Students from the Kobe Osaka Scotland in Falkirk have celebrated a fantastic day of success after competing at the recent Central Scotland Karate Open, held at the Ravenscraig Regional Sports Centre.

A small squad of seven students took part at the competition, with the team returning home with an impressive one gold medal and three bronze medals.

Shane Meaney was the star of the day, winning gold in the under-nines’ event with an excellent performance.

There were also bronze-medals successes for Amy Gallacher, who took bronze in the female 16 yrs + Kata, while Msizi Mlilo and Robert Geary both secured bronze medals in the 14-15 yrs Kumite event.

Sensei Paul with Shane Meaney and Amy Gallagher (Photo: Submitted)

placeholder image — Sensei Paul with Shane Meaney and Amy Gallagher (Photo: Submitted)

For some of the students, the competition was their first time competing, making the achievements even more impressive, but showed great courage, determination and sportsmanship throughout the event.

Sensei Steven and Paul are incredibly proud of the seven students who took part. The medal haul is a fantastic reward for their hard work and dedication. Getting onto the competition floor and giving it their best is a huge achievement in itself.

Kobe Osaka Scotland welcomes new members of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re looking to learn karate, improve your fitness, build confidence, learn self -defense or simply try something new, everyone is welcome.

Interested in joining the club? You can come along and give a class a try, visit www.kobeosakascotland.com for more information.