Annual Awards Day 2025 On Saturday 15th November, our club got together for our annual awards meal at Nicola’s Ristorante on South Road, Waterloo. This night was a special one for me personally. I had the honour of receiving my Eighth Dan. The belt is not just for my efforts, it's been achieved with help and support from coaches, training partners and students. Sensei Jane Saunders presented the Hachidan belt, and I’m deeply grateful to her and to the NAKMAS committee for the

Team Photo We had a great Saturday on 15th November with several presentations. Two were made at Litherland Sports Park, more presentations were made at the awards meal later in the day. First up was Lily, who was awarded Student of the Month for September by Shihan Peter Smith. Great job, Lily, keep it up! Next was Ella, who received the Student of the Year 2025 award, given to students who train at the sports park. Ella received the award from Shihan Peter. Huge congratulat