Safeguarding


Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts

Ataru SKC are committed to a safe and enjoyable environment for it’s members.

Child Safeguarding and Safeguarding for all in general are taken very seriously and every effort is taken to ensure everyone’s safety.
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As such, having consulted professionals, Ataru have adopted a series of policies and best practices, defined by the Japan Karate Association England and have also been audited and certified by the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts.
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If you have any concerns or queries regarding Safeguarding, our designated Safeguarding contacts are below. Your consultations will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Why is it so important – find out more, HERE

For Safeguarding queries or concerns, please contact safeguarding@ataru-karate.co.uk.

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Ataru SKC Online Safety Policy

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Tracii Thomson, Ataru SKC

Club Manager & Safeguarding Lead

Lee Zerafa, Ataru SKC

Chief Instructor & Safeguarding Deputy

David Burns, JKA England

JKA England, Safeguarding Officer

Additional Help and Resources:

JKA England Safeguarding – https://www.jka-england.org/safeguarding-governance/safeguarding/

Safeguarding in Martial Arts – https://www.safeguardingcode.com/

Be Active Beds – https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/children-and-young-people/child-protection-safeguarding-children-and-young-people

NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/childline-posters

Ann Craft Trust – https://www.anncrafttrust.org/help-advice/friend-relative/