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Todmorden Budo & Martial Arts Seminar: A Fantastic Day of Training and Community
Our Budo & Martial Arts Seminar in Todmorden was a fantastic success and a day we will remember for a long time.
The goal of the event was simple: bring martial artists together to share knowledge across disciplines while raising funds to help the club invest in new mats for the dojo. Thanks to the incredible support from instructors, students and visitors, we are delighted to say the goal was achieved.
Throughout the day, participants had the opportunity to experience different martial arts styles, learn new techniques and train alongside practitioners from a variety of backgrounds. The atmosphere on the mat was welcoming, energetic and respectful, exactly what martial arts events should be.
Since the seminar, the feedback we have received has been phenomenal, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended and supported the event.
The goal of the event was simple: bring martial artists together to share knowledge across disciplines while raising funds to help the club invest in new mats for the dojo. Thanks to the incredible support from instructors, students and visitors, we are delighted to say the goal was achieved.
Throughout the day, participants had the opportunity to experience different martial arts styles, learn new techniques and train alongside practitioners from a variety of backgrounds. The atmosphere on the mat was welcoming, energetic and respectful, exactly what martial arts events should be.
Since the seminar, the feedback we have received has been phenomenal, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended and supported the event.
From left to right: Sean Nuttall, Lee Shore, Craig Connell, Andrew Galsworthy, Ian Naylor, Andy McCormack, Ian Almond, George Launders, Jack Davidson and Gordon Lawson
Thank You to Our Guest Instructors
Events like this are only possible thanks to the generosity of instructors who are willing to share their time and knowledge. We were honoured to host a fantastic group of instructors who represented their clubs and martial arts disciplines.
Each session brought something unique and gave participants the chance to explore different approaches to martial arts training.
We encourage everyone to support and follow their clubs:
Each session brought something unique and gave participants the chance to explore different approaches to martial arts training.
We encourage everyone to support and follow their clubs:
Gordon Lawson · Judo · 10th Dan BZJFA
Sean Nuttall · Judo · 6th Dan BJA
George Launders · Judo · 7th Dan BZJFA
Andy McCormack · Taiho Jutsu · 10th Dan UKTJA
Lee Shore · Traditional Japanese Jujitsu · 1st Dan WTWA
Craig Connell · Traditional Japanese Jujitsu · 7th Dan WTWA
Jack Davidson · Karate Shotokan · 2nd Dan
Andrew Galsworthy · Wing Chun · 1st Dan
Ian Naylor · Yang-style Tai Chi
Ian Almond · Kempo
A special thank you to Stuart Lawson, who generously captured the day for us. The photographs really show the spirit of the seminar and the fantastic atmosphere throughout the event.
Thank You to Everyone Who Supported the Event
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this seminar possible: The instructors who travelled to share their knowledge, the volunteers who helped organise the day, the students who came to train with us, and the families and supporters who attended.
Events like this highlight what martial arts are really about: community, respect and continuous learning.
The success of the seminar and the amazing feedback we have received have made one thing clear: this will not be the last one. We are already looking forward to organising future events and continuing to bring martial artists together here in Todmorden.
Thank you again to everyone who helped make the day so special.
Events like this highlight what martial arts are really about: community, respect and continuous learning.
The success of the seminar and the amazing feedback we have received have made one thing clear: this will not be the last one. We are already looking forward to organising future events and continuing to bring martial artists together here in Todmorden.
Thank you again to everyone who helped make the day so special.
Photo Gallery
An unforgettable day of training, technique and martial arts spirit. Here are some highlights from the seminar.
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