Karate newcomer Gerard Foley is proving that it’s never too late to start, after scooping a series of medals this month.
Gerard Foley, a member of the Letterkenny Shotokan Karate Club and a native of Dublin, started practicing Karate a few years ago.
Beginning at the age of 41, Gerard moved up the ranks quickly, earning an Orange Belt (9th Kyu), then a Red Belt (8th Kyu), and finally a Yellow Belt (7th Kyu). His next goal is to achieve a Green Belt (6th Kyu).
Recently, Gerard participated in the GB International Karate Open in Birmingham. Although he missed his flight, he persevered and went on to win a Bronze medal in the Kata event. For those who may not know, Kata in martial arts are choreographed patterns of movements or techniques that can be practiced individually or with a team.
Gerard also competed in the Kata event at a the Mayo Karate Open Championships last Saturday, where he won a Silver/Bronze medal.
Gerard keeps up his training at the Letterkenny Shotokan Karate Club at Letterkenny Community Centre.
Silver and bronze wins for Gerard Foley at Karate Open Championships was last modified: September 21st, 2023 by