Red Lion Shotokan Karate Club - Eastbourne

14/09/2026

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Welcome to Shotokan Connect We are a group of dedicated practitioners of Shotokan Karate, many with senior grades and decades of experience of training, competing and teaching karate. We are an inclusive organisation that will not only support our karate development, but by working with and never ag...

08/09/2026

🏨 OFFICIAL HOTEL | WUKF EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026

The WUKF is pleased to confirm the Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Sheffield as the Official Hotel for the 16th WUKF European Karate Championships, taking place in Sheffield from 21st to 25th October 2026.

Located just a 10 minute drive from the Canon Medical Arena, the 4 star hotel offers special WUKF rates from £140 per room, per night, including full English breakfast, WiFi and use of gym facilities.

🚊 Easy access to the Canon Medical Arena via Sheffield Supertram
📅 Official hotel rates available from 18 to 26 October
🚗 Guest parking available and complimentary coach parking
🍽️ Lunch and dinner options available for groups
🥋 Special rates for the WUKF Karate family

Rooms are subject to availability, so we encourage teams and federations to book now.

👉 View Official Hotel Information & Booking Details:
https://www.wukf-karate.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WUKF-European-Karate-Championships-Official-Hotel.pdf

Contact: [email protected] to secure the best rate on rooms now.

We look forward to welcoming the WUKF family back to England.

04/09/2026

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Upcoming events for the next quarter...Make sure you get them in the diary, and watch this space for more information.

Have an event you’d like to see added to the list? Comment below and let us know!

19/06/2026

Shotokan Connect is pleased to host the upcoming Performance and Referees & Judges Course, bringing together both Competitors and Officials in a shared development environment.

Performance and Competition coaching sessions, providing valuable pre-competition preparation ahead of the Shōtōkan Connect Championship in October.

Running alongside, is the Referees & Judges Continuous Development Course, which will cover the structure and operation of a Karate tournament, including the roles of Referees, Judges, Trainee Officials, Stewards, Recorders, Announcers, Timekeepers, and Coaches.

Participation is encouraged for all members, supporting better understanding, between competitors and officials, and promoting consistent standards across the organisation. This course also offers a clear pathway into officiating and tournament management, strengthening the overall quality and professionalism of Shotokan Connect events.

Sunday 5th July, Sports and Health Complex, University of Brighton, 9.30-3.30pm. Book here: https://s.scka.co.uk/fnmHph

16/06/2026

Well done to everyone from Red Lion SKC ( ) and Senshi Karate Shotokan Connect clubs that attended the FSK UK Cup competition ( ) at the weekend. We came away with some very impressive results and formed some good relationships along the way.

See our blog post for details:

https://www.redlionskc.co.uk/news-1/red-lion-skc-attends-fsk-uk-cup-competition-14th-june-2026/

15/06/2026

Join us for our All grades course at Ponteland Leisure centre, hosted by Sensei John Parnell (7th Dan) and Sensei Ian Harman (6th Dan)

Sensei John Parnell has trained in Shotokan karate since the 1980s, studying throughout the UK and internationally under many of the art’s most respected instructors. Renowned for his technical expertise and analytical teaching style, he combines traditional principles with precision and clarity, particularly in his highly regarded kata instruction. He continues to inspire students at Red Lion Shotokan in Eastbourne through his dedication to authentic karate and lifelong learning.

Sensei Ian Harman is the Chief Instructor of Kyoshin Karate in South Wales. Drawing on his background as a teacher, he is known for delivering detailed and insightful explanations of karate techniques. A former member of both the English and Great Britain karate squads, Ian brings a wealth of competitive and instructional experience to his teaching.
The training will be followed by a senior dan grading. Best of luck to everyone currently preparing to grade

Register here: https://s.scka.co.uk/HC4xf6

15/06/2026

08/06/2026

Well done to Chris Jenner and Edward Donald who both passed their 1st Dan Grading on Saturday.

Congratulations for Chris Jenner and Edward Donald who passed their 1st Dan Grading at the Shotokan Connect All grades course this weekend (Saturday 6th June 2026), evaluated by Sensei Ian Harman (6th Dan), Sensei Val Dale (6th Dan) and Sensei Sam Birch (6th Dan).

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

🥋 Black & Brown Belt Course – Guildford
A fantastic day of learning, development, and dedication at the Shotokan Connect Black & Brown Belt Course in Guildford this Saturday. Strong spirit, technical excellence, and a great opportunity for karateka to refine their skills and deepen their understanding of Shotokan Karate.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a successful event. Oss! 👊🥋