Helen Finney
Grade - 2nd Dan Black Belt
Position - RTK Branch Instructor
Dojos - TBA
Why did you start
My middle son did his first lesson back in 2013 when he was four years old—I sat and watched the first time and then joined in the next week. I've trained with all three of my sons at different times, and it's been great to have an activity that I do with them.
What keeps you training
I love to learn and work hard, so karate is a great combination. Physically it’s great exercise and I love the challenge of new things to learn. We’ve made friends with lots of people over the years too and it’s always good to see people you train with. Training with my sons is good fun, even when we spar!
Job in the real world
I’m Finance Director in a manufacturing company
Favourite part of karate
I always say kata, but thinking about it I enjoy all of it! I’ve had to learn to enjoy kumite over the years though!
Hobbies other than karate
I love to bake and cook and I’m often found watching Liverpool FC. I’m a reluctant runner too when I get time!