John is the club’s most senior instructor and is our technical director. He studied Kung Fu for several years and in 1981 obtained his 1st Degree Black Sash. He began his studies in the Goju Ryu Karate style in 1983 and obtained his 1st Dan grade in 1989. John also studied Aikido for many years and is a fully qualified practitioner of Shiatsu, Reiki, Swedish and sports massage.
John currently holds an 8th dan grade and is the club’s senior instructor.
Other teachers
Paul Ross 7th dan renshi Andy Krafft 5th dan (Adults’ section coordinator & club treasurer) John Rakauskas 5th dan (Kids’ section coordinator) Russ Hester 5th dan Andy Warwick 5th dan Ken Douglas 4th dan (Facilities coordinator) Wendy Pinches 2nd dan Rodger Sharp 2nd dan
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