New Martial Arts Festival at The University of Wolverhampton

International martial arts experts will be putting youngsters through their paces and searching for the next generation of champions at a new festival at the University of Wolverhampton.

Children from across Wolverhampton and Walsall have been invited to join top specialists and instructors in martial arts including Karate, Judo, Tae kwon do, Ju Jitsu and Aikido. It is the first time the Martial Arts Festival has been held and the organisers are hoping it will be a big success.

The event is for children aged nine and above and will take place at the University’s Walsall Campus Sports Hall on Sunday, May 13. The children can be complete beginners or have some experience of martial arts.

Participants will be able to watch demonstrations from the different martial arts styles and take part in workshops aimed at honing their skills.

Dr. Josh Johnson, 7th Dan, national karate coach, chief instructor and University governor, said: “It is great that so many first class specialists, top fighters and international instructors have come together for the benefit of the wider community.
“This event is a real and unique learning experience for youngsters which can start to develop the next generation of champions, coaches and super stars."

He said: “National reputations in the martial arts are not common but the Black Country has a strong and enviable tradition of producing some of the very best national fighters, competitors and world class champions.
“Events like this will ensure that history is repeated. The link up between the University and the different schools of martial arts is an exciting partnership.”

The event is sponsored by the Active Volunteers programme, which allows University staff and students to gain new skills and valuable experience by undertaking voluntary work with the local community.

The festival will run from 10.30am until 4pm. There are still places available, for further details contact Nico Kolokythas on 0784 5572694 or turn up on the day with a parent/guardian for registration.

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