 Uechi-Ryu Karate Association (G.B.)
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Association (G.B.) Profile News Tuition History History of Katas Syllabus Dojo Rules and Etiquette Japanese Counting Hojo Undo Kanshiwa Kata Merit Badges Shi Gakko Group Training Times and Venues Instructors News Student of the Day Grading Results Contact Us Tel: 07931 100054 Email: paul.natzyl@uechi-ryukarate.com |
Association Profile The Uechi-Ryu Karate Association was formed in 1975 by Dr. Dave Scott from Liverpool. Dave had learnt the art from Kanei Uechi (Kanbun Uechi's son) on the Japanese Island of Okinawa. After his return to England he formed the Uechi-Ryu Karate Association (G.B.). The Association has since grown with clubs in Essex, Kent, London and Liverpool. Dave Scott (6th Dan Black Belt) remained Chairman of the Association until his resignation on the 8th November 2008. Mick pappas has scince taken over the role from Dave
The Association has retained its link with Okinawa, and today is affiliated to the Shohei-Ryu style, formed by many masters of the Uechi-Ryu Karate Association of Okinawa. |