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Learn Shotokan Karate?
  • Increase Self Discipline

  • Increase Self-Esteem and Confidences

  • Learn and Earn Respect

  • Get Fit and Active​

  • Increase Coordination

  • Set and Achieve Goals - Boost Motivation

  • Increase Physical, Mental Health, and Wellbeing

  • Make New Friends

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JOIN OUR CLASSES

Don't worry if you've never done Karate before - our club instructors have much experience in teaching beginners of all ages.

Our range of classes is designed to help students to progress and achieve their own personal targets.

Many of our students practice Karate for different reasons, some to get/keep fit, some for self-defence, some people enjoy meeting new friends and others enjoy training with us to improve self-awareness, self-confidence and self-esteem.

Parents and teachers continually report on the improvement in the behaviour of children who train regularly.

Most adults we speak to are slightly apprehensive about starting something new. We often hear comments like ‘I’m too old to start’ or I’m not fit enough’. Many of our members didn't start until they were in their 40s, 50s or 60s and one of the many benefits of Karate training is that your fitness and health will steadily improve. Have a look at joining our classes.

Leeds Shotokan Karate Club is currently taking new members, if you have an interest in learning Karate or have a question about the lessons please contact us.​

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"There is No First Attack in Karate" Gichin Funakoshi

There is more to Karate than physical techniques, at its foundation is a tradition of spiritual and physical development and as Master Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan Karate said: "the ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participation". Karate training builds self-discipline, suppleness, coordination, the speed of reaction, overall fitness, stamina and a sense of inner calm. It is also highly enjoyable!

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News:

Club Kyu Grading News – Successful Course and Grading with Sensei Mick Lowe – 14th May 2025

Great news! Every student at the Leeds Shotokan Karate Club passed their grade with Sensei Mick Lowe. The Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Dojo served as the venue for the grading.


The following pupils from the Leeds Shotokan Karate Club received passing grades:

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Stacey Gray - 6th Kyu

Lillian Gray - 6th Kyu

Theodore Gray – 6th Kyu

Joanna Johnson - 9th Kyu

Koby Sheldon - 9th Kyu

Marius Videika - 9th Kyu

Emius Videika - 9th Kyu

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Well done, everyone!

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Course News - JKA England Spring Gasshuku  - 25th/26th/27 April 2025

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Well done to all who attended from Leeds Shotokan Karate Club who attended the JKA England International Spring Course in K2 Crawley with the following instructors deserves a hearty congratulations:

8th Dan OGURA Sensei [JKA Japan]
7th Dan NAKA Sensei [JKA Japan]
8th Dan SAWADA Sensei [JKA Belgium]
OHTA Sensei, JKA England's 8th Dan

 

Lots of detail and insight into the kata and technique and especially the budō.


A fantastic weekend, and a special thank you to Sensei Richard Backhouse.

Competition News - JKA Northern  and Central Region  Championships  2025 - 22nd February 2025

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Congratulations to our incredible competitors at the JKA England Northern and Central Region Championships 2025!

1st Place - Theodore Gray - 9th/7th Kyu Boys 10/12 Yrs Sanbon Kumite

1st Place - Stephen Riley - Male Kumite

2nd Place - Suzanne Wallis - Female Kumite

2nd Place - Sonny Thornton - 10/12 Yrs Boys Kumite

3rd - Stacey Gray - 9th/7th Kyu Female Sanbon Kumite

3rd - Lilian Gray - 9th/7th Kyu Girls 10/12 Yrs Sanbon Kumite

3rd - Stephen Riley - Male Kata

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A huge thank you to everyone who helped organize the event and to all who came to support the club.

Your dedication and team spirit make all the difference!

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Student of the Month News — January 2025

Congratulations to Allan Dawkins for being named Student of the Month at Leeds Shotokan Karate Club for January 2025!

Your dedication and hard work continue to impress—keep it up!

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Christmas  Social Event  - 28th December 2024

Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Adult Christmas Get-Together.

Plenty of Christmas cheer and lively conversations as we look forward to kicking off the New Year with karate!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us!

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A special thank you to Suzanne who organised it all. OSS. 

 

Social Event - Children's Christmas Party - 14th December 2024

Leeds Shotokan Karate Club An excellent kids' Christmas party at Ninja Warriors showing off our ninja skills and determination to complete the assault courses. Great fun for all.

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A special thank you to Suzanne who organised it all. OSS. 

 

Club Kyu Grading News - Successful Course and Grading with Sensei Mick Lowe - 7th December 2024

Excellent news all our Leeds Shotokan Karate Club students successfully passed their grading with Sensei Mick Lowe. The grading was held at the Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Dojo.

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The following Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Students who passed their grading are:

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Leigh Gill - 2nd Kyu

Christopher Owen - 2nd Kyu

Tom Wallis - 2nd Kyu

Sonny Thornton - 3rd Kyu

Stacey Gray - 7th Kyu

Lillian Gray- 7th Kyu

Theodore Gray - 7th Kyu

Taylor Boreham - 7th Kyu

Oscar Gray - 8th Kyu

Nick Redding - 9th Kyu

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Well done everyone!

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Competition News - HDKI GB National Open Championships 2024 - 12th October 2024

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Well done to all from Leeds Shotokan Karate Club who competed at the HDKI GB National Open Championships 2024.

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The results are as follows:

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1st Place - Stephen Riley - Kumite - Male Veterans

1st Place - Suzanne Wallis - Kumite - Female

2nd Place - Male Team Kumite - Will Byram, Jonathan Kibble, Stephen Riley and Tom Wallis

3rd Place - Jonathan Kibble - Male - 3rd Kyu and Above - 20 to 39 years  old

3rd Place - Theodore Gray - Kata - 10th – 7th Kyu - 11yrs old and below 

3rd Place - Lillian Gray - 10th – 4th Kyu - 12 - 15yrs old (below 5’ 2”) 

3rd Place - Theodore Gray - Kumite - Any Grade - 8 to 9 years old 

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Well done all.

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Massive thanks to all who came down to support the club.

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Student of the Month News - September 2024

Well done to Sonny Thornton on his achievement of being Leeds Shotokan Karate Club  - Student of the Month for September 2024.

Keep up the hard work.

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Competition News - JKA Northern  and Central Region  Championships  2024 - 29th September 2024

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Well done to all who competed at the JKA England Northern and Central Region Championships 2024.

2nd Place - Suzanne Wallis - Female Kumite

2nd Place - Stephen Riley - Veterans Male Kumite

3rd Place Sonny Thornton - 10/12 Yrs Ippon Kumite

3rd Place Tom Wallis - 19/39 Yrs Male Kumite

3rd Place Tom Wallis - 19/39 Yrs Male Kata

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Massive thanks to all who came down to support the club.

 

Social Event and Beer Festival News - 7th September 2024

Thanks to all who attended the social event/get-together at the Leeds International Beer Festival with Leeds Shotokan Karate Club. It was entertaining and a great pleasure to get to know everyone.

 

A special thank you to Suzanne who organised it all. OSS. 

 

Student of the Month News - July 2024

Well done to Taylor Boreham on her achievement of being Leeds Shotokan Karate Club  - Student of the Month for July 2024.

Keep up the hard work.

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Club Kyu Grading News - Successful Course and Grading with Sensei Mick Lowe - 21st July 2024

Excellent news all our Leeds Shotokan Karate Club students successfully passed their grading with Sensei Giuseppe D'Onofrio. The grading was held with the following clubs Newark JKA Karate Club and Sheffield Mu-shin Dojo at Newark JKA Karate Club.

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The following Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Students who passed their grading are:

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Stacey Gray - 8th Kyu

Lillian Gray- 8th Kyu

Theodore Gray - 8th Kyu

Taylor Boreham - 8th Kyu

Oscar Gray - 9th Kyu

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Well done everyone!

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Student of the Month News - June 2024

Well done to Suzanne Wallis on her achievement of being Leeds Shotokan Karate Club  - Student of the Month for June 2024.

Keep up the hard work.

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JKA England Open Course - North  - 30th June 2024

A fantastic day at the JKA England Open Course today in Sheffield! Thank you to Ohta Sensei for a brilliant session. Always a pleasure to train with you Sensei.

Thank you to Sensei Dave Paulus for the putting our student through the coaching license course!

Well done Sensei Steve Cuddy, Sensei Stephen Riley and Sensei Jonathan Kibble on passing the coaching license. 

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Social Event and Gin/Rum Festival News - 22nd June 2024

Thanks to all who attended the social event/get-together at the Leeds Gin/Rum festival with Leeds Shotokan Karate Club. It was entertaining and a great pleasure to get to know everyone.

 

A special thank you to Suzanne who organised it all. OSS. 

 

Student of the Month News - May 2024

Well done to Stacey Gray on her achievement of being Leeds Shotokan Karate Club  - Student of the Month for May 2024.

Keep up the hard work.

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Student of the Month News - April 2024

Well done to Theodore Gray on his achievement of being Leeds Shotokan Karate Club  - Student of the Month for April 2024.

Keep up the hard work.

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Club Kyu Grading News - Successful Course and Grading with Sensei Mick Lowe - 24th March 2024

Excellent news all our Leeds Shotokan Karate Club students successfully passed their grading with Sensei Mick Lowe. The grading was held with the following clubs Newark JKA Karate Club and Sheffield Mu-shin Dojo at Newark JKA Karate Club.

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The following Leeds Shotokan Karate Club Students who passed their grading are:

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Leigh Gill - 3rd Kyu

Christopher Owen - 3rd Kyu

Tom Wallis - 3rd Kyu

Sonny Thornton - 4th Kyu

Madeleine Lamb - 7th Kyu

Stacey Gray - 9th Kyu

Lillian Gray- 9th Kyu

Theodore Gray - 9th Kyu

Taylor Boreham - 9th Kyu

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Well done everyone!

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