Dave Papworth

Vice Chairman

Martial arts Bio

I started martial arts in 1991 in Shukokai karate where I attained my brown belt. I then achieved green belt with UKASKO/F (United Kingdom All Styles Karate Organisation/Federation). I also have experience in different Muay Thai gyms and Kickboxing gyms but remain ungraded in these.

I joined the Bushido Zazen in 2010.
My current rank is 4th Dan Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido, achieved in November 2022. I also hold the following grades: 2nd Dan Shotokan karate; 1st Dan Kobudo; Brown belt Jujitsu. I am honored to hold a Budo Dan grade.

I was voted in as Bushido Zazen vice chairman in 2023.