Mayor Janet Emsley + Consort, Sohail Ahmed and Chris Hemtsock were our delegates attending the special event in 'APPRECIATION & RECOGNITION of DOJO WORLD CHAMPIONS' last SUN.
Team DOJO returned from the 2025 WMAGC World Champs in November from NORWAY with an exceptional 199 medals (68 Gold, 77 Silver, 54 Bronze).
From all the clubs representing their countries, Dojo Karate Centre won the most medals.
Also, Hanshi IRFAN ANSARI (Dojo Chief Instructor) was given the honour as 1 of 4 World Champs Rules Arbitrators.
There were some speeches made, commemorative Certificates given out to all participants, special recognition to Coaching Assistants, Volunteers and those who won most medals in various categories.
It was a wonderfully organised event with special thanks to all Parents, Volunteers, Assistant Coaches, and Coaches for all their efforts to get the Squad ready for such a success that has put Rochdale, Oldham, Middleton on the World map.
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