Instructors

Jamie Ellson
Jamie started Karate aged 8 in 1994. Jamie soon found a keen interest in Karate and developed some great ambitions. Jamie is currently a 2nd Dan in Wado Karate and 1st Dan in Budo Karate. Jamie started helping to teach around the age of 14. Swanwick Karate Club started in January 2006 by Jamie Ellson. Jamie opened his second club at Tupton in September 2008.

Competition
Jamie first competed as an orange belt (7th Kyu), in the East Midlands Wado Competition, and won 3rd for Kata. After tasting some success and practicing hard Jamie went on to become National Kata Champion several times. Jamie has also won various medals for Kumite (fighting).

In August 2005 Jamie competed successfully in the World Wado Cup in Tokyo, Japan for Kumite and Kata. In November 2006 Jamie became the European Wado-Kai Kata Champion.

After achieving great success in competitions, Jamie would like to pass on his ability, knowledge and encouragement to his own students. Hopefully one day, they too can join the Wado-Kai England Squad and achieve something brilliant!

Japan
In 2005, after competing in the World Wado Cup, Jamie stayed in Japan for nearly 3 months. He trained with many of the top Instructors in Japan. This was an amazing experience. Jamie developed a love for Japan and frequently visits.

In 2009 he practised for one week at Yanagawa Sensei’s dojo (who is a Budo master).


Favourites
Favourite punch: Furiken uchi (hook punch)
Favourite kick: Mawashigeri (round kick)
Favourite kata: Wanshu

Favourite food: Chocolate cake
Favourite film: Enter the Dragon
Favourite band: Metallica