Who are UCL Karate?
At UCL Karate Club, we train all aspects of our being. We train in both traditional (Ko-ryū) and modern competition sport Karate. Whether you aim to increase your physical capability, learn self-defence, understand more about traditional karate, compete for your university at a national level, or all of the above - we have something for you.
Our instructor is a Shitō-ryū practitioner and has experience in various other styles. He is also an international medalist and an English Karate Federation accredited competition coach.
UCL Karate Club is a fast growing club, and is a member of the Association 'Kofukan England' and part of 'Kofukan International'. Members of UCL Karate compete at all levels, some even at elite and international level.
What do we offer?
We train at least twice a week, including beginners sessions in the first term for those with less experience. Throughout the year, we hold regular gradings to allow people to progress.
There are also plenty of opportunities to compete, like the annual British University & College Sport Championships (BUCS), and Kofukan International.
Are we ‘all work and no fun’? Absolutely not. We believe in the importance of having a robust support system both at a group and an individual level and host regular socials outside of training.
Our History
UCL Karate holds a direct lineage to the founders of 2 mainstream karate styles, Master Kenwa Mabuni (Shitō-ryū) and Master Chōjun Miyagi (Gōjū-ryū).
I’m new, what do I bring to my first session?
Turn up in normal sportswear! Preferably something loose which allows for greater freedom of movement. If you have mits, guards, or a gi from previous experience, feel free to bring them too!
What do we offer?
We currently offer multiple memberships:
- Taster membership, FREE.
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This membership allows you to attend the initial freshers taster sessions in Term 1 and the later held re-freshers sessions in Term 2 and beyond. Curious about karate? Come try it out! We have something for everyone, advanced or entirely new.
- Beginner Membership (£55)
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If you are just starting out, thinking about picking up a new skill or maybe even improving your fitness while learning self-defence? This is for you.
This membership allows you to attend ALL regular sessions and social events. We host regular socials and our sessions are coached. We also have senior grade led sessions to complement the coached sessions, allowing you to practice more! We train outside of the term time as well to maximise your progress! All with no extra charge. (This works out to 32p a session!)
Additionally, if you start to like the training and feel like grading or competing is for you, you can upgrade to competitive at any time, you only have to pay the difference. - Grading Membership (£75)
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If you are wanting to progress to higher belts, but don't want to compete, then the grading membership is for you!
- Full Membership (£85)
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Whether you have previous experience in martial arts, want to compete, or are a beginner looking to climb the ranks - This membership is for you.
This full membership includes everything listed in the Novice membership, but also the opportunity to grade, progress and compete. This also gives you the opportunity to attend our competition squad sessions to refine your skills, all at no extra cost (bringing the value down to way below 30p a session.)
- Alumni membership (£85)
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We are more than just a university club. We think that the martial journey should be lifelong! If you are an alumni, we welcome you to join us with all the same benefits as the advanced membership.
Training times:
Tuesday 19:00 - 21:30, Bloomsbury Fitness, Multipurpose Room
Thursday (Advance only) 20:30 - 22:00, Bloomsbury Fitness, Multipurpose Room
Friday 20:30 - 22:00, Bloomsbury Fitness, Mandela Studio
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Looking forward to meeting you all! じゃあ、また!
This Club is Pride in Sport Accredited
UCL Karate Club have signed the Zero Tolerance to Sexual Harassment Pledge.
