GORE BAY—Empower Martial Arts team members participated in the Canadian Budoka Karate Championships, with several first to third place finishes garnered by individuals.

Local competitors included David Joyce, age 12, Sarah Joyce, age 10, Tommy Joyce, age 7, Emma Chaytor, age 10, Cameron Chaytor, age 8, Parker Johnston, age 10 and Aria Wright, age 10, said Anya Wright, sensei of Empower Martial Arts, which is based in Gore Bay.

“Parker finished first in forms and fourth in self defence,” said Anya Wright. “Sarah placed first in self defence, third in forms and third in sparring. Cameron placed third in both forms and sparring. Emma placed second in forms and third in self-defence.”