Carnegie Dojo Scotland Squad Members
Left-right (Conor, Srishti, Holly, Caitlin, Ruby, Charlie, Gordon squad Manager)
Carnegie Dojo is delighted to announce the individuals from Carnegie Dojo who have been selected to represent Scotland at the JKA Europeans Championships in Czech, this May 2025! A huge Congratulaions to you all!
My name is Caitlin, and I'm 23 years old. I began my karate training at the age of 10, having been inspired by my dad and brother who joined before me. With 13 years of experience, karate has become an integral part of my life. My favourite kata to practice and perform is Gojushiho Sho. Karate training has not only improved my physical fitness but also instilled discipline and confidence in me.
My name is Ruby, i am 16 years old. I started karate when i was 5 Years old and i have been doing karate for 11 yearx i started karate after seeing a video of my mum doing k when she wuss younger, she then took me along to Gordon's karate club and I lowed itlI loved watching at the competitions growing up and was encouraged by the squad members at that time and that made me want to be part of a squad and travel and compete for country. My favourite katas are Kanku Dai and Kanku Sho.
my name is Conor, and I am 14 years old, I started karate at the age of 4.
One of the masons why t started karate was actualy because of the movie "Kung Fù Panda". My favourite kata is Ganialu, Personaly my karite experience has truly been amazing and I cannot wait for the next
Hello my name is Holly, I am 19 years old and started karate when I was 4. I have done karate for 15 years and I started because my mum and dad wanted me to be able to protect myself, gain confidence, discipline and have respect for others. Personally my favourite Kata is Gojushiho sho. This has aided me in becoming a 2x British Champion in both Kata and Kumite, and winning multiple Scottish Championships, along with reaching the later stages of the European championships.
Hi, Im Srishtl, and Im 18 years old. I started karate when I was & because my brother did it, and Iwanted to join him. Now, Ive Dewn practing karate for 10 years. My favorite kata is Gojushiho Dar
My name is Charlie and I started karate at the age of 4. I started alongside my brother. I have been training for the past 12 years and really enjoy my time at karate. Karate has given me confidence and instilled discipline into all aspects of my life. My favourite part of karate is kumite.
