Becca is the Club Manager and Director at Black Scorpion Karate CIC, where she has worked hard to create a welcoming, family-like environment. She and her husband, Sensei Paul Selby, run the club with a focus on inclusivity and community support.
Becca is involved in both administrative duties and promoting the club’s values, making sure it’s a place where everyone feels valued. She enjoys organizing events like tournaments and award ceremonies to celebrate members’ achievements and foster a strong sense of community. Becca played a key role in turning Black Scorpion Karate into a Community Interest Company (CIC), aiming to be inclusive and supportive for all members, regardless of age or ability. She leads grant and fundraising efforts to make sure financial issues don’t stop anyone from joining the club.
With her background in research, trusteeship, and community advocacy — combined with her personal experiences as a mother, a person with a disability, and being autistic — Becca brings empathy and a unique perspective to her managerial role. Her approach is all about growing together as a community, supporting each member individually, and keeping the club’s family ethos alive.