Sensei Kim Parker (2nd Dan)
Sunderland Karate Academy

Kim Parker began his Martial Arts training in 1971 when he studied Aikido at Pennywell Comprehensive School.

Shortly after this he joined H.M. Forces (Army). Whilst in the military Kim continued training in Aikido but also trained in boxing.

When his military career (spanning 24 years) ended Kim began training in Shotokan Karate in 1997 under Sensei Norman Kay (N.A.K.M.A.S). He trained up to the grade of Fifth Kyu and then began training under Sensei Derek Laing at Lambton St. Karate Kai.

Kim achieved 1st Dan in October 2003. When Sensei Derek Laing formed Sunderland Karate Academy (S.K.A.) Kim was asked if he would consider becoming one of the Senior Instructors, and he accepted. In November 2005 Sensei Kim Parker achieved his 2nd Dan.