Milford Haven Karate Club travelled to Worcester to compete at the WUMA BRITISH OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS where there were over 400 compeititors from all over the country.The day was a great success for Chief Instructor Kevin John as he fought superbly through the rounds to win his category and then had to fight for the overall title to claim British Masters Open Champion.It didnt stop there, as kevin picked up a Bronze medal in the under 90kg category also!!
Kevin said ’ im over the moon,all the hard work,training,sparring and pain has paid off! I’ve won welsh titles and fought internationally, but this is definitely up there with the best,im proud to say im British Masters Champion.
Kevin went on to say that WUMA is a big association out there and it brings Kickboxers,tae kwon do,kung fu,Karate and many more martial arts together to fight,so to win this is a big achievement and honour!!

By winning this event kevin is now a automatic entry into the British WUMA Squad over the next 2 years and can now compete at the World Championships in LA he stated ‘That is the ultimate achievement for any fighter to be selected internationally and compete at the worlds highest stage,so i better start saving!!!
There was more success as Jamie Phillips came away with bronze medals in his category in the Under 85kilos!

Kevin & Jamie compete at WUMA!

Milford Haven Karate Club travelled to Worcester to compete at the WUMA BRITISH OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS where there were over 400 compeititors from all over the country.The day was a great success for Chief Instructor Kevin John as he fought superbly through the rounds to win his category and then had to fight for the overall title to claim British Masters Open Champion.It didnt stop there, as kevin picked up a Bronze medal in the under 90kg category also!!
Kevin said ’ im over the moon,all the hard work,training,sparring and pain has paid off! I’ve won welsh titles and fought internationally, but this is definitely up there with the best,im proud to say im British Masters Champion.
Kevin went on to say that WUMA is a big association out there and it brings Kickboxers,tae kwon do,kung fu,Karate and many more martial arts together to fight,so to win this is a big achievement and honour!!

By winning this event kevin is now a automatic entry into the British WUMA Squad over the next 2 years and can now compete at the World Championships in LA he stated ‘That is the ultimate achievement for any fighter to be selected internationally and compete at the worlds highest stage,so i better start saving!!!
There was more success as Jamie Phillips came away with bronze medals in his category in the Under 85kilos!

Jamie in the Western Telegraph

JAMIE Phillips has continued his rise up the karate ranks by earning his second dan black belt.

Jamie is currently an assistant instructor at Milford Haven Karate Club, and helps coach and develop youngsters.

But he also competes himself on a regular basis, and enters tournaments all year round the United Kingdom.

The 23-year-old is currently preparing for the UKSA British Open later this month.

He recently came through a gruelling three hour examination to earn his second black belt.

In front of a panel of experts, Jamie’s karate techniques were scrutinised – while he also had to display his skills in self defence, pair work, and competition sparring.

Following that, he had to come through a series of fitness tests.

Kevin John, chief instructor at Milford Haven Karate Club, said Jamie had set an example for all young students.

“He is a model student,” said Kevin.

“He is proof to the youngsters that you can achieve anything with hard work and dedication.”

Kevin added that everyone in the club was delighted with his success.

“He thoroughly deserves it,” he added.

The Milford Haven club train on Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Meads Leisure Centre – with sessions available for junior and adults.

For more information visit http://www.milfordhavenkarate.co.uk.

Milford Haven Karate Club would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We have now broke up for Christmas, training will start back the first Tuesday in January.

Everyone is welcome and we would love to see you there.

2nd Dan Passed!

Well done Sensei Jamie Phillips on passing his 2nd Dan Black Belt Grade. Jamie has trained for many years to gain this achievment, and for the passed 10 weeks has stepped up to the mark to prepare for his 2nd Dan grading.

Milford Haven Karate Club would like to wish Sensei Jamie all the best at his new level and look forward to seeing him work towards his 3rd Dan in the future.