Coaching Level 2
Title: Coaching Level 2 Time 9.00-1.00
On-line Zoom Class Tutor: Carl Jones
Description:
BKFA students must have completed the Coaching Course 2 before undertaking their 3rd Degree Black Sash Grading.
Coaching Course 2: Objective
By the end of the course you will understand the general principles involved in training for physical performance, know some of the underlying theory associated with the learning (and teaching) of physical skills and be able to apply these in your role as a BKFA instructor.
Content
This will be accomplished by looking at:
Skills and how they are developed for Kung Fu training
Reaction times and reflexes
Types of muscle (fast and slow twitch fibres)
Muscle action (concentric, eccentric and isometric)
How to use the body’s protective reflexes
Good Coaching Qualities
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Black Sash Grading
Title: Black Sash Grading
Time: From 10.00am. A schedule of times will be sent out to each applicant.
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Grading Panel: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell plus two Lau Gar Guardians.
Description:
BKFA Black Sash gradings for all levels of Black sash will be undertaken in front of the Panel. All applicants must register and provide all the necessary information one week before the grading date. Applicants to seek this information from their Instructor. This includes a signed authorisation form from their instructor.
Details to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Each applicant will be sent an email with their start times according to a set schedule. Each applicant must arrive ready to perform at their allocated time.
Instructors Course
Title: Instructor’s Course Time 11.00-4.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Grandmaster Yau and Master Russell will take Instructors through the key areas for improvement in the Lau Gar syllabus that have arisen through watching students at gradings and courses that have been run throughout the year. They will also advise on other news and guidance on standards to assist Instructors in coaching students.
Open to all BKFA Instructors, Assistant Instructors or potential instructors.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Anatomy and Physiology
On-line Zoom Class Tutor: Carl Jones
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course students will be familiar with the 4 main aspects of anatomy and physiology. They will have a better understanding of how their body functions during kung fu training.
Content
Anatomy & Physiology training for Martial Arts Students covers:
Bones & joints, Muscles & Tendons, Organs, Diet & Nutrition.
Tuition
Delivered by a fully qualified teacher.
Certification
A BKFA Anatomy & Physiology Certificate is issued on completion.
BKFA students must have completed the course before undertaking their Black Sash Grading. It is recommended that students seek to attend the course any time from Blue to Brown sash.
Exemption
If a student has a recognised high level qualification such as Degree in Biology or A level biology then a student may be exempt from attendance and only needs to obtain a BKFA certificate signed by the instructor but it is the instructor’s responsibility to ensure that they have the necessary knowledge on the topics listed above.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Brown Sash Course
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coach: Master Russell + Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course students will have a greater understanding of the required standard for performing Lau Gar techniques in order to be successful at the 1st Degree Black Sash Grading.
Content
Content covered by this workshop will be:
Walking Techniques
Kicking Combinations including Jumping Kicks.
Hand and Kick Blocks
Knife Defences, Stick Defence,
Sets: Key Boon Sau Fa, Jong Sau, Charp Choi, Far Kuen, Fei Lung Chi, Lau Gar Luk Hap Kuen and Bac Pye Jeurn
Wood Breaking and Sparring.
Open to Purple sashes and above. The course is free to any Black sash who wishes to attend.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
First Aid
Title: First Aid Time: 10.00-5.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Tutor: Simon Fenwick
Description: Course Objective
By the end of the course students will have a greater understanding of emergency first aid and could use the practices should they encounter an incident in the class. As this course is now extended to 6 hours, then students will receive a certified First Aid certificate which will be valid for 3 years.
Content
First Aid training for Martial Arts Students covers: The role of the first aider, prioritising treatment, resuscitation (CPR), recovery position, seizures, choking, blood loss, shock, treatment of bleeding, broken or dislocated bones, Health & Safety Law, accident recording, strains & sprains.
Tuition
Delivered by qualified First Aid Coach from the BKFA’s partner organisation, CTC Training & Development Limited.
Certification
A BKFA First Aid Certificate and a recognised First Aid certificate from a First Aid accredited organisation, valid for 3 years, will be issued on completion.
This course is registered with a First Aid approving organisation.
BKFA students must have completed the course before undertaking their Black Sash Grading. It is recommended that students seek to attend the course any time from Green to Brown sash.
Exemption
If a student has a recognised first aid qualification, then a student may be exempt from attendance and only needs to obtain a BKFA certificate signed by the instructor but it is the instructor’s responsibility to ensure that they have seen the certificate and that it has not exceeded the expiry date.
BKFA Instructors
This is an opportunity for BKFA Instructor to obtain a valid first aid certificate through an approved First Aid Training provider. This is the same as the Emergency First Aid at Work 6 hour National Standard Course.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place, email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Coaching 1
On-line Zoom Class Tutor: Carl Jones
Description:
BKFA students must have completed the Coaching course 1 before undertaking their 2nd Degree Black Sash Grading.
Coaching Course 1: Objective
By the end of the course you will have a greater understanding of how to communicate the techniques of the style and a sense of proper behaviour.
Content
This will be accomplished by reviewing:
· Requirements needed for Instructors
· Overview of BKFA Policies
· Coaching a class including planning, delivery, feedback and reviewing
· Understanding fitness and the 11 Components of Fitness
· Antagonistic Muscle Pairs
· Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration
· Theory of Supercompensation
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Lau Family Training (LFT)
Title: Lau Family Training Weekend (LFT) – Learn more Lau Gar
Fully inclusive residential training with the Masters and Guardians
Times: Arrive Friday afternoon
Training Times:
Friday 7.00-10.00pm
Saturday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 2.00-6.00
Sunday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 2.00-5.00
Venue: Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre, Near Newport, Shropshire, TF10 9AT
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell, Sifus: Carl Jones, Rash Patel, Robert Francis, Gary King, Jason Crabtree, Pete Hornby
Description:
Take this exciting opportunity to explore what lies beneath the techniques of Lau Gar. You will gain a deeper insight into the 8 powers and nineteen keyword that are the essential techniques of Lau Gar Kuen (Lau Family Fists) and practise effective drills and applications to further develop your speed, power and efficiency.
Throughout this intensive training weekend, you’ll learn directly from Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and the Lau Gar Guardians.
Suitable for all skill levels, our new training programme explores a variety of Lau Gar open hand, stick and sword techniques, including internal training. It will enhance your syllabus training and help you achieve your full potential.
From Friday evening through to Sunday afternoon, you’ll combine stimulating group training sessions with relaxed social time to meet friends old and new.
Enjoy excellent facilities on this fully residential course at the Lilleshall National Sport Centre, which is set in 330 acres of English Heritage Grade II listed grounds. It includes single room* accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday - and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. All dietary requirements are catered for.
For bookings and more information contact pete_hornby@hotmail.com.
*A few twin rooms are available. Early booking recommended.
Poster and full programme will be published soon.
BKFA Black Sash Grading
Title: Black Sash Grading (All levels of Black Sash)
Time: From 10.00am. A schedule of times will be sent out to each applicant.
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Grading Panel: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell plus two Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
BKFA Black Sash gradings for all levels of Black sash will be undertaken in front of the Panel. All applicants must register and provide all the necessary information one week before the grading date. This includes a signed authorisation form from their instructor.
Details to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Each applicant will be sent an email with their start times according to a set schedule. Each applicant must arrive ready to perform at their allocated time.
Lau Gar Ireland Training Camp 50th Anniversary
Title: Lau Gar Ireland Training Camp + 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Venue: Image Studios Unit 28 Westpoint Business Park, Wexford, Ireland
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell + Lau Gar Guardians: Pete Hornby, Bobby O’Neill, Derek Dawson and Frankie Cooper
Description
Full details and poster to follow.
Any to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Brown Sash Course
Title: Brown Sash Time: 10.00-4.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coach: Master Russell + Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course students will have a greater understanding of the required standard for performing Lau Gar techniques in order to be successful at the 1st Degree Black Sash Grading.
Content
Content covered by this workshop will be:
Walking Techniques
Kicking Combinations including Jumping Kicks.
Hand and Kick Blocks
Knife Defences, Stick Defence,
Sets: Key Boon Sau Fa, Jong Sau, Charp Choi, Far Kuen, Fei Lung Chi, Lau Gar Luk Hap Kuen and Bac Pye Jeurn
Wood Breaking and Sparring.
Open to Purple sashes and above. The course is free to any Black sash who wishes to attend.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
BKFA Summer Course
Title: BKFA Summer Course- Llandudno
Training Times:
25 July Sunday 10.00-2.00
26 July - 30 July Monday – Friday: 7.00-8.00am and 10.00-2.00
31 July Saturday 10.00-1.00
Venue: Ysgol John Bright, Maesdu Road, Llandudno, LL30 1LF
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell, Sifus: Pete Hornby, Carl Jones, Jason Crabtree
Description:
Course Objectives
Improve your Lau Gar skills and understanding, enhance your fitness, health and well-being, and meet friends old and new.
Highlights:
· The training programme includes over 30 hours of Lau Gar personal development, exploring new techniques and refining core syllabus essentials.
· Enjoy the fun, challenge and motivation of our group training experience.
· Suitable for beginners through to higher grades, our experienced coaches will help you achieve your training goals.
· Intensive training ensures beginners through to Orange sash will qualify for an automatic upgrade on completion.
· Social activities to meet and relax with Lau Gar friends.
Join us in Llandudno, the largest seaside resort in Wales, with its two beaches, panoramic views and nearby access to the Snowdonia National Park.
See poster for full programme and fees.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Weapons Course
Title: Weapons Workshop Time: 10.00-4.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of the Black Sash Syllabus from 2nd Degree to 6th Degree.
Grandmaster Yau and Master John will lead the workshop. You will have plenty of time and space to practise all the Black Sash syllabus that you know. You will be able to ask any questions and receive feedback you may have about your practice.
Content covered:
2nd Degree Black Sash Syllabus
JIg Ma Tarn Sau
Chor Ma Ngarc Jurn: Tsin Tak, Yeun Tak and Warng Tak
Lau Gar Darn Dough
Chiun Sum Toi
Farn Ceun Tak plus other routines and conditioning practices.
3rd Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Lau Gar Soar Hou Kwun
Kwun Jorn Doi Chark
4th Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Wood Dip Sern Dough
Ceun Foun Dough Fa
5th Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Lau Gar Par Fa
Bac Keink Kung
6th Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Di Dough Doi Tan Pye
Wooy Ceun Cheung
Open to all Black Sashes.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Coaching 2
Title: Coaching Level 2 Time 9.00-1.00
On-line Zoom Class Tutor: Carl Jones
Description:
BKFA students must have completed the Coaching Course 2 before undertaking their 3rd Degree Black Sash Grading.
Coaching Course 2: Objective
By the end of the course you will understand the general principles involved in training for physical performance, know some of the underlying theory associated with the learning (and teaching) of physical skills and be able to apply these in your role as a BKFA instructor.
Content
This will be accomplished by looking at:
· Skills and how they are developed for Kung Fu training
· Reaction times and reflexes
· Types of muscle (fast and slow twitch fibres)
· Muscle action (concentric, eccentric and isometric)
· How to use the body’s protective reflexes
· Good Coaching Qualities
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Black Sash Grading
Title: Black Sash Grading
Time: From 10.00am. A schedule of times will be sent out to each applicant.
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Grading Panel: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell plus two Lau Gar Guardians.
Description:
BKFA Black Sash gradings for all levels of Black sash will be undertaken in front of the Panel. All applicants must register and provide all the necessary information one week before the grading date. Applicants to seek this information from their Instructor. This includes a signed authorisation form from their instructor.
Details to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Each applicant will be sent an email with their start times according to a set schedule. Each applicant must arrive ready to perform at their allocated time.
Instructor Course
Title: Instructor’s Course Time 11.00-4.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Grandmaster Yau and Master Russell will take Instructors through the key areas for improvement in the Lau Gar syllabus that have arisen through watching students at gradings and courses that have been run throughout the year. They will also advise on other news and guidance on standards to assist Instructors in coaching students.
Open to all BKFA Instructors, Assistant Instructors or potential instructors.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Guardian Training
Title: Guardian Training Weekend – Learn more Lau Gar
Fully inclusive residential training for Guardians only
Times: Arrive Friday afternoon / evening
Training Times:
Saturday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 2.00-6.00
Sunday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 1.30-4.30
Venue: Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre, Near Newport, Shropshire, TF10 9AT
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell, Sifus: Carl Jones, Pete Hornby
Weapons Workshop
Title: Weapons Workshop Time: 10.00-4.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of the Black Sash Syllabus from 2nd Degree to 6th Degree.
Grandmaster Yau and Master John will lead the workshop. You will have plenty of time and space to practise all the Black Sash syllabus that you know. You will be able to ask any questions and receive feedback you may have about your practice.
Content covered:
2nd Degree Black Sash Syllabus
JIg Ma Tarn Sau
Chor Ma Ngarc Jurn: Tsin Tak, Yeun Tak and Warng Tak
Lau Gar Darn Dough
Chiun Sum Toi
Farn Ceun Tak plus other routines and conditioning practices.
3rd Degree Black Sash Syllabus 4th Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Lau Gar Soar Hou Kwun Wood Dip Sern Dough
Kwun Jorn Doi Chark Ceun Foun Dough Fa
5th Degree Black Sash Syllabus 6th Degree Black Sash Syllabus
Lau Gar Par Fa Di Dough Doi Tan Pye
Bac Keink Kung Wooy Ceun Cheung
Open to all Black Sashes.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Brown Sash Course
Title: Brown Sash Time: 11.00-3.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Master Russell plus Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course, students will have a greater understanding of the required standard for performing Lau Gar techniques in order to be successful at the 1st Degree Black Sash Grading
Content covered by 2nd workshop MODULE 2 will be: Far Kuen, Fei Lung Chi, Bac Pye Jeurn, Kicking Combinations, Knife Defences, Stick Defence, Wood Breaking and Sparring.
Open to Purple sashes and above. The course is free to any Black sash who wishes to attend.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
BKFA Summer Course
July 26- Aug 1
Title: BKFA Summer Course
Training Times:
26 July Sunday 10.00-2.00
27 July - 31 July Monday – Friday: 7.00-8.00am and 10.00-2.00
1 August Saturday 10.00-1.00
Venue: Ysgol John Bright, Maesdu Road, Llandudno, LL30 1LF
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell, Sifus: Pete Hornby, Derek Dawson, Frankie Cooper, Holly Duval, Jane Gratton
Description:
Course Objectives
Improve your Lau Gar skills and understanding, enhance your fitness, health and well-being, and meet friends old and new.
Highlights:
The training programme includes over 30 hours of Lau Gar personal development, exploring new techniques and refining core syllabus essentials.
Enjoy the fun, challenge and motivation of our group training experience.
Suitable for beginners through to higher grades, our experienced coaches will help you achieve your training goals.
Intensive training ensures beginners through to Orange sash will qualify for an automatic upgrade on completion.
Social activities to meet and relax with Lau Gar friends.
Join us in Llandudno, the largest seaside resort in Wales, with its two beaches, panoramic views and nearby access to the Snowdonia National Park.
See poster for full programme and fees.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place
Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Brown Sash Course
Title: Brown Sash Time: 11.00-3.00
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Coaches: Master Russell plus Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course, students will have a greater understanding of the required standard for performing Lau Gar techniques in order to be successful at the 1st Degree Black Sash Grading.
Content
Content covered by 1st workshop MODULE 1 will be: Walks (not including kicking combinations) Jumping Kicks... Hand and Kick blocks, Key Boon Sau Fa, Jong Sau, Charp Choi, Lau Gar Luk Hap Kuen.
Open to Purple sashes and above. The course is free to any Black sash who wishes to attend.
Please contact pete_hornby@hotmail.com to book your place
Black Sash Grading
Title: Black Sash Grading (All levels of Black Sash)
Time: From 10.00am. A schedule of times will be sent out to each applicant.
Venue: Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Drive, Telford, TF2 9SQ
Grading Panel: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell plus two Lau Gar Guardians
Description:
BKFA Black Sash gradings for all levels of Black sash will be undertaken in front of the Panel. All applicants must register and provide all the necessary information one week before the grading date. This includes a signed authorisation form from their instructor.
Details to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Each applicant will be sent an email with their start times according to a set schedule. Each applicant must arrive ready to perform at their allocated time.
Ireland Training Camp
BKFA Calendar 2026
May 9-10
Title: Lau Gar Ireland Training Camp
Venue: Image Studios Unit 28 Westpoint Business Park, Wexford, Ireland
Coaches: Master Russell + Lau Gar Guardians: Pete Hornby Bobby O’Neill, Derek Dawson and Frankie Cooper
Description
Full details and poster to follow.
Any to be emailed to: pete_hornby@hotmail.com
Lau Family Training Weekend
Title: Lau Family Training Weekend – Learn more Lau Gar
Fully inclusive residential training with the Masters and Guardians
Times: Arrive Friday afternoon
Training Times:
Friday 7.00-10.00pm
Saturday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 2.00-6.00
Sunday 6.30-7.30am, 9.00-12.30 and 2.00-5.00
Venue: Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre, Near Newport, Shropshire, TF10 9AT
Coaches: Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell, Sifus: Carl Jones, Rash Patel, Robert Francis, Gary King, Jason Crabtree, Pete Hornby
Description:
Take this exciting opportunity to explore what lies beneath the techniques of Lau Gar. You will gain a deeper insight into the 8 powers and nineteen keywords that are the essential techniques of Lau Gar Kuen (Lau Family Fists) and practise effective drills and applications to further develop your speed, power and efficiency. Throughout this intensive training weekend, you’ll learn directly from Grandmaster Yau, Master Russell and the Lau Gar Guardians. Suitable for all skill levels, our new training programme explores a variety of Lau Gar open hand, stick and sword techniques, including internal training. It will enhance your syllabus training and help you achieve your full potential.
From Friday evening through to Sunday afternoon, you’ll combine stimulating group training sessions with relaxed social time to meet friends old and new. Enjoy excellent facilities on this fully residential course at the Lilleshall National Sport Centre, which is set in 330 acres of English Heritage Grade II listed grounds. It includes single room* accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday - and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. All dietary requirements are catered for.
For bookings and more information contact pete_hornby@hotmail.com.
*A few twin rooms are available. Early booking recommended.
Poster and full programme will be published soon.
Anatomy and Physiology
Title: Anatomy and Physiology Time: 9.00-1.00
On-line Zoom Class Tutor: Alec Clark
Description:
Course Objective
By the end of the course students will be familiar with the 4 main aspects of anatomy and physiology. They will have a better understanding of how their body functions during kung fu training.
Content
Anatomy & Physiology training for Martial Arts Students covers: Bones & joints, Muscles & Tendons, Organs, Diet & Nutrition.
Tuition
Delivered by a fully qualified teacher.
Certification
A BKFA Anatomy & Physiology Certificate is issued on completion. BKFA students must have completed the course before undertaking their Black Sash Grading. It is recommended that students seek to attend the course any time from Blue to Brown sash.
Exemption
If a student has a recognised high level qualification such as Degree in Biology or A level biology then a student may be exempt from attendance and only needs to obtain a BKFA certificate signed by the instructor but it is the instructor’s responsibility to ensure that they have the necessary knowledge on the topics listed above.
Please contact Pete Hornby to book your place Email: pete_hornby@hotmail.com