Mr Parker started his karate journey at the age of 8 under Master Clifton Brown and moved through the grades to Brown Belt, before having to take a break, returning to the fold at the age of 16 and taking his 1st Degree Black Belt two years later.  He has been the Head Coach at the successful Penlan club for 5 years.  Mr Parker attained his 2nd Degree Black Belt in November 2006.