The first East Region Grading for 2026 will be held at the Dunfermline/Carnegie dojo on Sunday 8th March.  This will be led by Sensei John Deans 5th Dan JKA  and JKA Scotland Technical Committee.

The brown and black belts will train from 10am - 11.15am followed by training for white to purple/white belts from 11.30am - 12.45pm.  A kyu grading will follow at approximately 1.15pm

All JKA Scotland licensed students are welcome to attend but to grade you must adhere to the below.

▪ Student must have Instructors Permission before applying for Grading.
▪ Participation in the Course prior to your examination is essential.

Booking for the course or the course and grading is now open.  On Line Booking is now closed.  If you had hoped to grade but missed the online booking please contact your instructor. You can still come and enjoy the course with sensei John, just bring along the completed application form and payment.  JKA East Region course and grading

Strictly no photographs or recording allowed during the Course or Grading

• By booking a place you declare that you are physically and mentally fit to participate in this course. You also indemnify the organisers and officials of the said course in respect of any negligence, loss, injury, or damage caused. You fully understand and agree that Karate is a high risk sport and injury is a foreseeable consequence whilst participating in this event.
• Photographs may be taken at this event for JKA Scotland Social Media.  If you do not give permission for your photograph to be taken, please inform registration prior to the event.