Karate Instructors in Kent

We are proud to have a team of highly qualified and experienced Karate instructors in Kent who are dedicated to providing the highest quality of instruction and guidance to our students.

Our instructors are all certified and trained in the traditional techniques and philosophies of Shotokan Karate, and they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our clubs. They are passionate about the martial arts and committed to helping our students achieve their goals, whether it be improving their technique, increasing their fitness, or developing their character and discipline.

Each of our instructors has a unique background and area of expertise, allowing them to provide a diverse and well-rounded approach to our training programs. They are all committed to ongoing professional development and training, and they regularly attend seminars and workshops to further their knowledge and skills.

Our instructors are also dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all of our students. They understand that each individual comes to Karate with their own unique goals, challenges, and abilities, and they work closely with each student to help them achieve their full potential.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced practitioner, our instructors are here to guide you on your Karate journey. We invite you to get to know our team and learn more about their individual backgrounds and areas of expertise. We are confident that you will find our instructors to be passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated mentors who will help you to achieve your goals and become the best martial artist you can be.

Sensei Lee Bindra

Sensei Lee Bindra

Position: Chief Instructor

Belt Grade: 8th Dan

Joined the ISK: 1983

Trains at: All Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training: Tonfa, Bo, Jo, Nunchaku

Sensei Majid Ghabaoui

Majid Gharbaoui

Position: Senior Instructor, Chair of the Technical Committee and Headmaster of the Senior Instructors

Belt Grade: 5th Dan

Joined the ISK: 1983

Trains at: All Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Giuseppe Tomaselli

Giuseppe Tomaselli

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 4th Dan

Joined the ISK: 1990

Trains at: Sidcup Club

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training: Sai, Nunchaku and Tonfa

Sensei Louise Pressney

Louise Pressney

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 4th Dan

Joined the ISK: 2012

Trains at: Sidcup Club

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Howard Phelps

Howard Phelps

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 3rd Dan

Joined the ISK: 2001

Trains at: Sidcup and Crook Log Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Bob Slamon

Bob Slamon

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 3rd Dan

Joined the ISK: 1996

Trains at: Greenwich, Eltham and Belvedere Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Barbara Stewart

Position: Senior Instructor

Belt Grade: 3rd Dan

Joined the ISK: 2017

Trains at: Sidcup and Swanley Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Dave Hughes

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 2nd Dan

Joined the ISK: 2010

Trains at: Sidcup and Crooklog Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Tony Miller

Tony Miller

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 2nd Dan

Joined the ISK: 1983

Trains at: Eltham and Sidcup Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Jaz Dadhra

Sensei Jaz Dadhra

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 1st Dan

Joined the ISK: 2019

Trains at: Sidcup

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Jason Kirby

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 1st Dan

Joined the ISK:

Trains at: Swanley, Crook Log and Sidcup Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Chris Monks

Position: Instructor

Belt Grade: 1st Dan

Joined the ISK: 2006

Trains at: Crook Log and Sidcup Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training:

Sensei Ellen Woods

Position: Assistant Instructor

Belt Grade: 1st Dan

Joined the ISK: 2010

Trains at: Welling and Sidcup Clubs

CRB / DBS Checked: Yes

First Aid Trained: Yes

Other Training: