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Oxford City Shotokan Karate Club

CONFIDENCE
FITNESS
DISCIPLINE

Karate club in Oxford with expert instruction for all ages and grades. Developing self-defence skills, discipline, self-control, and self-confidence.

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Tired of feeling out of shape or leading a sedentary lifestyle? Are you looking for a way to get back to being active, but the usual exercise classes just don’t interest you?


Finding an activity thats engaging, with lifelong learning potential and the ability to keep drawing you back can be challenging. This might just be what you're looking for.

Karate classes could be what you've been looking for. Our dynamic karate lessons are specially designed to address all these issues head-on. With the guidance of our experienced instructors, you'll embark on a fulfilling karate journey, gradually building physical strength, mental focus, and self-discipline. And its fun!

Improve Fitness

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Karate offers a superb way to boost overall fitness. The training itself, which includes punching, kicking, and blocking, helps build strength, improve cardiovascular health, and increase flexibility..

SELF DEFENCE

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Karate training fosters the development of skills and confidence necessary for self-defense in dangerous situations. Techniques include blocking attacks, targeting vulnerable areas of the body, and escaping from holds.

Focus & Discipline

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Karate demands discipline and focus, promoting  the development of these crucial life skills. Training cultivates goal-setting, perseverance, and unwavering focus on objectives.

What our students say

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Liam

Five stars

Great karate club. The club and Senseis (yes, two), are very welcoming, with a friendly atmosphere! It's also a JKA approved Shotokan karate club, meaning you're certain to get quality instruction.

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Cyrielle

Five Stars

Great atmosphere and technical expertise. This club really focus on making you improve in a safe and friendly environment.

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Matteo

Five stars

Fantastic Shotokan Karate Club, led by a highly qualified Sensei that teach in ways that make Karate really enjoyable to learn but, at the same time, make you work hard to achieve results. Highly recommended!

Julia and her son Jack looking happy just after a class

Julia (& Jack)

Five stars

My son Jack joined the karate club in Marston over 18 months ago and he loves it! I wanted to help build his confidence and concentration. It's also a really good exercise for energetic kids!

Jack has thrived in his lessons. He also has the opportunity to compete, without pressure to win or be perfect, but to participate and try hard. It's a well-balanced class of both males and females which is also really important to us and our values of strength coming in all shapes and sizes and genders! We look forward to lots more karate ahead.

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Jeremy

Five stars

The club maintains a genuinely friendly and inclusive atmosphere alongside first-rate instruction focusing on the fundamentals of karate technique. 

Enjoyment, discipline and respect are given equal weighting, and whilst there is no messing around during training, smiles, humour and mutual support are ever-present.

 If you want to master the fundamentals of this martial art, explore its facets and applications, get fit and strong and enjoy the journey, you should sign up without delay!

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Lee

Five stars

Excellent club.  With top-class instruction from both our Senseis, who are extremely knowledgable, and great at delivering the information required to achieve your goals. As well as pushing you to achieve your best.  

The club also has a fantastic social side to it, with regular post-training get-togethers. Everyone is super supportive and helpful in and out of the dojo, & there’s a real team spirit when at events.

 

I  highly recommend joining

What sets us apart

  • Highly Qualified Instructors: Our instructors possess extensive expertise in teaching karate to students of all ages and skill levels, ensuring top-notch guidance.
  • Team Spirit: A welcoming and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of community and belonging among members.
  • Comprehensive Development: focus on improving physical fitness and health, as well as self-defence skills and mental discipline.
  • Training Among the Best: Train alongside members of the England squad and competition medalists to elevate your skills.
  • Compete at Various Levels: Take part in regional, national, and open tournaments, to sharpen your talents and competitive spirit.
  • Innovative Teaching with Traditional Roots: We are continually exploring innovative teaching techniques to improve our teaching skills. Our core principles remain deeply rooted in the traditional methods and objectives of karate. The best of both worlds. 
  • Tailored Classes: catering to the age and fitness levels and abilities of the students, ensuring an optimal learning experience. 
  • Guest Workshops: Access exclusive workshops and seminars featuring some of the best instructors in the country.
  • Social Events and activities outside of training.
  • Training Courses & Seminars: Attend national and international courses and seminars both here and around the world.

Oxford City Shotokan Karate Club

Call: 07836 646450

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