Martial Art Open Day at Amateur Athletic Club

The event on December 2 is an opportunity to watch or experience different styles and teachers, and will cover Tai Chi, Aikido, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu and Karate as well as Boxing.

The day begins at 9.30 with booking in and an introduction, followed by a Tai Chi session led by veteran teacher Gwyneth Ludkin, Aikido with Paul Barker, Judo with Matt Cowell, then a lunch break at 1pm.

The afternoon sessions begin with Matt Stevens teaching Jiu-Jitsu, Bexhill Judo, then Karate with Ian Hollidge.

The day course will cost 10 pre-booked, or 15 on the day, for the whole day, with each session lasting 55 minutes - how many sessions is up to the individual.

Organiser Jason Meek said: "It's about bringing all these different martial arts and people together. We hope people from other clubs and areas will come along and try out different martial arts. It is also an opportunity for members of the public who don't already do it to come along and have a look.

"Anyone who is thinking of starting a martial art can come and watch, find out more and have a go."

On the boxing front, seasoned ABA coaches Mick Turner and Adam Sams will both be in attendance, leading boxing sessions on the stage during the entire day.

Apply for tickets at the Sports Centre in Little Common Road, or call 01424 214912, or contact Jason at [email protected]