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Nishinihon Karate Association
South Gloucestershire Karate Academy
South Gloucestershire Karate Academy
The South Gloucestershire Karate Academy are based in the Patchway/Thornbury area. They are a family-friendly, not-for-profit club that train in the Wado-Ryu style.
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SGKA practises all aspects of Karate, including self defence. Various courses and competitions take place throughout the year (which are encouraged but not compulsory). Their grading syllabus is suitable for all levels, with nine different belt colours below black belt, known as Kyu grades. Gradings take place every 3-4 months which allow students to show what they have learnt and progress to the next stage. The club handbook is available to purchase from the club for £2.
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Everyone is welcome at this friendly club, regardless of age, sex, ability and fitness level - training can start from age five. Your first session will be free, so please come along, get to know the club members and give Karate a go.
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For more information, please visit the South Gloucestershire Karate Academy Facebook page.
Intersted in Joining Us?
Please get in touch by e-mailing us at nishinihonkarate@outlook.com
About Us
The Nishinihon Karate Association is based in South Gloucestershire, founded by Sensei Ivor Thomas (7th Dan Black Belt). We are Members of the English Karate Federation, the NGB for Karate in England and the British Karate Federation (which is recognised by the International Olympic Committee). In total, 12 black belts train with us, ranging from 1st Dan to 7th Dan.
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We have several clubs operating under our association, with all instructors fully insured and DBS checked. Predominantly we study the Wado-Ryu style of karate, however we invite groups studying other karate styles to join us.
Please scroll down to find out more about our clubs. To find out more about our black belts (Dan grades), click the links below.
Can anyone train?
Karate is a sport that is open to everyone and can be practised by men, women, and children.
Our students range in age from five years to senior adults. Students that train with us constantly develop and improve in their fitness, self-awareness, confidence, and self-esteem.
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To find out more about our Grading Syllabi, and where we train click the links below.
