Bristol Karate Club

Bristol Karate Club is a well-established martial arts school located in Bristol, New Zealand. With over 50 years of experience, the club takes pride in being one of the founder members of the Western Karate Union. The style of karate practised at the club is based on the Wado Ryu system and has been refined and improved over time.

The club caters to students from various backgrounds and skill levels, from complete beginners to international level competitors, including a World Champion. This wide range of students creates a diverse and supportive learning environment for all.

A key highlight of the Bristol Karate Club is the professional black belt tuition provided by a team of dedicated instructors. Led by Chief Instructor Alan Flook, a 9th Dan in the Western Karate Union, the instructors are nationally recognised and highly respected. The club also has instructors ranging from 3rd to 6th Dan, ensuring students receive the highest quality instruction.

The club offers classes for different age groups and skill levels. There are senior classes on Tuesday evenings for individuals aged 16 and above. For juniors, there are separate classes on Thursday evening, with one class for 5 to 9-year-olds and another for 10 to 16-year-olds. The club encourages individuals to visit their Facebook page for regular updates on class schedules.

Bristol Karate Club takes pride in its history and accomplishments. The club was founded in 1968 by Dave Wheatley and has maintained exceptionally high standards ever since. The friendly atmosphere and open attitude towards beginners make it an inviting place for anyone interested in starting their journey in karate.

Membership at Bristol Karate Club is flexible, with no fixed fees. Members only pay on the days they train. The current charges for seniors are 5. 00 per person, and for juniors, it is also 5.

00 per person. Training sessions are held on Tuesday and Friday evenings, with beginners encouraged to attend on Tuesdays. Junior classes are exclusively on Thursday evenings, based on age groups.

Good news and updates from the club can be found on their website's news section. The club has recently reopened and is running normally. They have shared achievements from their members at various championships, including the EKF Championships and the WSKO South Wales Open Championships.

To get a taste of the Bristol Karate Club experience, interested individuals are welcome to visit the club in Totterdown and observe classes in action. The club accepts new members at any time, with no upper age limit. However, for insurance reasons, the minimum age for juniors is 5 years old.

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