Performance & Competition Coaching

Shōtōkan Connect is pleased to host the upcoming Performance and Referees & Judges Course, bringing together both Competitors and Officials in a shared development environment.

Performance and Competition coaching sessions, led by Senei Blyth Baker (4th Dan) and Sensei Jamie Simms (4th Dan), will focus on developing Kumite and Kata skills, providing valuable pre-competition preparation ahead of the Shōtōkan Connect Championship in October.

Running alongside, is the Referees & Judges Continuous Development Course, delivered by Sensei Frank Veselovsky (5th Dan), which will cover the structure and operation of a Karate tournament, including the roles of Referees, Judges, Trainee Officials, Stewards, Recorders, Announcers, Timekeepers, and Coaches.

Participation is encouraged for all members, supporting better understanding, between competitors and officials, and promoting consistent standards across the organisation. This course also offers a clear pathway into officiating and tournament management, strengthening the overall quality and professionalism of Shōtōkan Connect events.

Table of Events:

09:30 - 10:00: Registration
10:00 - 11:30: Kumite training and Referees & Judges, Coaches theory on Kumite  
11:30 - 12:30: Kumite practice on 3 areas with Referees & Judges and Coaches
12:30 - 14:00: Kata training and Referees & Judges, Coaches theory on Kata
14:00 - 15:00: Kata practice on 3 areas with Referees & Judges and Coaches
15:00 - 15:30: Discussion / End of Course