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Aylesford classes – change of hall

Posted on: May 21st, 2021 by David Finch

We are very excited to be able to move in to the larger hall at Ditton Community Centre from today (21st May) – The Oaken Hall. All class times will remain the same.

Entry is down the left-hand side of the main building (look out for the MF Kent flag) and in through the glass doors. We will meet you there.

Collection of children is on the opposite side of the building, just a little further down from where they would normally exit.

This also means that, when restrictions are lifted, we will have lots of space to welcome parents and family spectators.

This is a very exciting step for the school and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your continued and amazing support, particularly over the last 14-mths.

See you soon

Master Finch

12th May – Canterbury Class

Posted on: May 12th, 2021 by David Finch

All classes today will be held in the main secondary school (normal times) and not the primary school. Please park on the left as you drive in to the main campus, opposite the reception doors (up the stairs).

All the usual COVID-Safe procedures will remain in place noticeably:

  • Booking for class is essential
  • Please wait outside / in cars until called in
  • Hand sanitiser upon entry and exit
  • Face masks for students of secondary school age and above (communal areas)

2021 Grading Dates

Posted on: May 11th, 2021 by David Finch

We are delighted to be able to announce the following dates for 2021 – further details will be released soon and we will let you know nearer the time if your child has is going to be invited to attend:

Colour-belt Gradings (white – blue belts):

27th June

26th September

5th December

Panel Gradings (red-stripe & above):

27th June

26th Sept

All gradings will be held at The Canterbury Primary School, Canterbury.

Canterbury Classes – 14th April

Posted on: April 14th, 2021 by David Finch


Just for today, all of our classes will run from a different hall than usual (same times). All classes will run from:

The Canterbury Academy – main school site (see map)

(NOT the Primary School)

You can park anywhere on the left as you drive in and then entry is through the main reception doors up the stairs. You should see a big MF Kent flag.

  • Please wait outside until we call you in
  • Normal COVID-Safe procedures in place


We are really looking forward to seeing you all so please be sure to:

  • Book your space online
  • Arrive early
  • Wear trainers / Martial Arts shoes / plimsoles
  • Bring water
  • Big smiles and lots of energy

Update from Master Finch (6th April)

Posted on: April 6th, 2021 by David Finch

This week’s update from Master Finch is now available to view on the following platforms:

  1. YouTube – click here
  2. Logging in to this website
  3. Our members only Facebook group (“MF Kent Members & Online Training ” – click here)

Topics for this week:

  1. Return to classes
  2. Zoom classes
  3. Belts & certificates
  4. Panel students
  5. NEW Shop open now

NEW Shop – now live!

Posted on: April 6th, 2021 by David Finch

NEW MF Kent Shop – now live!

20% off until 19th April(Enter “Easter21” at checkout)

We now have our own shop to make things much easier for you to see and purchase new items. On here you will be able to find:

  • Uniforms
  • Sparring Kit
  • MF Clothing
  • Training equipment
  • Online DVD’s & syllabus
  • & more

We will be publishing more things over time and if there is anything specific you would like to see added do let us know.We will give out any ordered kit in class which will save you postage & packaging.To go to the shop you can either:

  1. Go to our website and scroll down – click on the shop image
  2. Click on this link: https://mfkent-shop.mymawebsite.com/

Remember – 20% off everything until 19th April!

Weekly Update from Master Finch (29th March)

Posted on: March 29th, 2021 by David Finch

As we reach the end of March we can all be thankful that there is a huge light at the end of this long tunnel and we will be able to see each other, face-to-face, very soon.


Here are a few things from last week and a look ahead……

Extremely high standard of Grading:

Well done to all of those who took part in the online Grading on Sunday. Lots of hard work went into that day and your commitment, dedication and skill really showed. We cannot wait to give out new belts and certificates in 2-weeks when we return to class.


For those who did not grade, you can be extremely proud of yourselves for your focus and progress, especially over the last month.


Those who are looking at Panel Gradings (red-stripes and above) – your training will really step up in intensity as we head towards 2nd May.

Lots to look forward to……

As you know, we will be returning to face to face classes from 12th April onward. Please be sure to:

  • Book your space online every week
  • Trainers / plimsoles / martial arts shoes ONLY
  • Please stay in cars until called into class
  • Students of secondary school age & above must wear a face mask in communal areas
  • Please be sure to read the COVID-Safe procedures for your location

Easter Weekend

There are no classes on the following days;

  • Friday, 2nd April
  • Saturday, 3rd April
  • Tuesday, 6th April

We have come so far this year and no doubt you are all as excited about returning to classes as we are. Just remember – book your space(s) online.

See you soon!

Master Finch

Easter Holiday classes

Posted on: March 24th, 2021 by David Finch

Easter Holidays – class timetable


During the Easter school holidays our classes will run as normal with the exception of:

  • Friday, 2nd – no classes
  • Saturday, 3rd – no classes
  • Tuesday, 6th – no classes
  • Wednesday, 7th – 10th – classes online
  • Tuesday, 13th – face to face classes resume



Saturday, 3rd – no classes

Tuesday, 6th – no classes

Wednesday, 7th – 10th – classes online

Tuesday, 13th – face to face classes resume

Weekly Update from Master Finch (21st March)

Posted on: March 21st, 2021 by David Finch

This week’s update from Master Finch is now available to view on the following platforms:

  1. YouTube – click here
  2. Logging in to this website
  3. Our members only Facebook group (“MF Kent Members & Online Training ” – click here)



Safeguarding Code Award

Posted on: March 18th, 2021 by MFKent

MF Kent has been awarded the “Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts”.

Achieving the Safeguarding Code, demonstrates our commitment to upholding our duty-of-care to the community and young people and recognises us as a martial arts provider that has reached and effectively maintained good safeguarding standards.


Developed in consultation with Sport England, representatives from martial arts governing bodies, and leading safeguarding experts, the Code is funded by the National Lottery and was launched by the Sports Minister in 2018.

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