Sempai Neil Edgcumbe

Neil has taken the classic "on-off" route in his karate career. It seems he has taken forever to get from beginner to black belt. Training for a while and gaining a couple of belts, then dropping off the radar for a few months/years, Neil was constantly trying to catch up to where he was before progressing to his next grade.

A year or so of hard work, regular training and dedication paid off when he was awarded his black belt in November 2006.

Looking to the future, Neil has decided that it's a lot less hard work to stay in regular training than to take time out, and is already working towards his 2nd Dan in 2008!