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Dojo instructors
Sensei Ian
Chief Instructor
Sensei Ian Willis 7th Dan
As one of the most experienced Shotokan Karate Instructors in the region, Sensei Ian Willis has over 50 years of karate experience and has been a professional instructor since 1993. He is a senior leader within the Shotokan Connect association, is a national Dan grading examiner and is regularly invited to instruct at clubs around the country. Following a successful eighteen years in regional, national and international competitions, he transitioned fully to instructing and mentoring. Many of Sensei Ian's students have also gone on to have competition success and running their own clubs. In recognition for his long-term dedication and leadership in the art of Shotokan karate, Sensei was awarded the rank of 7th Dan by Shotokan Connect in 2022.
Sensei Liz
Senior Instructor
Sensei Liz Lisle 5th Dan
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Sensei Liz Lisle is a 5th Dan Shotokan Karate instructor with over thirty years of karate experience and is a senior member of Northumberland Karate Academy. She is an official and instructor at NKA events. Sensei Liz is also the NKA safeguarding officer
Sensei Liz
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