SBN James started training in Tamworth at the age of 7, promoting to 1st Degree Black Belt in 2005. He continued to train for a few years, before taking a break to focus on academics and other sports. At the age of 18, James returned to Kuk Sool Won, with his passion for the art greater than ever. During 2012-15, James went to study at the University of Liverpool, where he continued to train in Kuk Sool Won under Master Carl Barrie. In 2015, He promoted to 2nd Degree Black Belt.
James has practiced Kuk Sool internationally with many trips to Spain and USA. He has trained at the former WKSA HQ in Tomball, Texas with instruction from Master Alex Suh (9th Degree), the Grandmaster’s son. He has also trained with numerous other high ranking Masters and instructors in Texas and California. In 2019, James promoted to 3rd Degree Black Belt. He is currently training under the watchful eye of Master Nick Reeve, and achieved his 4th Degree blackbelt in November 2023.
Grand Championship Titles:
1st Dahn Competition:
2015 – European Champion
2015 – UK Champion
2nd Dahn Competition:
2019 – Scottish Champion
2019 – World Champion
2019 – UK Champion
3rd Dahn Competition
2022 – European Champion
2022 – UK Champion
2023 – European Champion
2023 – World Champion
2023 – UK Champion
Kuk Sool Won of North Birmingham
Pole Position, London Road Bassets Pole Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 5SA