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🌟 Student Spotlight – Karen Brunt (3rd Dan) 🥋We're delighted to introduce the first in our new Student Spotlight series,...
28/06/2026

🌟 Student Spotlight – Karen Brunt (3rd Dan) 🥋

We're delighted to introduce the first in our new Student Spotlight series, where we'll be celebrating the people who make Uechi Ryu Karate Stoke such a special place to train.

This month, we're proud to shine the spotlight on Karen Brunt, now a 3rd Dan Black Belt, whose Uechi Ryu journey began in the late 1980s.

After achieving her Shodan in 1994, Karen took a break from training to focus on family commitments. Returning to the dojo in 2018, she says it immediately felt as though she'd never been away and is a testament to the friendships, support, and family atmosphere that have always been at the heart of our dojo.

Karen's dedication and willingness to support others make her a fantastic role model both on and off the dojo floor. She demonstrates that karate isn't simply about earning grades; it's about commitment, perseverance, continuous learning, and being part of a community that encourages one another to grow.

We are also incredibly proud to have strong female martial artists like Karen within our dojo. Uechi Ryu Karate has always welcomed students from all walks of life, and Karen is a wonderful example of the confidence, resilience, and personal development that traditional karate can help build. We hope her journey inspires more women and girls to discover everything martial arts has to offer.

Thank you, Karen, for your continued commitment to Uechi Ryu Karate Do and for being such an important part of our dojo family.

Inspired by Karen's journey?

Whether you're completely new to martial arts, returning after time away, or simply looking for a welcoming and supportive dojo, we'd love to meet you.

📍 Blythe Bridge Scout HQ, Stoke-on-Trent
📅 Tuesday: 7:30pm – 9:00pm
📅 Thursday: 7:45pm – 9:15pm

💬 Send us a message to arrange your FREE first session or find out more.

👍 Follow Uechi Ryu Karate Stoke to meet more of our students, watch training videos, and keep up to date with seminars, events, and our latest Student Spotlight features.

🥋 Train Tradition. Transform Yourself.

10/06/2026

🥋 Traditional Okinawan Circuit Training 👊

This week's training included a challenging circuit incorporating a variety of traditional Okinawan conditioning methods, including Chi-Ishi, Makiwara, body conditioning, and other exercises designed to develop strength, structure, endurance, and focus.

Every student gave 100% effort throughout the session, demonstrating the determination, discipline, and spirit that are at the heart of Uechi Ryu Karate Do.

These traditional training methods continue to play an important role in developing well-rounded Uechi Ryu Karateka, helping to build both physical resilience and mental fortitude.

Outstanding effort from everyone involved.

05/06/2026

🥋 Sensei Noe Hulse demonstrating Sanchin under testing 👊

A strong display of focus, resilience, and determination throughout the test, showing the continued development and discipline that Sanchin training demands within Uechi Ryu Karate Do.

Excellent spirit and composure throughout.

31/05/2026

🥋 Master Sensei Lee Maddison demonstrating Sanchin under testing 👊

A strong and disciplined performance, showing the structure, focus, conditioning and spirit that sit at the heart of Uechi Ryu Karate Do.

Years of dedication and consistent training clearly reflected throughout the test.

30/05/2026

🥋 Young Finley putting in some excellent work during Jiyu Kumite (sparring) training 👊

Showing great confidence, determination and spirit throughout. Certainly keeping Master Sensei Scott Hulse on his toes 😂

Fantastic to see younger students continuing to develop.

28/05/2026

Sensei Karen Brunt demonstrating Sanchin under testing 👊

A strong display of focus, composure, and determination throughout the test, reflecting the discipline and resilience developed through consistent Uechi Ryu training.

26/05/2026

Master Sensei Scott Hulse working with 1st Kyu Brown Belt Chris Hill on the development of technique and application within Jiyu Kumite 👊

A strong example from Chris, showing good control, movement, determination, and a growing understanding of timing and distance within sparring.

Consistent hard work and training continuing to show through.

24/05/2026

Master Sensei Simon Russell demonstrating a powerful Sanchin test.

Sanchin is at the core of Uechi Ryu Karate, developing structure, focus, breathing, conditioning, and spirit through disciplined practice and testing.

A strong demonstration from Sensei Simon Russell, showing the intensity, control, and resilience that Sanchin training demands.

23/05/2026

A bit of father and son Jiyu Kumite training 👊

Master Sensei Scott Hulse and his 19-year-old son Sensei Noe Hulse going head-to-head in the dojo. Although this time the experience of the old man seemed to get the upper hand 😄

A great display of control, timing, spirit, and determination from both.

21/05/2026

🥋 Makiwara Conditioning in Uechi Ryu Karate 👊

The makiwara is a traditional Okinawan conditioning tool used to develop focus, structure, alignment, body conditioning, and effective striking power. Within Uechi Ryu Karate, makiwara training helps strengthen both the body and the techniques through consistent practice and correct form.

This video showcases conditioning and development of several traditional Uechi Ryu weapons, including:

• Shoken – one knuckle strike
• Boshiken – thumb knuckle strike
• Kakushiken – crane beak strike
• Sanchin-Nukite – spear hand strike
• Shuto – knife hand strike
• Sokusen Geri – toe kick

Makiwara training is not simply about impact or power, but about precision, control, conditioning, and technical development through traditional Okinawan practice.

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