Sampai KeithSampai Keith has been an active member of the Kimberley Shotokan Karate club since 2006 and has steadily progressed through the grades to achieve his Shodan Grade in 2019. He plays a major role in assisting Sampai Pauline in the development of the Junior grades, and has taken on the role of Club Treasurer.
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A valuable member of the club, Sampai Keith’s drive and enthusiasm rubs off on the younger members, and his commitment and reliability helped to establish the Beginners class on a firm footing. His hard work and ability has led to him receiving numerous awards such as the Student’s Student award in 2010, and the award for Overall Attitude in 2007. He was also presented with a special award of appreciation in 2013 for his services to the club and a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. Sampai Keith was lucky enough to have trained with Soke Kanazawa on his farewell course in 2010.