UK Class Re-opening Details

Dear UK Students, Parents and Caregivers,

We hope you are in good health and looking forward to the next few weeks as we start returning to some of our normal routines. If the government’s roadmap for re-opening stays on track, our karate classes will be able to re-open very soon with students under 18 years able to come back first, followed soon after by adult students.

We are currently in the process of securing a re-opening date for each of our training venues, and should have the majority of them ready to go by the scheduled start times. Here’s a breakdown of our re-opening dates and conditions:

Students Under 18 years / Children

Our classes can re-open for children (U/18) from Monday 12^th April onwards. This is just over a week away – not long to go now! We encourage all of our young students to dust of their gis and re-join us from this first week back. Your regular Sensei team will be awaiting your return and can’t wait to see you all!

Students 18 years and over / Adults

Our classes can re-open for students of ALL AGES from Monday 17^th May onwards. We will send you a reminder email closer to this date and will continue to conduct LIVE ZOOM classes in your area between now and then for those who have access.

Find Your Local Class Re-Opening Timetable

Please click HERE to check out the re-opening dates for your local dojo(s).

Covid-Safe Training Protocols

Whilst we will continue liaising with health authorities to ensure we are fully compliant with any Covid-Safe requirements, we will already be implementing our own set of safety strategies upon re-opening. Amongst other things, this includes the temporary suspension of partner drills, sparring, or the use of any shared equipment such as kick shields.

Summary

This lockdown period has obviously been a challenging time for all of us but we are now hopefully seeing some light at the end of the tunnel! We’re certainly ready to celebrate the re-opening of our classes and hope that you can join us again as soon as possible.

Please contact us on adminuk@gkrkarate.com if you have any queries. Alternatively, your local Regional Instructor’s contact details are listed on your class timetable. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Regards,
GKR Karate

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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