Coach Martin is awarded his 6th Dan for services to Judo

 



What an evening for our club. We are so proud to be able to present our head club coach Martin Rivers with his 6th Dan, an amazing achievement for a lifetime dedicated to this sport.
It was made even more special that his grade could be presented by his lifetime coach and mentor Mick Leigh, 9th Dan.
Martin has been at Kin Ryu since he was a 10 yr old boy, just enjoying the sport and over that time he has excelled in all areas that the sport can offer as a player, kata champion, coach, international referee, official, senior examiner, mentor and friend.
Congratulations Martin this is truely deserved and everyone at the club is proud of you!


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