Sensei Stephanie Waldron started training with Sensei Sue Hession at the Weoley Castle and original Longbridge dojos having previously trained in karate before moving to Birmingham. Stephanie passed her black belt grading to achieve the rank of 1st Dan (Shodan) in 2022. Outside of karate Stephanie is also a Rainbows and Girl Guides leader providing her with the extra experience that she brings to karate of teaching young children in sporting activities.