歓迎 Welcome 

We are the official representative for the Japan Karate Association in England and are excited to support members of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. 
 
We encourage you to take a look around our site to learn more about us and the JKA. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions - we're here to help! 
 

太田先生 Ohta Sensei 

Ohta Sensei attended the prestigious JKA Instructors class in his home country and was Enoeda Sensei's assistant in England from 1982 to 2003. 
 
His technical skills are widely recognised, and he is one of the most sought-after JKA instructors in the world.  
 

2024 JKA Europe Champions 

Congratulations to the JKA England Senior Men's Kumite Team! Gold! 
 
Our senior men’s Kumite team (Akbar, Josh, Harrison, and Shaun) clinched the championship title, making history as JKA European champions for the first time in our 21-year history. 

International Course Spring 

The JKA England International Spring Course will be held from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 April 2025 at K2 Crawley. 
 
Instructors 
Ogura Sensei, 8th Dan JKA 
Naka Sensei, 7th Dan JKA 
Sawada Sensei, 8th Dan JKA 
Ohta Sensei, 7th Dan JKA 

Squad Selections 

If you’re interested in trying out for Squad for the 2025 calendar year you must attend selections on the 19 Jan 2025. Full details and registration, please follow the link. 

Success at 2024 World Championships 

Gold & bronze for Bianca Webb and Mariko Watanabe, respectively, at the 16th Funakoshi Gichin Cup in Takasaki, Japan.