A Derby Karate club since 2004

Our instructors

Our 6th Dan Black Belt Instructors all have over 30 years teaching experience, and are highly experienced in both teaching and competing at world-class level, with World and European Champion titles to their names. The senior instructor team — male and female — has over 130 years of experience between them.

They are supported by a dedicated team of black belt instructors who assist in class, so that students receive targeted tuition for their age and grade. Every instructor has been trained within the academy, which keeps the teaching consistent, high quality and in line with the ethos of the club.

Wado Ryu Karate

We teach a traditional Wado Ryu style syllabus, blending the core principles of the style with modern training techniques.

Alongside traditional training, the academy has an active and successful sport Karate competition squad, with many European and World titles to its name. Our Kata and Kumite development classes are where that work is done, for development and elite students.

Karate For All

We pride ourselves on being a diverse group, with students from 4 years of age to retirement age and beyond, from all sections of society.

Family. Many families train together — it is a great way to bond and grow as a family. We have students from two decades ago bringing their children and grandchildren to train with us, which we consider to be high praise indeed.

Friendship. Karate is a great way to make new friends, and lifelong friendships have been formed within our club.