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Kyōtō Chief Instructor Steve Ashby has been invited to teach at Kaizen No-Michi on Saturday 5th September 2026, leading dedicated sessions for both Tigers and adult karateka.
As children return to school, discover how karate can support skills that reach far beyond the dojo — including focus, discipline, confidence, resilience, respect, teamwork and physical fitness.
Important notice: All classes at Avonmouth Rugby Club on Tuesday 11th August 2026 have been cancelled. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday classes will run as normal. Thank you for your understanding.
Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō is proud to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with a special seminar featuring Sensei Dave Kershaw 8th Dan and Sensei Dorian Fretwell 8th Dan. Taking place over 9–11 October 2026, the weekend includes free and paid karate sessions, together with a specialist Bō seminar, marking three decades of traditional Shotokan Karate in Bristol.
Congratulations to John Sun on achieving Shodan (1st Dan) and Sharon Joseph on earning Nidan (2nd Dan) at the SKIF-GB Dan Gradings following the 52nd Summer Gasshuku in Nottingham. This article looks at the demands of a traditional Dan grading, the challenges faced by all Kyōtō candidates, and why perseverance is just as important as promotion in the lifelong journey of karate.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
