TYGA Karate Bollington

SUMMER BREAK
The club will be taking a break for August, enjoy the break and see you back in September.

If you’re practicing make sure you take a picture or video and post it and tag in

Apologies
but there will be no session on the 18th July / tomorrow.

Congratulations to all those inducted to the 2026 Hall of Fame. Master George Ioannou is proud to be sharing the recognition with some of martial arts biggest names.

London International Hall of Fame 2026 — Honoree / Inductee Roster

We are proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible individuals selected for the London International Hall of Fame 2026.

This year’s roster represents martial arts excellence, film and television achievement, combat sports history, media contribution, leadership, discipline, service, and lifelong dedication to the martial arts community.

From legendary champions and world-renowned performers to respected masters, grandmasters, instructors, photographers, media professionals, and community leaders, this class reflects the true international spirit of martial arts.

London International Hall of Fame 2026 Honorees / Inductees:

Don “The Dragon” Wilson
Cynthia Rothrock
Grandmaster Jose Luis Torres Jr.
Sifu David Piasta
Burt Watson
Scotty “The Bulldog” Olson
Re*****on Keyes
Sifu Koffi Yao Narcisse
Soke Frank E. Sanchez
Grandmaster James Debrow III
Stephen Blea
Vince Murdocco
Karie Jean “KJ” Kordick
Kelvin Han Yee
Don McGuire
Grandmaster Robert Clayton
Alvaro “Yaqui” Lopez Sr.
Grandmaster Gregg “Shogun” Brown
Kim Blake
James Moore
Fabian Carrillo
Grandmaster Derrick Whitlow
Dr. Robert Jackson
Nate Wren
Ralph Velez Jr.
Phil Mawdsley
Shihan Ross Greenberg
Grandmaster Steve Nemetz
Shonie “Mr. International” Carter
Master Louis DeFelippo
Tim “Zurk” Mazurkiewicz
Master Elizabeth Moringlane Yankee
Grandmaster Gary Wasniewski
Kyle D. Green — 3rd Dan
Master Mark Murphy — 9th Dan
Master Tony Leslie — 8th Dan
Master Dev Nayak — 8th Dan
Master David Buckles — 8th Dan
Master George Ioannou — 8th Dan
Master Gregorio Napoleon — 6th Dan
Master Mukta Manro — 5th Dan
Master Daniel Harris — 3rd Dan
Master Dave Saunders — 6th Dan

Congratulations to every honoree and inductee. Your years of discipline, sacrifice, contribution, and achievement have earned this recognition.

A special thank you to TYGA Martial Arts International, London International Hall of Fame, and Fox Valley TV for helping bring this international celebration of martial arts, entertainment, and legacy to a wider audience.

This is more than an award. It is a celebration of legacy, service, excellence, and the continued growth of martial arts across generations.

Congratulations to the London International Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

THANK YOU FOR RAISING MONEY TO SUPPORT Worldwide Cancer Research!

GM Gary Wasniewski on his visit to Bollington awarded Master George a trophy for long standing contribution to TYGA.

Master George is very honoured and proud to be a TYGA and we thanks GM Gary for making the trip to Bollington from London.

Congratulations to all that took their gradings on the TYGA Bollington outdoor session yesterday!! Thank you to GM Gary Wasniewski for coming and taking the session then grading the students. It’s fantastic to see them develop and achieve their next grades.

HAPPY EASTER
NO session tomorrow / 4th April

Reminder there is no class today.

Forgot to post last week!!