POSTED 12th JANUARY 2026

Last week we worked on blocking and sparring in all classes.

Blocking is a really important part of martial arts, helping with control, confidence, and keeping yourself safe.

Sparring is just as important, as it helps students learn timing, distance, and how to apply techniques in a controlled and safe way. If you need the Japanese names for the blocks, please don't hesitate to let us know.

We are ordering sparring kits this week. If you need anything—gloves, foot guards, shin guards, or a head guard—please get in touch.

Make sure you set some martial arts goals for this year: a new belt, faster punching, getting better at burpees, etc.

Our 7th anniversary club class is on Sunday, 1st March. It’s to celebrate the club with one big class with students from all classes.

It will be held at Heanor Leisure Centre from 4:30–5:30 pm, and of course, there will be plenty of cake too.

Many thanks,

Jamie, Joash, and Harry