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A Cold Start, Strong Training, and a Proper Finish Sensei Steve recently travelled to Cleethorpes to take part in the annual Kangeiko hosted by Kaizen No-Michi, a Japan Karate Shotorenmei (JKS) club based in Cleethorpes & Grimsby.

Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dō are proud to announce that Sharon Joseph has been selected to represent SKIF-GB at the 15th SKIF World Championships in Antalya, Turkey, in November 2026. Sharon earned selection following strong performances at National Championships and Regional Squad training sessions, continuing the growing success of the Wales & Southwest Region.

As Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō enters its 30th anniversary year, we are pleased to confirm our continued affiliation with SKIF-GB for 2026. The affiliation provides students with access to nationally recognised gradings, championships, regional squad training and opportunities to train within one of the world’s leading traditional Shotokan karate organisations.

Friday 19th December 2025 marks our final training session of the year at Kyoto Shotokan Karate Dojo.

Not quite the final session of 2025 — but certainly a way to finish the year in style.

A recent Sunday Post feature has highlighted research showing how martial arts such as karate can help women rebuild confidence, resilience, and self-belief after difficult life experiences. The article reinforces what many karateka already know: the benefits of training extend far beyond physical techniques, helping students develop character, emotional strength, and a renewed sense of personal empowerment.

Steve Ashby of Kyoto Shotokan Karate returned to Grimsby to train with Kaizen no-Michi during their final grading session of the year, featuring technical partner drills, kata study and a Christmas dojo social.

Kyoto Instructor Achieves NSPCC Child Protection Certification

Under the glow of the Kyōtō full moon, rumours persist of scarecrows leaving their posts to practise karate in the fields around Bristol. A light-hearted Halloween greeting from Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō.

Kyoto Shotokan Karate Dojo was honoured to be represented at the BBC Radio Bristol Make a Difference Awards 2025, where Chief Instructor, Sensei Steve Ashby, attended as a finalist in the Active Award category.