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Our Family Classes, also known as All Grades Classes, are for all ages and abilities within karate, from first-lesson beginners to elite athletes.
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Many of our students say that training in an environment full of dedicated, hard-working karateka helps to motivate them to train to the best of their abilities.
Our Family Classes, also known as All Grades Classes, are for all ages and abilities within karate, from first-lesson beginners to elite athletes.
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Many of our students say that training in an environment full of dedicated, hard-working karateka helps to motivate them to train to the best of their abilities.
Our Family Classes, also known as All Grades Classes, are for all ages and abilities within karate, from first-lesson beginners to elite athletes.
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Many of our students say that training in an environment full of dedicated, hard-working karateka helps to motivate them to train to the best of their abilities.
"allowing our students to continue to train in a safe, controlled environment is our priority"
"allowing our students to continue to train in a safe, controlled environment is our priority"
shotokan tigers
shotokan tigers
2019
2019
2019
sunday 27th february
Sensei Alexander Lockett (2nd Dan)
KUGB Qualified Instructor
DBS Checked
National Squad Member
Alexander Lockett is a dedicated karateka who began his training at Chelmsford Karate Club at the age of five — one of the original Shotokan Tigers. Over the years, his unwavering commitment and discipline have led to outstanding achievements in karate both nationally and internationally.
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Early Training and Development​
Alexander has trained under the exceptional guidance of Sensei Jane and Sensei Richard, attending classes three to four times per week, all year round. What began as an after-school activity soon became an integral part of his identity, shaping him into a respectful, motivated, and disciplined young man.
He progressed from white belt to Shodan (1st Dan) by age 9 and achieved Nidan (2nd Dan) at 11.
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Alexander has always taken, and continues to take, every opportunity to develop his skills, including participation in:
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Club classes, courses and private lessons
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The KUGB's Young Leaders Programme
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Central Kata Squad
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Torbay Easter and Lancaster Summer Courses
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Regional, National and Black & Brown Belt courses
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England National Squad training
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Competitive Achievements​
Alexander competed from an early age, at local, regional and national level earning his first national title in Ippon Kumite at the age of 8. It’s important to recognise however, that there were many more losses than wins early in his development. His resilience, dedication, work ethic, and commitment are key skills that good Karateka continually build and develop.
Recent Highlights Include:
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2024 National Championships
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Derek Langham Trophy – Most Outstanding Competitor (16–21)
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National Male Individual Kata Champion
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Junior Male Individual Kumite (18–20) – 3rd
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Adult Team Kata Champion (Chelmsford – with Ben Whiteman and Raquel Amaro)
2024 National Youth and Student Championships
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Youth Male Kata Champion
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Youth Male Kumite (18–20) – Joint 3rd
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Student Male Kata Champion (Dan Grades)
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Student Male Kumite – 2nd (Dan Grades)
2024 Shotokan Cup
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Junior Male Kata Champion
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Junior Male Kumite (18–20) – Joint 3rd
2025 Grand Slam (1)
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Senior Male Kata – 1st
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Junior Male Kumite (18–20) – 2nd
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Senior Male Team Kumite – 1st (with England Squad)
2025 Southern Region Championships
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Best Adult Competitor
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Male Individual Kata Champion
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Male Individual Kumite (U21) Champion
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Adult Team Kata Champion (Chelmsford – with Ben Whiteman and Ben Chang)
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Adult Team Kumite – 2nd (Chelmsford – with Whiteman and Chang)
International Achievements
Alexander earned his place on the England Kata & Kumite Squads at just 12 years old.
He made his international debut at the 2022 WSKA World Championships (held in 2023 in Liverpool), winning Gold in Junior Male Team Kata with teammates Nick Nelson and Denny Shy.
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He has since competed at every ESKA and WSKA Championship, medalling consistently at both Kata & Kumite, one of very few to do so.
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Cadet Men’s Kata – Bronze (ESKA 2022)
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Junior Team Kata – Bronze (ESKA 2022)
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Juniior Team Kata - Bronze (WSKA 2023)
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Junior Team Kumite – Gold (ESKA 2023)
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Cadet Team Kumite – Bronze (ESKA 2023)
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Junior Team Kumite – Silver (ESKA 2024)
Instructor Path
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In 2024, Alexander earned his KUGB Instructor qualification, reflecting years of technical growth, leadership, and his dedication to the art. He is a role model within the club and beyond — not only for his achievements, but for his humility, professionalism, and support for others.
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At Chelmsford Karate Club, Alexander exemplifies the high standards of our dojo: technical excellence, respect, resilience, and leadership. Our instructors prepare students not only for karate at the highest level, but for the challenges of life beyond the dojo.