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Murakami Shuseki Spring Course 2026

Members of Kyōtō travelled to Nottingham to train under Murakami Shuseki at the 2026 SKIF-GB Spring Course. Focusing on body mechanics, timing, centre line and the principles behind Shotokan Karate, the seminar proved to be one of the most technically insightful courses of the year.

Kyōtō Supports UK Coaching Week 2026: Celebrating the Power of Purposeful Play

Kyōtō is proud to support UK Coaching Week 2026. Discover why this year’s theme of Purposeful Play fits so naturally with traditional Shotokan karate and how well-designed activities help students learn, develop and enjoy training.

Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō Named Best Martial Arts Club at the Business Awards UK 2026

Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō has been named Best Martial Arts Club in the Business Awards UK 2026 Sports and Leisure Awards. The award recognises the club’s commitment to traditional Shotokan karate, community spirit, and thirty years of serving students and families across Bristol.

Avonmouth Class Cancellation – 9th & 11th June 2026

Please note that all classes at Avonmouth Rugby Club on Tuesday 9th June and Thursday 11th June 2026 are cancelled due to venue unavailability. Wednesday and Friday classes that week will run as normal.

Training Through the Heat: Staying Safe During Summer Karate Practice

As temperatures rise, Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō shares practical advice on staying safe, hydrated and training effectively during summer and heatwave conditions. Learn how smart preparation and consistency help keep your karate journey moving forward.

Teaching Visit to SKIF Devon at the Met Office, Exeter

Kyōtō Chief Instructor Steven Ashby travelled to Exeter on Monday 18th May 2026 to teach two sessions at SKIF Devon, hosted by Nick Bruce-Jones-sensei at the Met Office headquarters. Training covered kihon, kumite, tai sabaki, mawashi-geri mechanics and Bassai-Dai bunkai, with students ranging from complete beginners through to returning brown belts. The visit highlighted the continued growth and positive atmosphere developing within the newly established SKIF Devon dojo.

Happy 19th Birthday Sharon

Last week at Kyōtō, we presented Sharon with a small token of appreciation for her 19th birthday — a Kyōtō mug ☕🎉

Temporary Change to Friday Karate Classes (May–June 2026)

Temporary change to Friday karate classes in Bristol BS11. Kyoto Shotokan Karate Dojo sessions move to The Rock Centre, Lawrence Weston during exam period.