Hashtag: #MartialArts
Photos & Results: Kazumi Karate Open
The Kazumi Karate Open was held this past weekend at the Whitney Institute Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The event was hosted by the Tabata Ha Dojo under the direction of Sensei Charles Butterfield. Athletes from dojos across Bermuda delivered focused and disciplined performances in kata, kumite, and kobudo. “National Team athlete Zoe... Read more of this article
Kazumi Karate Open Set For November 23
The Kazumi Karate Open is set to take place on Sunday [Nov 23] at the Whitney Institute Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The Kazumi Karate Open takes place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the Whitney Institute Auditorium. The event is hosted by the Tabata Ha Dojo under the direction of Sensei Charles Butterfield. It brings young athletes together... Read more of this article
Results: Bermuda Open Wushu Championships
Local and overseas athletes showcased their skills in the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships at Dellwood Middle School Gymnasium on Saturday [October 18]. Senior and junior competitors were in action in Sanda [Chinese kickboxing] and taolu [forms] events. The annual tournament featured seven overseas competitors joining the island’s top performers from... Read more of this article
Juniors Excited For Wushu Championships
[Written by Stephen Wright] More than 40 athletes will compete in the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships at Dellwood Middle School Gymnasium tomorrow [October 18], showcasing senior and junior talent across Sanda [Chinese kickboxing] and taolu [forms] events. The annual tournament, running from 10am to 4pm, will feature seven overseas competitors joining... Read more of this article
Bermuda Open Wushu Championships On Oct 18
The 2025 Bermuda Open Wushu Championships is scheduled to take place this Saturday, 18 October, bringing together some of the the island’s top martial artists for a day of competition and display. The event will be held inside the Dellwood Middle School Gymnasium and will feature both senior and junior athletes competing across multiple disciplines. Related... Read more of this article
Muay Thai Athletes Win Gold & Silver In Miami
Bermuda’s Muay Thai team captured two medals, including a gold, at the Pride Muay Thai League tournament in Miami, underscoring the island’s growing presence in international combat sports. Representing Bermuda were fighters Deonde Morris and Dario Marcianese, who each delivered strong performances against experienced opponents. Morris claimed the... Read more of this article
Photos: Kata Classic At Whitney Institute
The 2025 Kata Classic, hosted by Shotocup at Whitney Institute, showcased Bermuda’s martial arts talent with standout performances from national team members, rising stars, and newcomers as the Coral Cup season got underway. A spokesperson said, “The 2025 Kata Classic, hosted by Shotocup at the Whitney Institute, concluded with powerful performances,... Read more of this article
Harto Ryu Kata Classic Set For September 28
The 2025/2026 Coral Cup season kicks off with the Harto Ryu Kata Classic on Sunday [Sept 28] at the Whitney Institute Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The 2025/2026 Coral Cup season officially launches with the Harto Ryu Kata Classic on Sunday, September 28th, at the Whitney Institute Auditorium. Hosted by the Harto Ryu Dojo in partnership with Shotocup... Read more of this article
Bermuda Karate Awards Season Champions
The Bermuda Karate Federation announced the recipients of its 2024/2025 Coral Cup Season Awards, recognizing the most outstanding athletes across senior and youth divisions. A spokesperson said, “These honors celebrate not only athletic excellence but also the resilience, consistency, and growth shown throughout this remarkable season. “This... Read more of this article
Video: Kaelin Cox Competes In Brasil
Kaelin Cox was in action in his final event at the World Wushu Championships in Brasília, Brazil, today [September 6]. Cox, who represents the Bermuda Sanshou Association, was competing in the men’s Taulo discipline, earning a score of 7.990 in the southern staff [Nangun]. BSA president Garon Wilkinson and coaches Dwayne Cox, Chaquita Simmons, and... Read more of this article
Videos: Athletes At Wushu Championships
Three Bermudian athletes — Krista Dyer, Ryah Symonds, and Kaelin Cox — showcased their skills at the World Wushu Championships in Brasília, Brazil. In the women’s Sanda [Chinese kickboxing] quarter-finals, Krista Dyer faced off against Turkey’s Sudenaz Gulay in the 65kg division, while team-mate Ryah Symonds fought esteemed Iranian Soheila... Read more of this article
Video: Kaelin Cox Competes In Taolu In Brazil
Kaelin Cox finished 26th in the openhand [Nanquan] in Taolu at the World Wushu Championships in Brasilia, Brazil. He was awarded a score of 8.753. Cox told Bernews: “It went fairly OK – I know I can do better. “I know now what I need to work on going into my next performances, which is the southern broadsword [Nandao] tomorrow and the southern... Read more of this article
