A Preston Ju Jitsu instructor has just passed his first ‘master level’ grade, almost 20 years after starting out at the same club.
Caleb Kenneford has been successfully graded for Yondan (4th Dan), a rank that in many traditional martial arts is regarded as the first true ‘master’ level.
Caleb is an instructor at Nippon UK Martial Arts, on Fylde Road, Preston. He joined this club when he was just four-years-old and has been committed to his craft ever since.
Blog Preston recently reported on the club for very different reasons after Peter Sharples, owner and senior coach at Nippon UK Martial Arts, released his second novel in the Jacob Marley thriller series, with the budding author having more books in the pipeline.
And Peter and team said they were delighted with Caleb’s achievements.
They said: “Sensei Caleb successfully graded for Yondan (4th Dan). It represents not only exceptional technical ability, but also the responsibility to lead, teach and preserve the values of the art for future generations.
“After almost 20 years with our club, Caleb has become a respected leader, an outstanding teacher and a driving force in the development of countless students. His dedication to Ju Jitsu and service to our club have left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to train with him.
“Congratulations, Sensei Caleb, on achieving Yondan. A fitting recognition of two decades of commitment, knowledge, and leadership. We are incredibly proud of you.”
