On Saturday 7th January, Community Reporter attended a Family Fun Day at The Magdalene Centre, Winton, Nr. Eccles and watched an impressive display from members of Red Tiger Karate.
Tony from Red Tiger Karate informs us that they have 50 classes in the North West, including Lancaster Blackpool, Fleetwood and Warrington to name a few.
Fr. Hall, Priest-in-Charge at Mary Magdalene Church, has a daughter in his Swinton class, so Fr. Hall asked if Tony would run a class out of the Magdalene centre on Monday nights.
They found that the best way to engage future students is through word of mouth. So, when good interest is shown such as today, the group will do future demonstrations in the local community schools, where previously they would knock on doors to raise interest but not so much now.
The club will hold promotions such as FREE membership (normally £10 admin + £15 insurance) to help build classes, which are £6 per person an hour, 2 people from a family £5 or 3 people £4. This is to try and make them inclusive for all the family, with kids starting from 5 years old (under 5’s not insured).
The sport is “Non-contact” for the starter grade and as students progress up, there is some slight contact.
Uniforms are only compulsory once a student takes the 1st grade, usually after 12 – 15 weeks, and they can be bought from any supplier, however, they are expected to have the red tiger badges on. Red Tiger uniforms are reasonably priced (buying power) and already badged up.
“This is a nice family activity, with good exercise and discipline for the children”, Tony said. “We’re very strong on no messing about in class!” The emphasis is on self-defence, instilling confidence in children and non-aggressive behaviour.
If you would like more information visit www.redtigerkarateclub.co.uk

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