Tag: adult beginner course

Storm Family Martial Arts Founder and Chief Instructor Digger Barnes was honoured to be invited to attend the very first meeting of the new Bracknell Forest Physical Activity, Sports and Leisure Forum this week. Held at South Hill Park Arts Centre on Wednesday 23rd September, the inaugural forum brought together organisations, clubs and community representatives

Digger Barnes Joins Grading Panel at Inspirit Martial Arts in Oxford Last Saturday, Digger Barnes, Chief Instructor of Storm Family Martial Arts, had the privilege of spending the day at Inspirit Martial Arts in Oxford, where he was invited by Chief Instructor Simon Tyas to sit on the grading panel for their latest belt grading. It was a long

England Team Squad Training in York Yesterday, Lilia and Digger made the trip to York for another important step in the build-up to the WKKC World Championships in Cadiz, Spain, taking place from 25th–30th October. The session was hosted at XMA Martial Arts in York and brought together members of the WKKC England Team for

September Grading at Storm Family Martial Arts September is an exciting time at Storm Family Martial Arts as we prepare for our next grading. Grading is an important part of every student’s martial arts journey, providing the opportunity to demonstrate the skills, techniques, and knowledge they have developed through consistent training. A grading is about

Summer Holidays: Helping Children Show More Respect at Home For many families, the summer holidays are a wonderful chance to spend more time together. They also bring a new set of challenges! With children out of their usual routines, it’s easy for boredom, frustration, and the occasional disagreement to creep in. At Storm Family Martial

Fun and Educational Martial Arts Classes at Storm FamilyMartial Arts When parents look for an activity for their child, they often want something that is more than just a way to keep them busy. They want something that helps their child grow, learn new skills and develop confidence. At Storm Family Martial Arts, our classes

July Character Focus: Building Trustworthy Future Leaders At Storm Family Martial Arts, we believe martial arts is about much more than kicks, punches, and belts. Every month we focus on a character quality that helps our students become confident, respectful, and successful both on and off the mats. July’s Character Lesson: Trustworthiness This month, our

Why Wearing Your Belt Matters at Storm Family Martial Arts At Storm Family Martial Arts, your belt is far more than just part of your uniform. It represents your journey, your effort, and your commitment to becoming the best version of yourself. Whether you are a beginner proudly tying on your first white belt or

Why More Adults Are Joining Martial Arts Classes at Storm Family Martial Arts When people think about martial arts, they often picture children’s classes or competitive fighters. But more adults than ever are discovering the benefits of training — not just for fitness, but for confidence, mental wellbeing, and personal growth. At Storm Family Martial