A MARTIAL arts club struck lucky at a recent international competition in Sheffield, taking home a raft of medals.

Renshinkan Aikido Club, which is based at Ashton Upon Mersey School, competed in the European Aikido Championships last month.

The day was a huge success for the club, with four golds, one silver and 10 bronze medals and a trophy for best individual in the under 10s category being brought home to Sale.