Beginners will be introduced to the basics of karate including stances, punching, kicking and blocking. There will be general fitness training, self defence and pad work which will lead on to sparring techniques, and sparring itself. Students also learn different forms or sequences of moves known as kata and their application to real life situations. In addition students will learn about the etiquette of karate including politeness and respect. The training ensurers that students, particularly the youngest ones, enjoy themselves whilst getting fit and learning to defend themselves. Only very light touch to the body is allowed in training and sparring.
Classes for students from the age from 4 years and older are eligible for Regular Karate groups.
As Shotokan Karate is a true martial art and for Health and Saftey reasons no children are allowed in the adult classes.