Simon Taylor 2nd Dan – He graded to 1st Dan in 2004 by Sensei Kawasoe. 2nd Dan in 2008 under World Shotokan institute. He trained in Japan under Sensei Shirai and Naito. He previously coached adults and children in clubs in Essex and ran his own club in London. He is interested in Bunkai and application of Katas. He is now a valued member of our Higashi club.

Maryan – 2nd Kyu – Assistant Kata Helper – He is a valued member of our Higashi club for many years.

James Rees 3rd Kyu – Assistant Helper – One of our valued member of Higashi Karate