Hi, as a proud supporter of Newark Shotokan Karate Club, I want to raise funds to help 3 members of the club, who have been selected to represent England, get to the World Championships in Japan in October. Each member will have to contribute around £1400 each to go, and that cost covers flights, accommodation, some transport and entry fees - they will have to additionally fund all food and anything else needed when there.

The 3 members are :

Sensei Shaun Cassidy - recently won a European Gold Medal for England in the Senior Team Kumite

Sensei Josh Hyde - also part of the Senior Team Kumite, another European Gold Medal Winner

Sensei Lorenzo Costantin - who turns 16 soon, and has been selected to compete in the World Championships

All 3 have spent many years training in Newark, and are now ready to represent both Newark and England in front of a World audience.

Any contribution to help these terrific, highly skilled athletes will be greatly appreciated.