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The Lea Valley Karate Academy, located in central Hertfordshire and Essex, has been an established and respected karate club since its inception in 2004. Led by the experienced instruction of Sensei Daniel Hollister, a former Senior England International and 4th Dan Black Belt, the academy offers top-notch training in traditional karate.
At Lea Valley Karate Academy, their focus is on teaching Wado Ryu Karate to the highest standards. Students have the opportunity to learn various aspects of karate, ranging from self-defence techniques to honing their skills for top-level sport. Regardless of the training focus, all classes are conducted in a safe and friendly environment.
As part of their commitment to the community, Lea Valley Karate Academy has previously partnered with SPACE, a registered charity in Hertfordshire dedicated to supporting families affected by autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and related conditions.
For those interested in joining the karate family at Lea Valley Karate Academy, they offer a free one-month trial membership. This allows prospective students to experience the training and friendly atmosphere firsthand before committing to full membership.
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Lea Valley Karate Academy is dedicated to the safety and well-being of its students. They are proud to have attained the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts, supported by Sport England. The academy takes its responsibility to safeguard children and vulnerable individuals seriously, adhering to statutory responsibilities, government guidance, and best practise recommendations from organisations such as the NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) and the English Karate Federation.
To ensure the safety of all individuals involved, the academy has a designated safeguarding team in place. Sensei Daniel Hollister serves as the Chief Instructor, while Jennifer Williams acts as the Lead Safeguarding Officer and Club Welfare Officer. Parents and students can reach out to safeguarding@lvka. co.
uk or call 01707 390361 for any safeguarding concerns or enquiries.
For more information on safeguarding policies and practises, Lea Valley Karate Academy provides various downloads on their website, including codes of conduct for parents, students, and instructors, as well as their safe practise policy and safeguarding statements.
Prospective students can easily apply for membership on the academy's website. Whether it's a first-time licence, a renewal, or a replacement, the necessary steps and fees are clearly outlined for a seamless application process.