Kev Merriman

Kev is the Chief Instructor for Seiko-Kai in New Zealand.

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Kev has been successful at Regional, National and International level, medaling in UK, Canada, France, Japan and New Zealand in Kata and Kumite.

In 2006 Kev was presented an award for a lifetime dedication and commitment to martial arts at the prestigious, International Martial Arts Hall of Fame Awards in London.

Kev receives direct guidance from Grandmaster Seiko Suzuki - Soke based in Japan.

Dan Visker

Dan is the senior instructor at the Academy of Seiko-kai Karate.

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Dan started his martial arts career in Tae Kwon Do and Judo, he is a self-defence expert, and also technically proficient with advanced kicking techniques.

Dan brings humour and fun to classes and his unique approach to teaching often leaves students remaining behind after class for more!

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Jo Merriman

Jo is the club Secretary and administration officer as well as a Sensei.

She is responsible for memberships, tournament registrations, grading bookings, ordering of uniform and equipment etc.

Jo is always at hand to help out/assist as required. Her teaching style includes lots of fun for our younger members.

Jo also works hard behind the scenes for the Club. In short, Jo is the glue that keeps everything running smooth at the dojo.

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