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Derek Stockham Sensei passes Godan (5th Dan)

Writer: Stuart Needham
Stuart Needham
May 20, 2023
1 min read

Updated: Aug 6, 2025

We would like to extend a huge congratulations to JKS Wales Chairman Derek Stockham Sensei on passing his Godan examination.


After a weekend of fantastic training at the Spring International Seminar, gradings were held on the final day. After a nervous wait Derek Sensei was observed by Yamaguchi Sensei and Kanayama Sensei and today (May 21st) the results have come through from Tokyo.

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After 44 years of dedication not only to karate but to hundreds of students this is a great and richly deserved achievement.


Llongyfarchiadau Derek Sensei.



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