UK National Online Seminar

July 2, 2020 |

Join Sensei Bob McCracken, Senior Instructor and UK National Director at GKR Karate's first ever National Online Seminar!…

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GKR Karate’s Okinawa Online Experience 2020

June 9, 2020 |

With the arrival of Zoom and live online classes, for the first time in history, students will be able to gain the rich experience of Okinawa Karate without the need…

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Karate Classes in New Zealand Are Back!

May 26, 2020 |

Over the last few months, we’ve done our best to keep in touch with as many of our students as possible via our Online Dojo, and we hope you’ve had…

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The Five Animal Styles that Influenced Karate

May 8, 2020 |

Today we’ve introduced a brand-new category to the Online Dojo – The Five Animal Styles that Influenced Karate. This video is just a snippet of a 90-minute tutorial which goes…

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Transform Your Zoom Home Dojo!

May 6, 2020 |

For those of you attending our live classes, we've created a selection virtual backgrounds for your next Zoom class.   Now you dont need to clean the lounge/garage/yard quickly before class…

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GKR Karate UK Northern Zone Online Kata Tournament

April 29, 2020 |

GKR Karate UK Northern Zone Online Kata Tournament Fill out my online form.

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Our Kata Training Videos Have Arrived!

April 22, 2020 |

The highly-anticipated Kata Video Collection is now available to purchase from the GKR Karate Online Dojo!…

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The GKR Karate Online Dojo is Here!

April 6, 2020 |

Our team of champion instructors, IT technicians and behind the scenes administrative staff have been working around the clock to construct a virtual dojo platform that will deliver professional and…

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Train Like Everyone is Watching

December 18, 2019 |

No one wants to look silly, and karate can definitely make us all seem very human at times. However, embracing that fear can actually allow us to shine. The best…

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Preventing Weight Gain with Injuries

December 18, 2019 |

A broken foot, sore knees, torn hamstring or bad back are all things that might keep us from not only karate training, but other exercise. There are plenty of things…

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Shimbun Issue #3 Out Now

December 10, 2019 |

Issue 3 of your new-look Shimbun magazine hits homes and dojos from December 16, and is packed full of features on GKR Karate members from across the globe. Pre-order now…

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Why GKR Karate?

GKR creates the right environment for our members to train in. Although we promote self defence and fitness, our style also fosters positive values, confidence, discipline, focus and well being. GKR teaches you not only how to punch and kick, it teaches you to be a better person.

We encourage students of all ages, from all walks of life to join our club and be part of the supportive ‘family’ that is GKR Karate.

  • Self Defence
  • Weight Loss
  • Focus
  • Family
  • Respect
  • Friendships