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GKR Karate Unveils New Club Badge

June 13, 2019 | All Articles

The premier event on the GKR Karate calendar is the GKR Karate World Cup. At this years event, held in Milton Keynes, Kancho Robert Sullivan alongside some of the top…

Expert Tips For Perseverance

June 4, 2019 | All Articles Mental Training Training

On the journey to achieving your ultimate goal, whether it be a karate goal like a black belt or one outside the dojo, such as starting a business for example,…

Issue 1 of Shimbun Local – out now!

May 27, 2019 | All Articles

Issue 1 of Shimbun Local, GKR Karate’s new-look magazine, is out now and available to enjoy in print or digitally.

Real Life Confrontation: Self Defence Beyond Technique

May 21, 2019 | All Articles karate do Life Self Defence Training

It is no secret that the world is becoming a more violent place and there is an increasing need for people of all ages to start some sort of martial…

Fueling Your Karate

May 1, 2019 | All Articles Health and Fitness

To achieve your training goals, it is essential to accompany your fitness programme with a beneficial training diet. By paying attention to your diet and increasing the absorption of vitamins…

Preparing for a Major Tournament

April 29, 2019 | All Articles Kata Kumite Mental Training Tournament Articles Training

As the 10th GKR Karate World Cup is drawing closer, we take a look at the story of David and Goliath, which if studied, can unlock principles that can help us…

Shimbun local is here!

April 11, 2019 | All Articles Health and Fitness Inspirational Students karate do

GKR Karate is pleased to announce it is partnering with sports publisher Debut to launch Shimbun Local – a new publication which champions Go-Kan-Ryu Karate and celebrates the successes of its students.

Training for Champions: Mental Conditioning

February 27, 2019 | All Articles Tournament Articles Training

If you want the best chance to succeed at any Martial Arts tournament, your mental conditioning is as equally important as your physical conditioning. Shihan Anthony Ryan explains why...

Kumite: More than Sport

February 7, 2019 | karate do Kata Kumite Self Defence Training

I hope this article speaks volumes to you and succeeds in opening your mind to something bigger than the dojo or tournaments. Regardless of our prowess in kumite, always keep…

Don’t Just Stretch For Kicks

January 27, 2019 | All Articles Health and Fitness Training

Most karate-ka feel stretching is all to do with kicking higher or to prevent the muscles being injured while kicking, and whilst that is true, the benefits to stretching go…

New Years Resolutions and the Power of Change

January 10, 2019 | All Articles Health and Fitness Life

The purpose of this article is to illustrate the importance of making resolutions and to identify the fatal flaws people make when trying to carry them out.

**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – WC10 DATES HAVE CHANGED**

December 20, 2018 | Tournament Articles

**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – WC10 DATES HAVE CHANGED** We were advised yesterday that the venue for our 2019 GKR Karate World Cup (the MK Arena) is no longer able to…

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

Synonymous with martial arts, self defence and inner self confidence are one of the key takeaways from regular training. From the age of 5 GKR teaches basic self defence and extraction moves, continuing right through to our senior grades.
Weight Loss

Karate is a great way to lose or maintain a healthy weight, with most classes consisting of aerobic, stretching and toning activities. For those who may not have exercised in some time, GKR provides a supportive environment where students can train at their own pace and physical ability. Our classes are a mixture of men, women and children of all ages.
Focus

Many parents are keen to see their children develop greater focus and discipline through their martial arts training, and GKR’s classes provide the perfect environment. Instructors teach in a respectful and supportive atmosphere through karate inspired games, activities and drills.

Family

GKR promotes a family environment, encouraging kids, parents and relatives to all train in the same class. Staying a few karate grades behind your children, will encourage them to continue a regular training program.
Respect

As a traditional Japanese martial arts, karate promotes respect to our instructors, our club, each other and most importantly ourselves. This is a key part of your learnings as a student of GKR karate.
Friendships

Although karate is considered a solo sport, it is still the foundation for many life long friendships. Classes include games and partner work where children and adults alike take the opportunity to learn about and bond with their fellow class mates.

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