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Karate Black Belt

WELCOME
TO HAMPSHIRE ACADEMY OF SHOTOKAN KARATE

    Hampshire Academy of Shotokan Karate (HASK) was born out of a simple idea: to bringing high quality accessible and affordable karate education to the entire community.

Our unique approach to learning and top-quality faculty makes Hampshire Academy of Shotokan Karate one of the premier karate clubs in the area.

 We invite you to explore our diverse and egaging schedule. Please contact us to arrange a visit. 

To start martials arts, no prior knowledge is required. Your interest to try something new may turn into the passion for martials arts, exercise and self-defense.  Other benefits to learn martial arts are: builds confidence, self discipline, coordination, improve memory. Few tips before you start your journey with Hampshire Academy of Shotokan Karate. 

10 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

  • Be willing to try 

  • Never be late for training

  • Always bow on entry and exit from the Dojo

  • Follow the Dojo etiquette

  • Aim high

  • Wear your Gi with pride

  • Learn the Dojo Kun

  • Practice, Practice, Practice

  • Don't be afraid to ask questions

  • Enjoy Karate

MEET "HASK" TEAM

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Kyoshi Daren Stirrat 
8th Dan Black Belt

Chief Instructor & Club Owner 
(for full biography please refer to HASK Founder page)

 

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Renshi Daniel Thornton
    4th Dan Black Belt
25 years in Shotokan Karate under father Kyoshi Daren Stirrat. Teaching:  Lower & High belts students

 

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Renshi Guy Sheppard
    4th Dan Black Belt
25 years  experience in Martial Arts. Training with HASK 15 Years.  Teaching:  High belt students

 

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Sensei Allen Duncan
    3rd Dan Black Belt
Teaching and training Karate over 20 Years.  Teaching:  New members and Lower Belt students

 

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Sensei Lina Darguzaite
    2nd Dan Black Belt
Training with HASK 5 Years. HASK Admin. 
Teaching: kids from 5+. Mental Health First Aider


 

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Sensei Lucy Pinkerton
    2nd Dan Black Belt

Training with HASK 7 years. Supporting students across all belts
 

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Sensei Daniel Hodgson
    2nd Dan Black Belt

Training with HASK 5 years. Teaching: White and Lower belt students
 

HASK SESSIONS

Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00 
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
Sunday 10:00 - 12:00

Location: 

Nimrod Community Centre

17 Falcon Meadows Way, Gosport

Hampshire

PO13 8AA

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