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22/03/2026 - Spring Showdown Success at Urban Combat
22/03/2026 - Spring Showdown Success at Urban Combat
On Sunday 22nd March 2026, Arena Karate students returned to Urban Combat to compete in the Spring Showdown.
Once again, the team delivered a strong turnout, with students competing across multiple divisions and continuing to build on their recent competition successes.
The results on the day were as follows:
Aiden β π₯ Kumite
Ben β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kata
Elijah β π₯ Kickmaster, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kata
Isla β π₯ Kickmaster
Lacie-Mae β π₯ Kickmaster, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kata
Lloyd β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite
Mabel β π₯ Kickmaster
Octavia β π₯ Kickmaster
Oliver β π₯ Kumite (Category 1), π₯ Kumite (Category 2), π₯ Kickmaster
Ryan β π₯ Kickmaster
Lily β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite
Neill β π₯ Kata
Shanique β π₯ Kumite
Beyond the results, the atmosphere throughout the day stood out. Arena Karate brought strong energy from start to finish, with fantastic support from coaches, students, and parents alike.
It was another successful and enjoyable competition, reflecting the continued hard work and team spirit across the club. Well done to everyone involved.
01/03/2026 - Future Champions Series Success in Norwich
01/03/2026 - Future Champions Series Success in Norwich
On Sunday 1st March 2026, Arena Karate students travelled to Norwich to compete in the Future Champions Series held at Blackbelt Academy.
Following on from the previous event, this competition saw another excellent turnout, with students once again demonstrating commitment and enthusiasm. As this was a combined karate and kickboxing event, Arena Karate proudly teamed up with Arena Kickboxing, further strengthening the team presence on the day.
Across all divisions, the team achieved an impressive 22 medals, reflecting the hard work being put in across both disciplines.
The full results were as follows:
Lily β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Lacie-Mae β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Elijah β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite
Oliver β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Esmee β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Aiden β π₯ Kumite
Mal β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickboxing
Shanique β π₯ Kumite
Honey β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickboxing
Preston β π₯ Kickboxing
Maya β π₯ Kickboxing
Gav β π₯ Kickboxing
This was another fantastic day of competition, with students continuing to build experience, confidence, and success across both karate and kickboxing formats.
Well done to everyone who took part β a strong performance from the entire team.
08/02/2026 - Showdown Series Success at Urban Combat
08/02/2026 - Showdown Series Success at Urban Combat
On Sunday 8th February 2026, Arena Karate students competed at the Showdown Series held at Urban Combat, with an excellent turnout across the team.
It was particularly encouraging to see a strong mix of experienced competitors alongside students entering competition for the first time. The event provided a great platform for all participants to test their skills, gain experience, and represent the club with confidence.
The team delivered an outstanding set of results:
Lloyd β π₯ Kata
Elijah β π₯ Kumite
Ben β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kata
Oliver β π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Esmee β π₯ Kickmaster, π₯ Kumite
Lacie-Mae β π₯ Kata, π₯ Kumite, π₯ Kickmaster
Aiden β π₯ Kickmaster, π₯ Kumite
Mabel β π₯ Kickmaster
Archie β π₯ Kickmaster
Ida β π₯ Kickmaster
Ryan β π₯ Kickmaster
Well done also to Octavia and Spike, who both competed in the Kickmaster event. Although they did not place on this occasion, they performed with great effort and determination throughout.
Overall, it was a highly successful day for Arena Karate, reflecting the hard work and dedication shown by all students in their training. We look forward to seeing their continued progress in future competitions.
25/01/2026 - Small Squad, Big Effort β Arena Karate Hits the Mat at Harlow International
25/01/2026 - Small Squad, Big Effort β Arena Karate Hits the Mat at Harlow International
On 25th January 2026, a small but determined squad of Arena Karate students competed at the 9th Harlow International Karate Championships.
A huge congratulations to Mal, who came home with a bronze medal in the Male Senior Kumite +84KG β an incredible achievement!
Lacie, Oliver, Elijah, Mabel and Ben also gave it their all. It was a long and challenging day, but our students were focused, disciplined, and a credit to Arena Karate throughout.
Well done to everyone for showing skill, determination, and true sportsmanship on the mat!
18/01/2026 - EKKA Kata & Technical CourseΒ
18/01/2026 - EKKA Kata & Technical CourseΒ
On Sunday 18th January 2026, Arena Karate students attended a technical course run by our very own Billy Brennan (9th Dan) at Urban Combat.
These courses are open to all clubs within the English Korean Karate Association, bringing students and instructors together to train, learn, and develop as a wider association.
It was a great way to start the new year, seeing old friends and training partners back on the mats, while also working through high-quality technical instruction from senior instructors.
Students benefited from focused technical development throughout the session, making it a strong and positive start to the year.
21/12/2025 - Winter Grading 2025
21/12/2025 - Winter Grading 2025
Arena Karate β Last Grading of 2025
On 21st December, we held our last grading of the year! Well done to all students for their hard work and achievements.
Merry Christmas to everyone, and we look forward to seeing you all in 2026 for more training, progress, and fun on the mats!
13/12/2025 - Arena Karate at the Open MAAS UK Seminar β December 2025
13/12/2025 - Arena Karate at the Open MAAS UK Seminar β December 2025
On 13th and 14th December 2025, Arena Karate was honored to be invited to the Open MAAS UK Seminar, hosted by Shihan Kyle Burks of Bushido Ju-Jitsu.
A huge congratulations to Stefanie Barnes, who was awarded the prestigious title of Renshi β meaning βpolished teacherβ β by Billy Brennan (9th Dan, Grand Master), and presented by Kyle Burks (6th Dan).
The seminar offered a fantastic variety of martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Ju-Jitsu, Combat Karate, Krav Maga, Kickboxing (taught by our very own Stuart Collier), and Kyujutsu.
Weβd like to say a big thank you for the invitation β it was an incredible opportunity to meet new instructors and fellow martial artists, share knowledge, and enjoy two full days of training. Arena Karate had a fantastic time!
12/10/2025 - Arena Karate Shines at the 9th Elite Open International Championships
12/10/2025 - Arena Karate Shines at the 9th Elite Open International Championships
On 12th October 2025, a small but determined squad from Arena Karate competed at the 9th Elite Open International Karate Championships. Our team β Esmee, Lacie-Mae, Oliver, Elijah, Lloyd, and Mal β gave their all on a day full of tough competition.
Special congratulations to our medal winners:
Lloyd β Bronze, Male 30+ Years Kata
Lacie-Mae β Silver, Female Kickmaster 12-13 Years
Oliver β Bronze, Male Kickmaster 10-11 Years
Well done to all our students for their focus, determination, and sportsmanship. Every one of them represented Arena Karate with pride.
We finished the day off with a well-deserved Toby Carvery, celebrating a fantastic day of effort, achievement, and fun!
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