Bishop's Stortford Karate School (Associated Karate Schools)

Bishop's Stortford Karate School (Associated Karate Schools) is a martial arts and self-defence school located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire. Established in 1995, the school is dedicated to providing traditional and sport karate tuition for both children and adults.

The Chief Instructor of Bishop's Stortford Karate School is Sensei Anthony Barrett, a highly experienced martial artist holding a 5th Dan black belt. Sensei Anthony has a wealth of knowledge and expertise, ensuring that students receive top-quality instruction and guidance.

At Bishop's Stortford Karate School, new beginners are always welcome. The school offers a trial lesson to new students, allowing them to experience the training first-hand before committing. Additionally, when joining after the trial lesson, new beginners receive the remainder of the month for free, making it an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in martial arts to get started.

The school has multiple venues in the area, providing convenience for students. In Bishop's Stortford, the classes are held at St Michael's Mead Community Centre, located in Turners Crescent. The centre offers a spacious and safe environment for training, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all students.

Safety is a top priority at Bishop's Stortford Karate School. The school has strict guidelines in place to ensure the safety of all students. Parents and guardians are required to accompany their child to and from the venue, and no child is allowed to be left unattended. Additionally, the school advises against publishing any photos or videos of AKS events on the internet or making them accessible to the public to protect the privacy and safety of all participants.

To participate in training, students are encouraged to obtain their equipment from Bishop's Stortford Karate School. By doing so, students can ensure that their equipment is of high quality and suitable for the activities. The funds raised from equipment sales also contribute to subsidising AKS events, benefiting all students.

Prior to engaging in training, students are required to consult their doctor and inform their instructor of any known medical conditions that may affect their training. This ensures the safety and well-being of each individual during training sessions. Additionally, a declaration must be signed by students, stating that they do not have any medical conditions that would prevent them from participating in strenuous exercise and that they have never been convicted of a violent crime.

Bishop's Stortford Karate School keeps a record of student details on a computer system, which is used to produce an annual licence with the English Karate Federation governing body. This not only ensures compliance with regulations but also provides students with official recognition of their martial arts training.

At Bishop's Stortford Karate School, students can expect professional instruction, a supportive and safe training environment, and the opportunity to develop their martial arts skills and self-defence techniques. Whether a beginner or an experienced martial artist, the school welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities to join and become part of the AKS community.