One of our most senior instructors, Annette Turpin 7th Dan, recently discovered that a picture of her father, Randolph Turpin, a former World Middleweight Boxing Champion, is hanging in the National Gallery, London.
The text next to the photo describes a short history of Randolph Turpin who beat Sugar Ray Robinson.
A three hour kumite course was held in order to raise the kumite standards for competitors when competing at any championships.
A short history on the origins of kumite training over the years was given followed by drills and practice of kumite technique.
Good numbers attended on one of the hottest days of the year so far despite many clubs being on Easter break - it seemed everyone participating enjoyed it!
Many people have asked for another session. This will be arranged soon. Ask your instructor for more information.
The 46th National Washinkai Championships were held at the Canons Leisure Centre on Sunday 9 March 2025.
It was an exciting day with more entries this year than had been forecast.
With an early start of 0930, the events were constant with all the referees and judges working continuously. Having a high standard from all kata competitors and kumite competitors, everybody stated how enjoyable the day had been.
One of Washinkai's earlier members, Tony Warren, has shared these photos from the 1970s-1980s.
Tony Warren and his "posse"(Ed and Ray Fallon, Colin Symonds)
Tony Warren Steve Pellitt Neville Smith Alison Thompson
The Hill College, Abergavenny gasshuku
Tony (right) and Steve Hayler fighting at St Marks School Fulham
Colin Tony Ed and Ray Fallon
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