HDKI GB Squad Page

21/06/2026

Congratulations to HDKI - GB squad members Natalie and Amelia, who competed at the British Open in London today. 🥋

Both delivered strong kata performances and secured medals in their respective categories:
🥈 Natalie – Silver
🥉 Amelia – Bronze

It was also great to see Hazel and Laurel from Sonchō Karate Club testing their kata they have been working on. Laurel’s efforts were rewarded with a well-deserved 🥉 bronze medal.

Well done to all four competitors for stepping onto the tatami and putting themselves to the test.

Fantastic to see Ray Sensei support the event as a referee doing a brilliant job 👊

14/06/2026

Well done to everyone who trained in Cheltenham today.

Loads of effort and enthusiasm as we focused on explosive starts using tubes, sharp ex*****on, efficient turns, and clean finishes. Various kumite drills focused on clean attacks, accuracy, reaction speed, and tactical awareness.

Plenty of ideas to take away and develop in own training. Great work everyone 👊

The next squad training will be the National Squad Training in Dudley on Sunday 12th July.

17/05/2026

Congratulations to Shaun and Jack, HDKI GB Squad members, who travelled to Dublin to compete at the HDKI Ireland Open Championships this weekend.

It’s always great to see squad members stepping onto the mat, testing themselves, and putting their training into practice. Well done to both, keep up the great work!

The HDKI GB Team at the HDKI Ireland Open Championships today.

Shaun and Jack did a great job, Silver in team kumite, and Individual Silver in kumite for Shaun as well in an incredible final. Great preparation for Japan!

Pictured with Paul sensei who facilitated the event today.

26/04/2026

Busy day at HDKI GB Northern Squad Training yesterday...

20/04/2026

Please join us in saying a huge congratulations to all HDKI GB members who have been selected to represent England at the International Cup in Japan this September 🇯🇵

This is a fantastic achievement and a reflection of the hard work, commitment, and consistency shown over time. Representing your country on the international stage is a significant milestone, and one to be very proud of. We wish everyone all the best as they continue their preparations.

19/04/2026

It’s fantastic to see the squad fundraising initiatives taking place.

Last Saturday, Shinkikai Dojo hosted Senseis Chris Walsh, Amelia Senft, and Natalie Böttcher, who all delivered inspiring sessions.

As the squad prepares for the International Cup in Japan, these fundraising events are a brilliant way to support the HDKI GB squad.

A big thank you to Shaun Cassidy for organising the event. Hopefully this is just the beginning, and we’ll see more fundraising initiatives taking place over the coming weeks and months.

19/04/2026

Last Saturday, Shinkikai Dojo hosted Senseis Chris Walsh, Amelia Senft, and Natalie Böttcher, who all delivered inspiring sessions. A big thank you to Shaun Cassidy for organising the fundraising event.