NEWS ARCHIVES

 

1 DAY ONLY 4PM TO 6:15PM CLASSES CANCELLED AS DOJO IS NOT AVAILABLE - 3RD JULY 2008
4pm Ninjas please pick up any basic, 4:45pm Small Kids Sparring students, please pick up 6:30pm pad work class (main hall), 5:30pm class, please pick up any basic classl. K2 Timetable
We do understand that these changes will make attending class difficult for some of you and would like to take this opportunity to apologize in advance for this unavoidable inconvenience.

K2 TIMETABLE HAS BEEN UPDATED - 24TH JUNE 2008
The Timetable for K2 classes has been revised to make it clearer who can attend classes. There is no change to actual class times or content it is only the wording that has been altered. K2 Timetable

GRADUATIONS - 29TH MARCH 2008
The 29th of March will be graduation day for students who have gained a new belt and also for those who are successful in their Blackbelt/Dan gradings.

KARATE COMPETITION - SWINDON - 9th MARCH 2008
The Academy recently visited an invitational competiton in Swindon and we were very proud of all the students who attended. This was a well organized event with a high standard of competition. Read more

BLACK BELT GRADINGS/REQUALIFICATIONS - 22nd & 23rd MARCH 2008
The Academy will be carrying out Black Belt gradings and requalifications over the weekend of 22nd & 23rd of March. This is possibly the toughest of tests as students move across and into the Dan grades and the Academy whishes all the students taking part every success in their endeavour

KARATE PARTIES - 2008
The Academy is now able to offer Karate Parties. If you are interested in this exciting development or would just like more information please speak to Sensei Sue

CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2007 - 12th DECEMBER 2007 -
Christmas parties were held at the Arcitic Jungle and Laserhub this year and we were so pleased to see so many of you there to enjoy the fun. Read more...

SPAR WARS 2007 - 28th OCTOBER 2007 -
The Spar Wars competition 2007 was held at Hazelwick School this year and was an excellent event. We had a great entry list which included support from the schools of Master Marsh, Master Danby and Master Day and we take this opportunity to thank them. Read more...

DANNY BALL VISITS K2 - 1st NOVEMBER 2007 -
The Academy were very proud to welcome XMA Performanc Team Captain to our classes on 1st November 07
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HALLOWEEN OCTOBER 2007 -
In true CBA tradition we asked students and instructors to dress up for Halloween on the 30th and 31st of October and we had a great turn out. Read more...

GRADUATION REPORT 30th OCTOBER 2007 -
On the weekend of the 30th of September eight students of Crawley Blackbelt Academy received their blackbelts in front of the whole school. Read more...

GRADUATION - 30th SEPTEMBER 2007 -
Our next graduation ceremony will be on 30th September 2007 at Hazelwick school 'South Hall' at 2:30pm. Good luck to everyone currently grading, we look forward to seeing you all for the ceremony.

CIMAC WORLD CUP - 8th JULY 2007 -
On the 8th July 9 year old Jordan Clements and 8 year old Jack Foyster, both members of the Crawley Blackbelt Academy entered the CIMAC Superleague World Cup 2007 at Windsor.
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BASINGSTOKE COMPETITION - 17th JUNE 2007 -
Five students travelled to Basingstoke to represent the Academy in a competition on Sunday 17th June. All five took part in their relevant sections for fighting and fought extremely well.
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CIMAC BRITISH OPEN - 13th MAY 2007 -
On Sunday 13th May 2007 Josh Meeks travelled to Birmingham for the Cimac British Open. Josh fought in both continuous and points sparring and also the Music Weapons category of Kata.
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GRADUATION REPORT 3rd April 2007 -
On the weekend of 31st March and 1st April 15 students of Crawley Blackbelt Academy tested for their blackbelt at Hazelwick School. Read more

STUDENT BIO - JONATHON HARROLD
Jonathon (blue belt) student recently received a nomination to receive a youth achievement award, was presented with a certificate at the Hawth and had his photo taken for the local paper. The Academy were delighted to hear about Jonathons efforts and asked Jonathon's mum Vanessa (also a student) to tell us more about Jonathon's work. Read more

CIMAC NATIONAL SUPERLEAGUE 04 FEBRUARY 2007 -
On Sunday 4th February, Jack Foyster and Jason Harrold attended the Cimac Super league in Windsor. It was quite nerve racking as both Jack and Jason were ½ inch too tall and had to go up to the next height category.
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GRADUATION REPORT 12th DECEMBER 2006 -
Our first graduation ceremony/display at K2 took place on the 12th of December 2006 and we hope that you all enjoyed the presentation. Congratulations to all those who succeeded in gaining a new grade and especially as always to the mighty 21 new Black Belts whose dedication and effort has seen them acheive their dream. More info....
COMPETITION RESULTS - MASTER MARSH'S ACADEMY - KENT - 05 NOVEMBER 2006
The troops went down to Kent for a competition at Master Marsh's Academy recently. Well done to all of you and especially to the beginners attending a Karate competition for the first time. Check out the results here

DRESS UP NIGHT - HALLOWEEN 2006 K2 CRAWLEY 2006
It is a bit of a tradition to allow students to dress in Halloween costumes for classes at this time each year and we had a really good turn out for 2006. Thanks to the parents for taking the time to help their kids get into Halloween and the kids for giving us so much fun. Click here to view a slideshow here

STUDENT BIO -DANIEL TAPLIN
Academy student Daniel Taplin is an accomplished sportsman who not only trains as an advanced Student but also participates in Football, Athletics and Swimming. Daniels father Marc has been asked to provide an insight into Daniels love of sports and we hope that you enjoy reading more about him here

BNMAA INTERNATIONAL S.FACTOR FINALS- 01 OCTOBER 2006
On Sunday the 1st October 2006 the British National Martial Arts Association held its World Martial Arts Championships at Crystal palace national sports centre. Three Warriors of Crawley Black Belt Academy Jason Harold, Jack Foyster, and Jordan Clements stepped up for the challenge. Read more here

KUDOS COMPETITION 24 SEPTEMBER 2006
At the recent Kudos competition Jack, Josh and Sam all won trophies and fought really well. We have a couple of photos of them with their trophies below.
W ell done guys! Click here for a pictures of them with their trophies

CRAWLEY BLACK BELT ACADEMY ORIEL HIGH MAIDENBOWER - SEPTEMBER 06
Oriel high school is the latest location for Crawley Black Belt Academy. There is a beginners class every Monday from 5.00 pm to 5.45 pm, which is taking place in the gymnasium so come along and have some fun hope to see you there.
Click here to view the Oriel High Timetable. If you have any questions please contact Mr Colyer

MR COLYER OPENS NEW SCHOOL - 4TH SEPTEMBER 2006
Congratulations to Mr Colyer! he has passed all his N.V.Q's on Instructing health & safety, child protection and coaching and this year he passed a two day instructor course with Blackbelt Schools International. Now that Mr Colyer is a fully qualified Instructor he is going to open his first New school in Maidenbower on Monday September 4th and we wish him every success.

LIMITED TIMETABLE IN OPERATION 14TH ----- 25TH AUGUST 2006 (Limited Timetable)
Due to Sensei's summer holiday from 14th to 25th August there will be a limited timetable in operation. Please would all students ensure that they have read and understood the holiday timetable which is availble to view and/or save here. If you have any questions please contact Sensei Sue

ACADEMY RULES 09 JULY 2006 -
For class safety and in order that classes may proceed without interruption we have produced a brief set of rules. Would all students please ensure that they have read through the Academy Rules (see link on the left) and also that they adhere to them. If you have any query please contact Sensei

NATIONAL S FACTOR COMPETITION (BRISTOL) 11 JUNE 2006 -
A round of the excellent S Factor series was held at Bristol on the 11th of June and Jordan Clements showed huge commitment to travel all the way down there to take part. It seems that the journey was worthwhile though as Jordan took an excellent 2nd place in his sparring category. Congratulations Jordan from all at the Academy. To view a larger image click here

GRADUATION REPORT 26th March 2006 -
Thank you to everyone who attended the recent graduation ceremony and congratualtions to all those who successfully graded. Once again the various displays were to a very high standard and we hope that everyone enjoyed the afternoon. The academy is very proud of all it's students and their acheivements and whilst it is impossible to name everyone we would like to take this opportunity to congratulate them all. More info....
Joshua Meek on the front cover of Martial Arts Expert Magazine

JOSHUA MEEK ON THE COVER OF MARTIAL ARTS EXPERT FEBRUARY 2006 -
As headlined above, Joshua Meek has made the front cover of the February edition of Martial Arts Expert Magazine and gives an exclusive inteview. It is a great achievement for Josh to have been selected in this way especially at such a young age and the Academy would like to take this oppotunity to congratualte him. For a larger image click the thumbnail or here
BNMAA NATIONAL S FACTOR COMPETITION (HORNCHURCH) 26 FEBRUARY 2006 -
Organised by the BNMAA, this excellent event saw entries of a very high standard and our students did very well. For more information and slideshow click here
GRADUATION DAY 26 March 2006 -
Graduation day for all students is 26 March 06. Presentations and demos will be held at Hazelwick School and we look forward to seeing you there. A handout has been given out during classes over the last week or so and it is important that you book your seats in advance so please contact Senseai Sue if you have not received the handout.
GRADINGS FOR DAN GRADES SET FOR 18/19 March 2006 -
Dan Grades will be testing on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 March 2006 at Hazelwick School. Good luck to all those taking part. The graduation date for all students should be on 26 March 2006, however this has yet to be confirmed.
CIMAC NATIONAL SUPERLEAGUE 05 FEBRUARY 2006 -
On February 5th our young superstars went to Windsor sport centre to take part in one of the biggest competitions of the year its called cimac super league . All did very well and all came home with trophies.
For a full news report and slideshow regarding this event click here
NEW TIMETABLE STARTS 14th NOVEMBER 2005 -
The Academy will commence lessons at the K2 facility from the above date and will also be working to a new timetable. Although the new timetable will not come into effect until this date we have updated it on this site via the timetable link on the left. You can also save the timetable in word format if this is more convenient. More info....
'BATTLE OF THE BRAVE' COMPETITION RESULTS 23rd OCTOBER 2005 -
The Nathan Marsh academy held a great competition in Kent on the 23rd of October and our academy was very well represented again. Our students took honours in no less than 12 categories on the day and our pride and respect goes not only to the following who received trophies but also to all who those who attended. More info....
GRADUATION REPORT 2nd OCTOBER 2005 -
We hope that you all enjoyed the recent graduation ceremony and the various displays. The event seemed to go very smoothly and our sincere thanks go to all those who attended and without whom the graduation process would be much less enjoyable for both the students and ourselves. More info....
GRADUATION DAY 2nd OCTOBER 2005 -
The graduation date for all students will be on the 2nd October 2005 at Hazelwick School from 12 noon to 5pm. After all the hard work Students will get their chance to impress the audience with their new skills. There will also be various displays (including breaking) so this should be an exciting afternoon.
STUDENT GRADINGS WEEK SET FOR 26th SEPT 2005 -
The gradings week for this current period is set to start on the above date. Good luck to all those taking part. The graduation date for all students will be on the 2nd October 2005 at Hazelwick School from 12 noon to 5pm.
KUDOS FREESTYLE COMPETITION RESULTS 25th SEPTEMBER 2005 -
The Academy was well represented at the recent Kudos Freestyle Competition. Our representatives took honours in Kata, Weapon Kata and sparring in both Junior and Senior levels. Respect to all those who attended from the Academy and congratulations to the following on their acheivements. More info....