At the recent Mizukara Summer Karate Camp, held in Carnalea Methodist Centre, Bangor one local student achieved what not many people do. From a child beginner to achieving an adult karate black belt.
That fantastic achievement was awarded to Amy Adair by Sensei Ian Cuthbert, Karate England Head Coach and local coach Sensei David Brashaw.
Sensei Cuthbert was guest instructor at the camp and was accompanied by multiple world kumite champion, Sensei Shauna Carroll. Both coaches were greatly impressed by Amy during her grading, part of which included a couple of fights with Sensei Shauna.
Her coach Sensei Brashaw commented “We are delighted for Amy. She has been training and coaching with us for many years. This has not only been about developing Amy through belts, but she has also represented both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland at World and European Championships and bringing home medals on a number of occasions.
Achieving a black belt is all about long-term commitment and pushing yourself during challenging times. Amy has achieved this.”
Amy was helped over recent months by her training partner Anna McCormick, who also did an excellent grading and was awarded 2nd kyu brown belt.
