Medals haul underlines the great work at Sukoshi Ryu Karate Academy
A MARTIAL arts club that teaches life skills as well as karate skills has received a massive boost.
Members of the Sukoshi Ryu Karate Academy at Kimberworth Park went to the Shindo Kai National Karate Championships in Barnsley and came home with a grand total of 49 medals.
The haul was made up of 14 golds, 13 silvers and 22 bronze.
It’s a feather in the cap for a club which helps improve lives.
Head coach Phil Moody said: “It’s a fantastic achievement for everyone involved and it is all down to the hard work and dedication of all the students who turn up to each lesson and give it 100 per cent.
"We have people that come to us with learning difficulties, confidence issues and behaviour problems.
"We give them something to focus on and to believe in themselves more.”
The coach added: "With all their hard work, they are now turning themselves into champions and getting better and more confident every day.”
Anyone wanting to join the Sukoshi Ryu Karate Academy is welcome to call Phil Moody on 07842 547017 or find the club on Facebook.