Simon Stannard
1st Dan

I am proud to have been among the first to have started my training with Shihan Clarry at the time of him reforming the association back in 1999. to me the essence of Yoseikan Karate is more than just self defence & a way of keeping fit, it is a personal development of confidence & self control and ability. on the 10th August 2005 I underwent the YKA standard 5 hour examination to demonstrate my knowledge, skill & abilities of the Yoseikan Budo arts of Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido, Kobudo & traditional karate Jutsu after which I was awarded my 1st Dan Black Belt. Following an unrelated accident & prolonged period in hospital I was consequently informed that my left arm was so severely broken I would have little to no movement. with hard work, self belief & the natural physiotherapy techniques of Yoseikan, I am now back to full fitness with full range of movement in my left arm & currently working towards achieving my 2nd Dan.