Pauline Laville-Bindra 8th Dan performing an attack on Hirokazu Kanazawa 10th Dan
It is with great sadness that we are forced to face this day with the passing of a loving wife, mother, founder and President of Blitzsport Corporation: Pauline Laville-Bindra. BD/MA (Hons) in Theology and globally one of karate’s highest graded leading ladies, 8th dan.
The loss comes to a great shock to us all as she inspired many with her determination in the martial arts, her complete devotion to Christianity and her passion for her family’s strong involvement in the continuation of her life’s work.
Her martial arts journey began in 1957 at Middlesborough Judo club, shortly after gaining her brown belt and in 1961 she took an interest in karate in England’s first dojo. Her training became under the guidance of Sensei Kanazawa who awarded her, her 1st dan. She then continued under Sensei Enoeda who out of honoring her spirit in the art presented her his own black belt. After many years she continued her training with the help of Sensei Enoeda by moving to America becoming a student under the Legendary Sensei Richard Kim 10th Dan.
She had often spoke about how the hardships of being a woman in a then dominant male art, which forced her to fight for her right to stay and compete. She stated that on more than one occasion, some wished she would quit as the presence of a woman in the dojo was mocking the art of karate. Despite this, she continued and proved that her spirit could overcome the gender battle, gaining respect and adoration from many of her peers.
Pauline Laville-Bindra 8th Dan with Masatoshi Nakayama 10th Dan
In her life she achieved not only dan grades in Karate but also was part responsible for the movement of karate throughout its growth in England. From being a founder member of all the governing bodies of Karate in England from the BKCC right up to EKGB. She was also the founder member of the KUGB, and started Thames Karate, which in the late 70′s was 10,000 members strong. She has taught many of England’s top Shotokan Instructors of today, who now head their own associations many National, International and JKA champions in Kumite and Kata.
She was a feared instructor who continued teaching harsh and character testing lessons that she once herself had to endure. Students traveled from all over the country to train with her. As the highest ranking female in Europe and possibly worldwide she is a legend in her own right, proving that gender does not determine spirit.
In the last 7 years of her life, she slowly handed over the responsibility of Blitz to her family so she could completely devote herself to Christ and recently gained an Honors Degree and Masters in Systematic Theology. From this she started her ministry “The Children of Christ – hope for the lost.” A charity based and outreach program helping those who were on the verge of giving up on life and empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to keep going. The confidence she acquired through her conditioning in karate.
As we are coming to terms knowing that time will never heal the pain of our tragic loss, we understand the importance to continue her legacy living our lives through the words that she bestowed upon us:
“For It is not the number of trophies or Dan Grades that I have won or achieved that give me a sense of success, it is the strength and discipline of my character which has been tempered through the art of Karate and the Love of God which has helped me survive and succeed in all that I do. I thank The Lord Jesus for everything that I am and have achieved”.
May the Lord rejoice in the return of His loving child… and may her spirit be instilled within us all as we face our opponents. May she rest in peace on the passing of her final grading…
Amen.
Sunrise: 8th January 1945 - Sunset: 21st July 2010
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We are so sorry to hear this bad news, she will be missed
Pauline’s life story should be placed more widely within the public domain as it must surely serve as inspiration for many young people struggling to find a positive role model. I never met Pauline, I am sure it was a privilage for those who did.
One of my fisrt training lessons was in 1967 under Pauline Laville she and Ray Fuller would visit us each weekend at Southsea Community Centre. She made a big contribution to the early days of Portsmouth Karate Club and was a big inspiration to female Karate. will be sadly missed.
With great sadness to hear of the loss of a great Karate Ka, and person. R.I.P.
These times are always very hard, but my students and myself send sincere condolences to Paulines family and may she rest in peace.
We are all incredibly saddened and sorry for your loss, our thoughts and best wishes go out to all of those affected by this time of passing. May she rest in peace.
Peace Be The Journey Linda x
R.I.P Pauline, I was sad to hear of your passing but pleased to have read you lived a full and happy life.
You will be missed by all. God bless you R.I.P
This is very sad news. My thoughts go out to the family. R.I.P.
Truly remarkable woman that has left her mark on society. A sad loss
God must have better places for this great lady of inspiration to look after .
It is always with sadness when great people get taken away from us. SHE WILL LIVE LONG IN EVERY BODYS HEARTS RIP
I did not know Pauline but am moved by her life of faith, trusting in the Lord Jesus’ promises to the end:
‘For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life’ John 3:16
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even though they die;” John 11:25
So sorry to hear of the passing of this dear lady. I am so pleased that she knew the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal saviour for the scriptures tell us quite clearly “neither is there salvation in any other, for there is none other name under heaven whereby we must be saved.” Though this is a sad loss for her family Pauline has simply gone home, to be with the Lord, which is far better eternally secure in the loving arms of Jesus, absent from the body, and present with the Lord.
Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you shall be saved!
Pastor Ray Pulman, Zion Chapel, Deptford.
So sorry to hear of the passing of such a karate legend and inspiration, O-Sensei will now be training with the greatest on the other side RIP, condolences from all at Whitby Shotokan.
Rest in peace.
Sorry to hear of this extremely sad news, my thoughts are with all you guys!
x
I first met Pauline and the husband in 1977/8, always helpful, giving sound advise which has helped shape my future in Shotokan, as I’ve been teaching for 30 years, this was invaluable. A sad loss to Shotokan, a sad loss to all. Sensei heaven sent XX
We are sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts are with the family of this great karateka.
My sincere thoughts and prayers go to Pauline’s family. What an incredible lady, and such a witness through this email link today. I am truly humbled and inspired by this story. As a black belt kick boxer and Christian – I really appreciate this. God bless. x
You made it possible for all females to enjoy the art of karate,
ossu Sensei
It’s always a sad day when we loose great Martial Artists, there is peace in the thought that their knowledge and experience has been passed on through generations, and will therefore keep their memory alive for ever. My Condolences
Our thoughts go out to the family at this sad news. May she rest in peace.
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Pauline Laville Bindra,
To her family and friend we send our deepest sympathy.
Our only link to immortality is through the love that we shared
And the wisdom we gave to those that we taught.
Great Instructors never die they just become gods uchideshi.
R.I.P
Ossu !!!!
although i dont know pauline personally she must have been an inspiration to everyone that knew her.god bless pauline. my thoughts go out to your family
Our prayers & thoughts for the family & friends of Pauline she will be sadly missed
but will never be forgoten her memory & insperation will live on
From everyone at the Coatbridge Ju – Jitsu Club
may she R I P
As a fellow martial artist, i would like to give my thoughts to her family at this sad time. She will always be an inspriation to others in her determination to overcome an obstacle to forfill her dreams.
with Honour and Respect
Our thoughts and best wishes go out to Pauline’s family.
From all at Saracen Martial Arts.
I did not know her, however the acheivement shall inspire more woman too great things our deepest condolences from Shaolin Kickboxing.
Chief Instructor
Kingsley Morgan
Another iconic martial artist is taken from us. My deepest condolences to Lee and his family.
Always a great loss when the matial arts community losses such an inspirational figure like her, may her soul rest in peace..
Best Leg Taekwondo Students
Our thoughts are with you all.
Jamie and all at New Breed
Rest in peace, Sensei Pauline. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the whole family. You are all in our prayers.
Thanks Pauline for all your help back in the early days.
I lovely lady, a Karate-Ka.
You will be missed by the many people you have touched on your journey.
Deepest sympathy
Andrew Genery and family
G.B.Y R.I.P X
I’m so sorry for your loss. Our love and respect goes to all in the Bindra family.
RIP Pauline.
In our hearts so sadly missed truely a very remarkable Lady may the good lord grant her a place along side of him in honour
Pip Bassett
RIP, leaving a great organisation which we all are grateful.
RIP. You have left a true legacy behind and you have achieved so much in your time. You are and will be a true inspiration.
Dear Lee, Dear Bindras, Dear Fidlers,
I was so shocked when I got your email. I was so looking forward to meet you again in London.
I ffel a grat loss. Pauline was one good business-women and I will really miss her advice and help doing business.
But most of all I will miss her personality.
My thoughts are with your right now.
solicitously
Christian Buhl
Hannover, germany
What a shame I did not know this story of Pauline before her death, she sounds like a remarkable woman and first and foremost a faithful Christian servant. Solomon tells us in Ecleciaties that all lifes ahievements under the sun are vanities. All that she achieved is gone from her save one, her relationship with our God. God gives us gifts to use in the best way he inteneded and so in this way Pauline honoured God with her achievements, since they were given to God and were surely achieved through the power of the Holy Spirit that undoubtably was within her. Surely she will be richly rewarded in her new life with our Saviour Jesus Christ.
an inspiration to so many! a sad loss a true follower of the ” way of Bushido”
So sorry for your loss. She will leave behind a great legacy which will live on.
R.I.P.
So sorry for your sad loss, our thoughts are with you at this time.
A true Karate ka to be missed
Sad news indeed. We had all heard of Pauline and her reputation when we started Karate in 1970. A true martial artist, a true human being, may your family be blessed and comforted by her memory.
UK Bushido Karate Association
Devastated to hear this, it’s heartbreaking. Love going out to the family, you are all great people and I feel for you in this sorrowful time.
From myself, all of my students and on behalf of all martial artists based at The Dojo Sidcup we would like to send our sincerest condolences to Pauline’s husband Lee, Danny, Jay and Elida and the extended family. A massive shock to everyone.
Pauline was a legend in her own time and will be remembered fondly by all who new her and admired by thousands who didn’t.
Have a safe trip home Pauline. Here’s to a full and good life!
Thanks for an amazing legacy.
A sad loss indeed. Pauline will be remembered as an inspiration to many.
Sincere condolencies to Lee, Elida, and all family members.
Am deeply sorry to hear this sad news. Me and my wife send our thoughts to her family and wish them strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Kate and I are both saddened by this news, our thoughts and best wishes go to the family. Rest In Peace.
with the depest respect for the family of such a person that was highley loved. i would like to take this time to send my healing thoughts and prayers to all in this difficult time
I new Pauline from the early seventies with the KUGB she really was a remarkable lady, God bless and let her sleep peacefully. Condolences from all at the Welsh Shotokan Karate Union.
I met Pauline only once. However right from the begining she came across as a very strong person with great determination. Never to be forgoten by all who knew her, and all who knew of her life and her acomplishments. Condolences from SAMA Karate Organisation.
R.I.P Pauline God bless you.
with deepest respect. rest in peace.
Osu,
Whilst I was not fortunate to meet this honourable lady – I’ve heard of her many times during my visits to the UK and in chatting to many different karate teachers.
I am now more sad that I did not make a greater effort to meet with her and to soak up some of her ideas and thoughts.
I can only wish her family and those at Blitz strength during these tough times. No one else can feel your pain, but sometimes knowing others care & share your pain & loss may be a source of strength & courage.
May it help you to 2 know there are others who are thinking of you & caring about you.
Osu~!
R.I.P Pauline. A truly remarkable and Inspirational woman. A great example to both male and female Karateka.
I ask that the Bindra family please accept my sincere condolences on their tragic loss. Pauline will be sadly missed and her impact on the karate world will not be forgotten.
Conddences to all the family sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear the sad news
Merciful God, we rejoice in the gift of love that we receive from the heart of jesus your son.
Openour hearts to share his life and continue to bless us with his love.
God gives and God takes away, as Pauline mission on earth is compleated. Pauline R.I.P
It takes so long to make good friends and it hurts that you can loose one so quick.
Love to you Lee and all your family. God Bless
Ticky.
sorry to hear
thank you for helping clubs across the UK persue their interests.
R.I.P
Darrin
Russin All-Round Fighting Federation UK
I did not know Pauline, in fact I had not heard of her till a few minutes ago but from what I’ve just read I wish I did have the honour of knowing her. I believe the world is a lesser place for having lost her but a better place for having had here at all.
May God bless her and may she rest in peace.
you were the 1st lady of martial arts r.i.p or thoughts are with your family
RIP
She was a great insperation to all who take up the art of Karate.
Her new journey will leave an empty void in the field of Karate R I P
To her family may I just say
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Albert Ross
Satorishido Martial Arts
Please accept our condolences and may God give you strength at this sad moment in life.
My prayers will give strengh to the family, my heart feels for you all and her friends, these days come to us all, some lonely, some not,Pauline has acheived a great deal in her life lets be proud shes an inspiration,lets not be sad but take an understanding from this and lets acheive are goals and remember where we got the strength from. R.I.P x
This is very sad news. I have many fond memories of Pauline since the start of Blitz & only later did we find that we both started Karate at the same dojo, Middlesbrough Budokan, although myself not until 1967. An inspirational woman who made her mark in British Karate & we send sincere condolences to Lee, Elida & all the family.
At this difficult time,
I and all our members would like to pass on our condolences to all the family.
God Bless and Rest in Peace Pauline.
Cris Janson-Piers
and members of BFKKO and WAKO
Whilst I was not fortunate to meet this honourable lady I would Like to say with great sadness to hear of the loss R.I.P .I ask that the Bindra family please accept my sincere condolences on their tragic loss.
all from the Samurai Jiu Jitsu Club Oldham UK
With deep respect, I pray for both you and your family, you have not gone but passed though to the Main Dojo, where our Sensei awaits you with open arms.
My sincere condolences.
Thomas Cahill
Condolence from all of the members of cobra martial arts Scotland. Which i must agree with my friends of the martial art world this is a massive shock to everyone .
Although her life has passed away her knowledge has been passed on to many a student so this will keep her spirt alive within the martial art world…R.I.P. & God bless you……Pauline.
With deep respect. Please accept my sincere condolences to all family and friends. From myself and all the students at Genjitsu No Karate Kai.
R.I.P
Bob White
RIP Pauline and condolences to family and friends.
Respect for your achievements in Martial Arts & Rest In Peace.
I am slightly speechless and moved at reading about Pauline Laville Bindra.
Sounds like she is one of those special people who come around once in awhile and touches people lives.
My sincerest condolences to her family and friends.
I didnt know this lady however i am a customer of Blitz. I would like to send my sincere condolences to all of her family & friends, May your hearts be healed, gone but not forgotten. RIP
Carl Mackay
My condolences to Pauline Bindra’s family
hi,
we are very sad to hear this,
our sincere condolences !!!
We are deeply sadened to learn of your loss. The thoughts and respect of everyone at Saizen Kai Karate are with you.
Sincere condolences from all at Goole Tang Soo So. Respect to a woman who has earned the right to be remembered simply as an oustanding karate-ka
So sorry to hear this sad news. The world has lost a legend. I will keep her in my prayers.
Patrick
My deepest condolences to paulines family what a great loss,a true pioneer of martial arts and all that it stands for.
regards Shihan paul madden ,founder /chief instructor bugeisha fighting arts
OSU!
Rest In Peace.
Our sincerest and deepest sympathies to the family of Pauline and to our friends at Blitz.
‘Oss, Lavill-Bindra Sensei’, You will never walk alone. From everyone at Shinsei Mixed Martial Arts Club in Liverpool UK.
very sorry to here of this. rip
from jim and aaron vincent
I wish I had known such a wonderful example to the world of Martial Arts, she was and always will be an inspiration to all who follow her, the right to be remembered was earned and not awarded, a truly wonderful lady, let all the ladies out there involved in the Martial Arts stop and think for a short while just who made it all possible. Condolences from myself and all my students.
Although I did not know of Paulline Laville Bindra, it is inspirational to read of her many accomplishments.
Discrimination and prejudice in whatever guise is unpleasant and unwarranted. The martial arts purport to be open for all, but by the division, egos and negative behaviour we know this is not always true. It is therefore refreshing to read of someone who rose above the crowd to fight for her right to be accepted. As a disciple of the Art of Karate, she spread its beauty and her knowledge to all and sundry.
Let us rejoice that there was a torch bearer to light the passage for so many. Let us aspire to follow in the footsteps of her many positive actions and let us take heart and comfort she did indeed do, what she loved.
Rest in Peace Paulline Laville Bindra, …. Your Work is Done.
Frances and I were very sad to hear about the passing of Pauline. I first met her back in 1974 when I opened a dojo in Kent as a member of the KUGB/Thames. She was very friendly and supportive. We had nothing but great respect for her as a person and Kareteka. God bless you and sincere condolences to Lee and the family
Arthur & Frances
My condolences
The loss of another true legend from the Karate worldis only made more tollerable by the legacy that continues in her name. Domo Arigato Gozaimashita.
Condolences to all the family from all at 5 Elements
My most sincere condolences to all of the Bindra family.
I have worked with Blitz since the 1990′s which is when my journey began in martial arts.
God Bless
xxx
R.I.P
Farhad Ali
Sheffield Kickboxing and AFK Promotions
What a truly sad loss for Lee and all the family. It’s devastating and I’m thinking of you all. Began training with Sensei Pauline in 1984 and she graded me from 10th kyu to nidan. She is always there in the back of my mind when I train or teach. She was a true inspiration to all who trained with her and to the karate world. Never forgotten.
Pauline was my friend and when a bright light goes out it simply hurts. God Bless you Pauline and God Bless the Bindra family. There is nothing I can say or do that will make this journey any easier on you but know that if there was I would do it. Your friend always.
A sad sad loss, my condolences to all the family
Len
Our sincere condolences from all at Crown Tae Kwon Do. As a customer of Blitz a great legacy has been left behind. Our thoughts go out to all friends and family at this sad time. God bless.
I would liked to have met this Sensei just once.
Sorry to hear about your loss, every Martial Atrist is part of one big family our deepest sympathies
From
All At First Strike Karate & Kickboxing Club, Clydach, Swansea
A sad, shocking loss and at an age where her life was still ahead of her with the work for charity and God.
Condolences to her family and all who knew her from the Instructors and students of Pil Sung Do in the UK.
sincere condolneces to all the bindra family.
we are so sorry to hear the loss of a good woman everybody at takeda sends there regards to all staff and family my the angels look after you nick takeda karate 8th dan
The sun had gone down in the martial arts world.
Our thoughts are with you.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. All our thoughts from everyone at kainan kai
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Pauline will be sadly missed and her impact on the karate world will not be forgotten. An inspiration to all.
My very best wishes to the Bindra family.
Adam Carter
We are deeply sadened to learn of your great loss. Our thoughts and respect of everyone at American Kenpo Karate Jersey are with you. Our condolences to Pauline Bindra’s family.
I must admit I was deeply shock when I heard the news of Pauline passing away. Although I was deeply saddened I suddenly reflected on the days years ago when I used to pop into the shop in Welling and exchange a bit of banter with Pauline. God bless you Pauline, you will be dearly missed throughout the whole martial arts community. You touched so many people in many different aspects of life and that in it’s self is a form of immortality as you live on in others.
God Bless. RIP. x
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
You will be sadly missed. Our thoughts at Kaizen Martial Arts are with your family at this time.
It’s always sad to hear the passing of any martial artist In the 70 s I took up this art in Ireland and throught varios means combat mainly, learned of Enoeda, Nakayama and this great lady R.I.P
I did not know pauline very well in life and that is, very much, my loss.
Know that my thoughts are with her close family and the bigger family of martial artists she leaves behind.
Keith.
I did not know Pauline but she must have been a wonderful inspiration to everyone. Having started my martial art career at fifty eight I have a small appreciation of the fight she had to make to achieve her position in Karate. She may be gone but her beacon still shines. R.I.P.
Jim Trowers
We were shocked to hear of Pauline’s passing and would like to pass on our respects for a person that achieved so much in Karate and business throughout her life. Our thoughts and condolences are with all the family all at this time.
It is indeed very sad news. I didn’t know Pauline personally, but as a UK karate-ka, you couldn’t help but know of her. Inspirational people like Pauline are what pave the way for martial artists of the future to flourish and for this reason alone, as well as so many others, she will take her rightful place alongside the very best. The words above reveal a happy, worthwhile life, embracing everyday as a blessing and a valuable lesson to us all in persistence, dedication and self-development. What more could you ask for? From all at the ESKK dojo, RIP
It is with great sadness that i write this note we travelled different paths by way of the Martial Arts but a truly great person is never forgotten no matter what path you choose to follow.
Our condolences to your family near & far you are Blessed to have had such an outstanding & honourable individual in your Family.
Pauline may have passed on but her Spirit & Strength remain with us all eternally.
Stay Blessed & Positive Always.
From All at ASCMMAS
Shifu Edwin Hector
Our sincere condolences go out to all the Bindra family ,we are deeply saddened by this news ,RIP Pauline ,you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
May Pauline rest in peace ,i send my sincere condolences to all the family ,May her legacy live on forever
I am so sorry to here about the passing of Pauline. I knew her boys very well and she should be very proud of who they have become, great friends and a tremendous asset to her legacy.
Love and well wishes to the family, keep your chin up, its what she would have wanted.
From Richard and all at Canton Martial Arts
Gone way to soon
im really sorry to hear that pauline has passed away as an ex employee of blitz sport im really sorry my seer condolences to danny, jay, elida and lee
all my best to the binda family
My sympathies,
I learn the news with sorrow and I join the family in mourning the loss of a great woman.
R.I.P
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time
From all at Freestyle Kempo Jujitsu
All our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
sincere condolences to Paulines family and may she rest in peace.
Well I did not know the lady but feel she now rests in peace and with her maker. I wish her safe journies for this lady’s spirit will not be still, she will continue to assist from the highest side of life.. God Bless ..
my thoughts are with the family at this time of loss
I never knew you but have heard of you as i used to study shotakan myself
you are a legend to the art and will be sadly missed.
My heart goes out to your family.
We’re shocked and saddened to hear of your loss, and we send our deepest condolences. Om Mani Padme Hum
Sad news. Inspirational lady, condolences and thoughts to the family and all who knew her. Karen
We hear your news with profound sadness and regret. Paulines achievements are exemplary in the world of martial arts and especially Karate – I knew of her reputation even as a youngster in seventies in the north east. Truly an inspiration.
Rest in peace Pauline – a true pioneer of Shotokan Karate.
Our thoughts are with family and friends of Pauline. May she rest in peace.
I did not know pauline, however being a customer of Blitz. I would like to send my sincere condolences to all of her family & friends,
Sincere condolences to Lee and family at this sad time.
Our thoughts go with you and may your hearts be filled with all the good memories.
My sincerest condolences to Pauline’s family and many friends.
My heart goes out to you all at this most trying of times.
Requiescat in Pace.
I am in Australia saying goodbye to my father who passed last week, so I know how you must feel. My thoughts are with you.
Regards
Bill
My condolences go to Pauline’s family and close friends at this sad time. I hope you find comfort from all the thoughtful messages and prayers left here. May she rest in peace and rise in glory.
In this day of plastic Masters and Dan grades to hear this news is even more tragic. I never had the honour to train with this lady, it would have been a privilage.
My respects to all in this time of loss.
Steve and Alana Harrop
May God Bless her for all her hard work and her spirit as it now rests in heaven and in the karate world.
a warrior may pass from this plain
but in their teachings the spirit will allways remain
a truly remarkable lady to all who knew her, i wish i had
I deeply shocked and saddened at the loss of one of Karate and the martial arts leading ladies. Pauline was and is an inspiration to all karateka but particularly for women in our sport.
She will be deeply missed.
The Karate Union of Wales extends it’s deepest gratitude and regards to the life of a truly great woman.
Congratulations to Pauline on making the most of the gift of life!
Condolences to the family and all at Blitz,
another great loss for the martial world.
Pauline will NOT be forgotten.
Both myself and Steve were very sad to hear of Paulines passing. Pauline inspired me to train when I first started at 14 years of age many years ago, she was an inspiration to all the female Karateka that followed after her. We were honoured to call her a friend and our thoughts are with Lee and her children at this sad time.
I am saddened to hear the sad news of Pauline’s passing and my sincere condolences goes out to all the family at this difficult time.
May Pauline rest in the precious arms of Jesus our Lord and Saviour.
God bless you all.
God Bless you Pauline.
I only met you twice and on both occasions, you left deep impression, a true fighter!
My sincere condolences to the Bindra family.
Such a remarkable person who has led the way for most, and opened the doors for many more. Someone not to be forgotten.
I was so shoked to hear this news… it was only a couple of weeks ago, during one of my regular visits to the shop, that i saw pauline with her usual “huge smile” and even bigger pressance. All of us at Bushido Kai Martial arts thoughts are with you guy’s at this time of sadness.
a truely remarkable lady and martial arts icon, that lead the way….
respect always
Andy Bennett I.T.K.J.A
Chief Instructor
Bushido Kai Karate-Jitsu
A truly inspirational woman with the heart of a lion. Condolences from Doncaster Tang Soo Do…
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Linda and her family at a time when all you may feel are loss and sadness.
Hold onto the good times to help you through the hard times.
Dave.
Sad news, our thoughts go to the family and friends left behind who are left with such a void in their lives, but strengthened by many incredible memories
Best wishes
JG
My condolences to her family and friends. Osu.
RIP Pauline. Sad, sad, sad.
A great martial artist and person, who will be sadly missed, but never forgotten.
Ossu!
Linden
Please pass on the Boston Judo Clubs condolences to her family & friends.
Pauline was and will continue to be an inspiration to many both within the Shotokan circles and outside.
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
May I pass on my most sincere condolences to you and yours at this sad time. I do not know you personally but we are all part of a bigger martial arts family. Remember when we leave here…we move on to a better place. I give you my love…Gary
Sorry to hear of your loss, a sad day for the martial arts world
Our sincere condolences to the family of Pauline, and all who knew her. Let her inspiration continue through all who she inspired. RIP
a sad loss but the legacy will remain. our thoughts are with the family at this time x x god bless x x
It is very sad to lose karate-ka, especially a figure head of women in the martial arts world, someone who has done so much for the promotion of karate in the UK. Our thoughts are with you family at this time. God Bless.
From all at the Kyokushin Academy. Osu!
Sorry to hear of your sad loss, we send our condolences to all the family. May she rest in peace.
A sad day for martial arts and a irreplaceable loss to her family, our thoughts and sympathies to you all from all at koketsu karate club and Budokan Wales xx
Our deepest Condolences to you and your family in this difficult time. May she rest in peace. From myself and all the students of Shika Do Karate Ireland.
I am but one of the many karateka who have passed through Pauline’s dojo and although my karate journey continues elsewhere I will never forget the lessons I learned with Pauline and her family. She has rightly secured her place in the history of British karate and that of women in karate in particular.
My thoughts are with her and her family at this time but I shall also spend time to remember her in the future.
Sincere condolences from the Kenseikai Ju-jitsu dojo’s in West Sussex and Hampshire.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.x
Safe home Pauline , R.I.P
YOU HAVE ACHIEVED SO MUCH IN THE WORLD OF MARTIAL ARTS AND THE KNOWLEDGE YOU IMPARTED ON OTHERS THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEBERED. MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a great woman.
Very Sorry
Shihan Pauline’s passing serves as a reminder to me that the Vanguard of Karate for my generation are slowly leaving us. Hers is an inspiring story both to me, as a Karate Instructor, and my students (especially the girls). To the Bindra Family and Blitz staff, my apologies for not being able to see you personally as I am abroad. Please accept my condolences at this time. Respects are also extended from my students and their families.
Andrew Ramsey
(Hidayat Shotokan Karate Academy)
Spring has its hundred flowers,
Autumn its moon,
Summer has its cooling breezes,
Winter its snow.
If you allow no idle concerns
To weight on your heart,
Your whole life will be one
Perennial good season.
– The Golden Age of Zen,
sincere condolences to all her family. RIP Pauline.
It is sad to hear of the loss of a lady who seems to hav made a remarkable impact this sport, that still in this day and age see women as lesser than our male counterparts. I have practised MA both Karate and Taekwondo for 25 years and still have to prove myself. I admire this lady in what she did and hope her memory continues to do.
It was a lady just like this that made me want to do what i do today i hope i can make half the difference that you did.
May you rest in peace and my sympathy to the family.
Karen
A very sad loss to Karate and to those who knew her. A formidable and remakable Sensei who did a huge amount for Karate in the UK as well as teach and encourage people like me to go on and become dedicated Karateka, following in her footsteps. She will be deeply missed by many! My personal thoughts and condolences as well as those of my Association go out to Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason in this difficult time.
Rest In Peace Sensei! Oss.
It is with great sadness I hear about this loss, I have huge respect for anyone that follows the path of martial arts to such a high level, and also puts back the knowledge they have gained into the arts in some form or other, for the family, freinds and people that have been touched by this wonderful lady you have my heart felt condolences… may her memory live on in the work that you do.. respect the mauler..
My commiserations to all the family, this has shocked me to the core.
My sincere condolences to Lee and all of the family, a friend of many years who will be greatly missed. An inspiration to us all. RIP.
One of the greatest karate Sensei the UK has ever seen or is ever likely to see. A true innovator and an inspiration to all of us. Our thoughts are with Lee and Elida and the family at this sad time.
so shocked when i read the e-mail.
My condolences to Lee and the family
rest in peace Pauline God bless
We have known Pauline a very long time, she always had time for a chat even after years sometimes a sad loss to the karate world our prayers are with Lee and the family. God bless
God bless. Our thoughts and prayers go with you.
It is with great sadness after hearing the news of Pauline l. Bindra
passing away. She has been an inspiration to me and no doubt English karate
greatest icon.
She will be missed and we of the international shin ken do Organisation
send our condolences and love to the whole family at blitz.
God bless you
Wow, what an amazing inspiration for us all, thank God for her and the legasy she leaves behind. God blessed her richly and it seems she touched so many lives. I look forward to meeting her in glory. I hope her example will lead others to do the same.
God Bless
Steve Drage 2nd Dan
R.I.P.
We are so very to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Many thanks Pauline for all the great conversations at the old Welling shop , thanks for introducing me to Steve Rowe all those years ago , thanks for your help and support when it was needed. Your memory stays with us all. Love to Lee and family.
Ian Cuthbert
Safe journey back home, my condolences to the family.
My condolences to the Bindra family.
Sensei Johnston and myself are customers of Blitz but unfortunately we did not know Pauline. After having read about her it is a great loss of a wonderful lady, a very highly skilled martial artist, a life full of purpose and drive, a witness and testamoney of her christian faith and love for God, an inspiration.
We are very sorry for your loss and we pray God will comfort and bless all the family and help them through this time of loss and sorrow.
BELFAST B.K. JU-JITSU
Sorry to here this news, I will be thinking of my good friend and when I am thinking of her she will live on in my mind . my condolences to all the family
This world has said goodbye to a wounderful individual, and heven has gained one. Heartfelt condolences for your sad loss.
Mike Dinsdale
We are deeply saddened to learn of your loss. The thoughts and respect of everyone at Mid Essex Martial Arts goes to all the family at this sad time.
Our deeply condolences to everyone that has been touched by what it seems to be a fantastic human being. Our thoughts and respect for you from everyone at Senki Dojo.
so sorry I would of liked to of met pauline passion and vision is everything
God bless you all
Sincere condolences and all good wishes to Pauline’s family.
sorry to here the news .GOD BLESS.
R.I.P Pauline.
Our thoughts are with all of those who were touched by her love and skills.
All at Academy of Oriental Arts.
was shocked to hear of the passing of a true pioneer of modern karate.she is with her di sensei who guided her life as she guided her students in hers.thoughts and prayers to all the family.
Shocked to hear of your loss, deepest condolences. Pauline was One on her own.
A sad sad loss, my condolences to all the family
Dearest Aunty Pauline – who is a truly extraordinary and amazing woman who we extremely admire.. may you rest in peace and god bless you..
We Love You,
Hulya, Kader, Deniz & Derya Yurtseven
Our prayers & thoughts to Lee, Elida, Danny & Jason – Pauline will be sadly missed.. may she rest in peace..
Gulsun, Nevzat, Alp & Cengiz Duran
Sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
R.I.P Pauline
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. R.I.P
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Bindra Family, all at Blitz Sports and anyone else whose life was touched by this inspiring and amazing woman, pioneer, martial artist and person.
From us all here at Takeshi Karate we send our condolences and thoughts at this sad time. People say loss gets easier after time, not so, one just learns to cope with the loss better after time.
The British Judo Assocation would like to offer their condolences to all of the family at this very difficult time.
I am sure it is a great loss to the close family, and the extended martial arts family. My prayers are with you all. Tony Bebbington.
Deepest sympathy to all the family.
I did not know Pauline well but what I do no is that she was a true legend of karate. May I wish her family sincerest condolences from the Uechi-ryu Karate Association of GB.
Our Deepest Sympathy go out to the Family and Friends at this very sad and difficult time, from all at the Galway City School of Judo and the Pagodas Temple Martial Arts Centre.
My condolences and prayers go to Pauline’s family.
May the peace of our Saviour, Jesus, be with her family and freinds at this time and comfort them all.
Blessing to you all – Martin Ace, 5th degree black belt
BACMA (The British Association for Christians in Martial Arts) http://www.bacma.co.uk
Our condolences to the family, friends & all at Blitz Sport.
God bless
Sorry for your loss. May God have mercy on her soul and grant her peace.
Martial arts is my passion and I have just started teaching. To hear such a story is a true inspiration to me and other teachers. RIP
Although I never had the honour to meet this wonderful, great lady, I knew of Pauline and respected her from afar.
A true martial artist from the old, and true school of martial arts.
Peace and love to Pauline`s family
What a shock! I’m sorry to hear of such a tragic loss. May you (the family) find comfort in this time of pain. I studied with Pauline at Uni. She was an inspiration. She never gave up on the important things in life. She always seemed to have a fighting spirit. May her life inspire us all to better things.
Because God is – Pauline will be again.
Until the Second Coming Pauline…
Thank you, Bindra-dono, for passing on not only your technique but your spirit and determination.
There are many who must also be giving their thanks to you that they did not in the brief span of your life.
Namu Amida Butsu.
I didn’t know Pauline but it sounds like she was a remarkable woman. who touched so many lives. Such a sad loss to the world and the family of martial arts. Deepest sympathy to Pauline’s family, friends and all at Blitz Sport. May she rest in peace.
It is hard to contain and comprehend such loss. I was in the same class with Pauline for both her BD and MA. She imparted to me the spirit of hard work and determination. She was very supportive and caring. I will miss her. Hope the family will be able to take on from where she has left, waiting for that great reunion day.
May her acts of love live on in the family.
I have only just heard the news a few hours ago, and I am in complete shock.
My thoughts are with the family who have lost an inspirational lady, mother, wife, and friend.
I studied theology with Pauline, and admired her determination and quest for helping the marginalized and ignored in our society. Her kindness will always remain with me.
And after reading the other comments the legacy of Pauline is the lives she has planted her wonderful seeds, that are growing into fruitful trees.
See you on that resurrection morning Pauline.
I never met Pauline, but having been a customer from Blitz from the early days of its foundation, I admired her efforts and achievement present in her high reputation and steem; and now I am saddened.
” Death is only a passing step in the universal concept of movement, after a pause we go on”. May God bless her.
Jairo A De Zaldúa. Tkdo master.
I am deeply saddened at the passing of Pauline. She still had a lot to offer and had done much to enhance the cause of Christ. In the short time that I knew her I discovered that she was a very purposeful woman with a vision and passion for serving the Lord. On behalf of the South England Conference I wish Lee and all the members of the family our deepest condolences
Pastor Sam Davis
Deepest Sympathy to the Bindra family from all at the Rising Sun School of Karate Cork .Ireland.
May she rest in peace
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Bindra Family, all at Blitz Sports and anyone else whose life was touched by this inspiring and amazing woman, pioneer, martial artist and person,may god bless you all.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Pauline, once. Mt thoughts are with Pauline’s family.
I first heard of Pauline when she was interviewed on a Martial Arts t.v. documentary some years ago.I can hear her ditinctive Teesside accent now as she spoke about her success in Karate and of the growing success of the Blitz corporation.I remember thinking about the tremendous character and humility that shone through Pauline as she spoke.Being from the North East of England myself originally,a Karate man and a devoted Christian, I am deeply saddened by this news.Although I did not know Pauline personally, I know in my heart that she ‘still is’ one truly amazing lady.I know she will be truly missed.My deepest condolences to all family and friends.Your brother in Christ Tony.
Deepest sympathy and prayers goes out for Lee and the Bindra family.
Pauline had a big heart for people; a very humble person. Anything she could do for any one she would do, she did not like to turn any one away whom she felt it was in her power to help. She gave sound business advice when I need it – her advise with her sense of humour will always remain with me. She was a practical person who had practical solutions. She would also go the extra mile. What a great contributor to the establishment of our church in Plumstead and in the community! I thank God for her life. R.I.P Pauline.
Sensei Lee
We are all very sad over the loss of your wife Sensei Pauline and offer are condolences to you and your Children and family.
From The Keating family
It was with great sadness that we heard of Pauline’s passing and on behalf of everyone here at Bytomic Martial Arts Distribution we would all like to pass on our sincerest respects to all of you at this time.
David Lowe
Director and fellow Karate-ka
I did not know Pauline, but obviously she was loved by many people
and, I am sorry to here she has left us. She will be surely missed by all who knew her and all her student’s. I feel somewhat deprived, that I did not know her.
My thought’s go out to all her family.
On Behalf of Sensei Ray Fuller and Thames Karate we pass on our sincerest condolences to Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason.
It is always sad to hear the loss of such a good Karate-ka especially one who was a founder member of our organisation along with Sensei Fuller.
Rest in peace Pauline.
Thames Karate
What an incredible woman, the world is a lesser place without her. A sad loss to all of the Martial Arts ,, R.I.P Sensei
Having had the pleasure of being shown the way by Pauline and Lee between 1987 and 1989, it is with great sadness this news reaches me. My sympathy goes out to the family.
After returning from teaching in the USA I heard the sad news of Pauline’s passing. She was a pioneer for Shotokan karate in the UK and will be sadly missed. My personal and my Association’s (Seishinkai Shotokan Karate International) condolences go to Lee and the Bindra family. She will be sadly missed but is now in an even better dojo. God Bless.
Im so shocked to hear this very sad news i just found out today, my best to all the family .
James May
Ryu Jutsu school of martial arts
It was with great sadness we learnt of Pauline’s passing. She was a great ambassador and inspiration to all karateka. One in a million.
Our sympathy goes out to Lee and her family.
Mike Nursey
English Shotokan Karate Association
My son and I had the pleasure of training under Master Pauline on one occasion … but … one occasion, was all it took to realise that we were indeed in the presence of someone who could command absolute respect.
Please accept our sincere condolences from the Hansen Family (Erith Dojo).
My whole body completely froze when i heard this very very sad news as i was happily shopping at Blitz. This was not what i wanted to hear and i completely was lost for words. As i left the shop with my daughter, i sat in the car for 15 minutes looking in the distance. She asked me ” daddy you ok?” and my answer to her was ” daddy is not ok at the moment because we just lost a woman i only met twice but who to me was a very discreet icon”.
It should not happen to people like pauline who had so much love in her heart and yet still so much to give to those whose lives she touched. my and my family’s hearts go to the whole family at these very sad times.
God took his beautiful child away! may she rest in peace.
I have so many memories of Sensei Pauline. I have trained under her on only a few occasions and shall remember those times painfully, yet joyfully. The last time was when she taught an MMA class. There were professional cagefighters, bouncers etc in this particular class. Everybody was thoroughly shattered by the end of it but she still received a standing ovation from the whole class.
However, the one thing I remember most, is the time I went to the Bindra home for a meeting with Sensei Lee. I arrived at 7.30pm but Sensei Lee had been called away urgently and I was invited in by Sensei Pauline. Before this time, we had only had a few brief conversations between us. Within a couple of hours, we had swapped many memories, opinions, thoughts, ideas and beliefs.
There were a few things that soon stood out amongst many topics we covered that night. Number one – It soon became clear how much love Sensei Pauline had for Jesus. Number two – It was also very clear how proud she was of her family. Number three – whatever you do, give it 100% and nobody can take it away from you. Always try to do everything to the best of your ability – that is all Sensei Pauline ever asked of anyone.
I left the home at 11pm that night not quite believing that the time had flown by so quickly. Every time our paths crossed since then, Sensei would always have the time to ask about my family and make sure that we were ok.
I will miss Sensei Pauline – not just for the killer lessons, but for her humility even during adversity. She was a true fighter right up until the very end. The rest of the family have the same traits and I know that they will all continue her legacy in several ways.
God Bless You Sensei Pauline.
Bob Slamon
It has now been 22 days since Sensei Pauline has joined God in Heaven and yet it still feels like an impossible reality.
I consider myself lucky to have met Sensei. Not just because of her renown teaching methods (she always managed to get 110% out of you, even when you thought you had nothing else to give) but more, because I had the opportunity of talking to Her, and to have wonderful discussions during which I learned much from Sensei inquisitive mind.
Sensei believed in God more than anybody I know. But, Hers, just like with the Martial Arts, wasn’t a blind believe but a conviction she arrived to by understanding.
I recall one occasion when she asked me a simple question (I thought), “Why Jesus offered fish to eat to the 1000 if they are also, just like us, Is creatures?” My simple answer was that, at that time, people were not vegetarian and it would have been the normal thing to do.
However, Jesus would have not done something for ‘that’ time as His learning is for ‘ALL’ the times. Under this angle, it became a very complex question to answer.
This was Sensei. Somebody always wanting to know and to understand more. Constantly trying to better herself in mind, body and spirit. Somebody whom, by her example, has inspired and guided many. Her teaching will continue and will be alive through the generation. Her life was so full and she accomplished so much than many, including myself, will have to leave for hundreds of years to equal Her.
Sensei, You will always be in our minds and our hearts. Ossu
Sensei when i made the cross for your church, that was our first real chat, we talked and laughed it was great you changed my views on quite a few subjects. i will always remember you god bless Sensei Pauline.
Paul Claremont
I am so very shocked. I have just read this on FB and am devastated.
My condolences to the Bindra family. Such fantastic memories training hard under the great lady’s watchful eye, many years ago. The epitome of fighting spirit.
Sensei Pauline your influence on me as a child in Karate and your effection as an adult will effect me until I am an old man. To be half the person you were would make me a special person. Until we meet again you will leave a void in me that only sheer determination will fill. The world has lost a beautiful influence but god has gained a magnificent companion. I am so sorry to Lee, Eldia, dan and Jason for your sudden loss and my heart is with you always. God bless.
If my memory serves me correctly, Pauline Bindra graded me to 9th Kyu in early 1984 in a small dojo above a working mens club in Northumberland Heath. All these years later I am still training in Shotokan and despite the time gone by I can still remember her presence as she arrived that cold winter’s evening. I cannot claim to have known her as well as others here well but I send my condolences to Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason
Deepest Sympathy to all the Bindra Family on your great loss.
I have been a customer of the Bindra’s since they first opened their shop in Welling.
However, I first met Pauline in the early 70′s when I was a 1st kyu. I remember training at Pauline’s club one night and doing kumite with her -Wow! A real fighter with such a big heart for one so small.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Colin
So sorry to hear about the tragic loss of this great lady I’m sure her legacy will live on and continue to be an inspiration to all women in Karate, thank you Sensei for helping to pave the way. Ossu.
I was shoked to hear of Sensei Pauline Biondra’s death. Condolences to her family and friends from us at Knights Karate Club.
I was a member of ISK during the ’80s and 90′s and received my 2nd kyu from a panel which included Pauline. Also remember the ISK competitions in Crook Log etc. Tough lady and shows that us women can be tough too. Oss.
I want to pass on my thoughts and prayers to Jason and his family at this sad time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Much love… Anita
I wish to offer my sincere condolences to Sensei Lee and family at this time.
Pauline has been an inspiration to those she has known, met and taught.
Her reputation has been an ispiration to those who know of her.
She lives on forever in the hearts and minds of all of those people.
We have just heard this very sad news and we are in shock. Our hearts are with you Jason and Lee. We remember Pauline as an amazing and yet humble force touching the lives of all she was in contact with. We remember her zeal to reach out to those who needed support and encouragement as she had once done in her life and will never forget her tender testimony of her journey to Christ. We also remember her as a wonderful mother and a devoted wife. So so sad that she had to leave so soon. Sending love to you Jason and Lee. xxx
Rollyon and Beth
I did not know Pauline, but obviously she was loved by many people, I want to pass on my thoughts and prayers to Jason and his family at this sad time. I speak for everyone from South England Martial Arts to say so sorry for your loss. She will be surely missed by all who knew her and all her student’s. I feel somewhat deprived, that I did not know her.
Our thought’s go out to all her family.
Sensei Pauline will be missed not only as a fantastic (and scary!) karate teacher, but also as a strong woman who provided a fantastic role model.
The karate lessons that she taught me were memorable for all the right reasons and she knew how to get the best out of her students. I never was sure in the lessons if it was a good thing that she knew my name, I certainly heard it being shouted across the hall when I let my stance slip!
Outside of karate Pauline was a lovely lady to know and always made the time to ask how myself and my family were doing. I have great respect for all the things that she achieved in her lifetime.
My sincere condolences go to Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason at this difficult time. May each day become easier to bear and may her name be spoken with fond memories of all the fantastic times you had together as a family. I will keep Pauline and all of you in my prayers.
Caroline Fairhurst
I was extremely lucky to have trained under Sensei Pauline and even after all these years I still have not forgotten the physicality and spirit of her lessons and I will endeavour to continue training in this way as a tribute to a most extraordinary person.
May Sensei Pauline rest in peace for eternity and my love and thoughts are with Sensei Lee and family.
Just heard the news from one of my students.
Sending the Bindra family , Lee, Elida, Danny, Jason my deepest condolences.
A truly amazing women, who’s legacy, achievements and contribution to the martial arts world will always be remembered.
‘Rest in Peace Pauline.’
Frank Massar
Today Tora Black Belt Academy will be holding our own memorial Kata and Meditation hour in Tribute to This Great Woman. All our female black belts and members will be there to honour her and all our male black belts and members will be humbled to her.
We will also be collecting donations and this will be given to woman’s aid.
I was shocked to hear of the sad passing of Sensei Pauline Bindra and would like to offer my sincerest condolences to her family and friends. I became aware of Sensei Bindra around ten years ago and was impressed by her determination and integrity. My Sensei started his training in Karate a short time after Sensei Bindra and he trained under Sensei Bell too. For what it’s worth I think Sensei Bindra will continue to be an inspiration to men and women who are made aware of her, both within Karate and beyond.
May she rest in peace.
I did not know Pauline personally, in fact I never actually met her! I was just seaching through this site and am touched that so many people have spent time writing such wonderful things about her life. I hope you rest in peace and God bless x
Please forgive the lateness of this posting but I have only just heard of Paulines passing.
There are a great many lovely memoies that I could share about Pauline, Lee and their loving family but I would prefer to keep those private. I would however like to state that Pauline was a very unique lady and had a great ability to make the amazing seem possible. She lead from the front in terms of female martial arts exponents but she did it because of her love of karate and not for the glory. She was the greatest female karateka and business woman this country will I believe, ever see but again she did all that she did, to push herself and provide a platform of security for her family and network of devoted friends.
Pauline will be very much missed by those that knew her (and because of the reach of her influence) by many that were not as fortunate to make her aquaintance.
My only regret is that over recent years I have not been in contact and I would have prefered to tell her this to her face;
“Pauline, you made the grade in everything that you undertook to do, you set a path for all others to follow and you will forever be remebered for all that you achieved but more importantly by the people whose lives you affected in your uniquely positive way”. Thank you, Oss.x
I will say a prayer for you Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason. God Bless.
Paul, Donna, Paige and Pierce. xxxx
I was shocked to learn of Pauline’s death and truly saddened at this loss to karate. I always admired her dedication to karate. Pauline was a truly inspirational figure, whose karate was exceptional. A strong, friendly and courteous woman. Over the last few years I had lost touch with her except for a couple of phone conversations, but my memories of her stretch back 35 years. She will be sadly missed. R.I.P.
I was shocked to hear of the sad passing of Pauline and would like to offer my sincere condolence to her family and friends.
What a lovely video. I never met Pauline but have heard so much about her bravery and determination during the last nearly 30 years through my training and as secretary of an international shotokan association. She has inspired more people than any of us realise and from what little I know she was a true example of the “Do” in karate-do.
R.I.P Pauline and please don’t give Funakoshi and the rest of them too hard a time when your in Heaven SKC !!!
My condolences to those she leaves behind and God bless
Very sad news. Pauline will be missed by many people for many reasons. Our condolences to those who will miss her most.
I must admit that due to the insular nature of my previous training I was unaware of many great people in the wider martial arts world until fairly recently. I have read all you have sent on Sensei Pauline Bindra; this is obviously a huge loss to you and the wider world…please accept my condolences.
Paul Leworthy
Kenpo 5.0(UK)
I am shocked to hear of the sad passing of Pauline.
Lee, your family were always kind to me and Pauline is a great inspiration to so many. I would like to offer my sincere condolences to you all.
Pauline was and will always be a legend, I never met her but she inspired me and made me proud to be a female karateka. I started Judo at Middlesbrough Budokan then went into karate and I’d heard of her back then in the 80′s. My thought’s and sincere condolences are with her family and friends. Her spirit and karate will live on. xxx
A lady and a terrific karate woman, such a tragic loss to us all. May you rest in peace Pauline, my deepest sympathy to the Bindra family.
So sad to lose yet another great name in the realms of the martial arts,
But as a child of Jesus. Our sister in both the realm of martial Arts and within the family of Christ Lives on in eternity. Pauline has left her footprints in OUR SAND.
Praise God……
So sad to find out about the passing of Sensei Pauline Bindra.
My wife and son have just started training with I.S.K. and I will soon be joining them. In researching the dojo, I came to realise what a truly inspiring person she must have been, and this is even more evident in all the tributes above.
We hope her spirit lives on, both in the I.S.K. dojos, and at home.
Our sincere condolences to Sensei Lee and family.
Pauline was my first contact with Shotokan Karate when she instructed at the London School of Economics Karate club in 1983. She was truly an inspirng figure who positively influenced many students and instilled in them a love for Karate which remains with us to this day. My sincere condolences to Sensei Lee and the rest of her family.
May you rest in peace Pauline, you have worked well in the martial arts and you will be always remember, in the philosophy of discipline you have talk to others and others will pass this skill onwards deepest sympathy
from
CARL COPPINI
8TH DEGREE MASTER
Well Lee, what a total shock to hear of your beloved Pauline’s sudden death. I know how much she meant to you – really the love of your life in the very fullest sense. A marriage made in heaven and so a really sad loss! I am still shocked now.
Thank God you have a lovely family to support you and for which you and Pauline should be rightly proud. She was a decent soul (indeed a true mensche!) and clearly an inspiration to generations of martial artists. What a legacy! She will not be forgotten.
Best wishes to you all.
Sean Kulyk
Registered Kinesiologist
pauline bindra was a great lady and we are all sorry for your trajic loss, may god guide you forward and lead the way x
My apologises for the late posting.
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pauline, and although I no longer practice karate and have not seen her in a long time, I hold fond memories of her from way back.
To Lee, Elida, Danny and Jason, please accept my most heart felt condolences, the world is truly diminished by her passing.
Mike Higgins
Oh Ho!!! I have just came to know about the passing of Pauline Bindra’s death, one long year after she passed away, while surfing the site. I live in Kolkata, India and had the good fortune to meet her thrice in her shop, in 1990, 1993 & 1995 during my visits to England. I went there to bought books and a few other martial arts equipments for my collection. I heard much about her from my sensei and good friend Nick Adamou. My thought’s and sincere condolences are with her family and friends. Osu!!!
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