martial Arts Ultimate Self Defence. This blog aims to provide you with information on Katana Jiu Jitsu training, courses and events.
Friday, 31 March 2017
Thursday, 30 March 2017
Coaching Course
We are hoping to run our coaching course again this year qualifying our students to become club coaches. The course will be run by Hanshi Riley (how to run a session and how to teach on the mat), Dr Alex Surtees (running a club- health and safety, the human body and child protection) and a fully qualified paramedic with the West Yorkshire air ambulance (first aid). If you are interested in gaining your coaching qualifications please speak to Hanshi Riley to register interest.
Picture from our last junior coaching course
Monday, 27 March 2017
Junior Black Belts
After a fantastic Gradings on the 4th of March a new session was set up to push our young black belts to even greater success. Our black belts only session now runs from 6 - 6.45pm on a Friday at Castleton. The first few sessions have been fantastic with the students really embracing the techniques and the challenge.
Universtiy of Bradford gradings
A truly fantastic gradings at the University of Bradford today. All the students showed fantastic Technique and fully deserve their success. It has been a great year at the University club and the progress of all the students has been remarkable. We are all looking to continuing that journey next year.
We also welcomed the new team who will be running the University of Bradford club for the next year. We wish them all the best of luck and are sure they will do a fantastic job.
Friday, 24 March 2017
Friends Reunited
Hanshi Riley and Soke Mancini have been friends for over thirty years and this April they will be reunited in Italy at the Ju-Jitsu masterclass weekend.
For further information please see our events page, speak to Hanshi Riley or visit www.jjki.org.
For further information please see our events page, speak to Hanshi Riley or visit www.jjki.org.
Senior black belt gradings
A big congratulations to Sensei John Turner and Sensei Alex Surtees who
passed their 6th Dan and 4th Dan gradings. Both John and Alex have shown
a huge commitment to Katana over the years and we wish to congratulate
them on their achievement.
Tuesday, 29 November 2016
A huge congratulations for Hanshi Riley who is pleased to accept the invitation into the A.M.A as an Executive officer.
"I am looking forward to the future, for the AMA and Katana
working together and promoting good Technical Jiu Jitsu"
Hanshi Riley's daughter, Laura (3rd Dan Technical Officer for Katana)
congratulates her father on this achievement.
Tuesday, 23 August 2016
Monday, 18 April 2016
Thursday, 10 March 2016
Mark Lockett Promoted to 5th Dan
A truly awesome achievement as Mark Lockett was successfully promoted to
Senior Technical Officer 5th Dan: Godan : (第五段の五段)
Mark worked very hard to achieve this and its a true testament to his commitment for continuing his development within this loved Martial Art.
"Mark's technical ability is excellent and we look forward to his journey into the 6th Degree. Mark has shown true loyalty to our club and his promotion has also given him the title of Senior Technical Officer."
- Hanshi Riley
From all the team at Katana... a very well done Mark
Wednesday, 24 February 2016
Katana Wins Sports Jiu Jitsu Trophy
Our Sports Jiu Jitsu team went to Bradford to compete in a competition of which we brought home a large Trophy :)
Well done to everyone who participated
Tuesday, 26 January 2016
International course and Dinner Dance
Katana Jiu-Jitsu Club
is proud to present another International course.
To be held at Middleton Arena on Saturday 22nd Oct 2016
Seniors only £20
If you would like to attend, please call or email us asap to book your place.
07711 600949
katanajj@gmail.com
This years DINNER DANCE will be a James Bond themed event at the Royal Toby. 8pm :) Cost £40
07711 600949
katanajj@gmail.com
This years DINNER DANCE will be a James Bond themed event at the Royal Toby. 8pm :) Cost £40
Monday, 23 November 2015
Sunday, 22 November 2015
Saturday, 21 November 2015
Friday, 13 November 2015
Katana Assistant Coaching Course
Our Assistant Coaching Course was a huge success, and we would just like to thank everyone for taking part. Both our Juniors and Seniors had a great day and here is a quick photo of the day
Katana Senior Assistant Coaching Course
Katana Junior Assistant Coaching Course
Thursday, 30 July 2015
Our International Seminar, followed by A night at the Oscars
21st November 2015
11am - 2pm
21st November 2015
7pm - late
Our very own Night at the Oscars
Please book this event in advance as tickets are very limited
Contact Hanshi Riley 07711 600949
or email us at katanajj@gmail.com
Thursday, 4 June 2015
NEW VENUE
We are Proud to present our new venue opening Monday 8th June.
MONDAY
Oldham Academy North, Broadway, OL2 5BF
Juniors 17.30 - 18.30
Seniors 18.30 - 19.30
Feel free to come along and join us.
FIRST SESSION IS FREE
Sports Jiu Jitsu
We are proud to present the launch of
Katana Sports Jiu-Jitsu
We launch on Sunday 7th June at 4pm
Royton Scout Club
Seniors 4-5pm
Juniors 5-6pm
Friday, 20 March 2015
Bernard Bagshaw attains 6th Dan
An excellent achievement for Bernard who makes 6th degree. This is made even more impressive that Bernard is unable to hear or speak. A true inspiration.
Sunday, 1 February 2015
Saturday, 10 January 2015
International Seminar
Our International Seminar draws near
April 4th 2015
Juniors 9.30 am-10.45 am
Senior Black Belt Masterclass 11.00 am - 12 noon
Senior All Belts 12:15pm - 2.30pm
Middleton Arena
A Kickboard competition will also be held like last year and a trophy given to the winner
Here is last years winner, Joshua Bagshaw
Sunday, 7 December 2014
Saturday, 29 November 2014
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