Learning Disability Week takes place Monday 15 to Sunday 21 June 2026.
The theme for 2026 is "Do you see me?" which is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued.
Build Confidence. Discipline. Strength.
What We Do - Karate-Dō
We are a traditional Shotokan Karate Dojo based in Bristol, United Kingdom (Est. 1996).
We hold Karate classes several evenings per week at our dojo's based at Avonmouth Old Boys Rugby Club, Shirehampton, The Rock Centre, Lawrence Weston and at St.Bedes Catholic College (working partner), Lawrence Weston.
Karate Classes for Children & Adults in Bristol (BS11)
Build confidence, discipline, and real skill through traditional Shotokan karate in a structured and supportive dojo environment.
- 🥋 Train free for the remainder of your first month
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly classes – train together or individually
- 📍 Classes in Shirehampton & Lawrence Weston
- 🏫 Working partner of St Bede’s Catholic College
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No experience needed • Beginner-friendly • All ages welcome
🏆 Business Awards UK 2026 Winner
Best Martial Arts Club
Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō, Bristol
Celebrating 30 years of traditional Shotokan karate.
🛡️ Safe, Structured Training
✔ Qualified First Aiders present
✔ Regular accredited training
✔ Structured and supervised classes
✔ Safeguarding-aware environment
Read about our latest group First Aid course at The Greenway Centre, Southmead.
🟠 IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?
If you’re looking for something more than just a hobby…
- ✔ You want your child to build confidence and discipline
- ✔ You’re looking for a structured, positive environment
- ✔ You want to learn real karate—not just fitness training
- ✔ You’re a complete beginner and not sure where to start
You’re in the right place.
🟢 HOW TRAINING WORKS
Our classes are structured to suit all ages and experience levels.
Students train together in a respectful dojo environment, learning from each other while progressing at their own level. Training alongside different ages helps develop discipline, awareness, and adaptability.
- Beginners welcome – no experience needed
- Progress at your own pace
- Train multiple times per week
🔵 TRAINING PATHWAYS
🥋 Kids Karate
Build confidence, focus, and discipline in a structured and supportive environment.
🥋 Adult Karate
Improve fitness, coordination, and skill while learning traditional karate.
👨👩👧 Family Training
Train together as a family, sharing progress and experience.
🏆 Squad Development
For students who want to challenge themselves and explore competition.
🟣 A TRADITIONAL KARATE DOJO
Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dojo is built on traditional values and long-term development.
- Well established dojo - founded in 1996 (30+ years serving the local community)
- 40+ years of teaching experience
- SKIF-GB Wales & Southwest Region Assistant coach
- SKIEF (Europe) accredited referee
- Affiliated with SKIF-GB under Hanshi Shiro Asano and SKIF worldwide under Kancho Kanazawa
- Students compete at National, European, and World level
- Host regional SKIF-GB gradings
- Regional Squad development sessions
- Regular seminars with senior guest instructors
⚫ WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
“My child’s confidence has improved massively since starting. The environment is supportive and structured.”
“My child’s confidence has improved massively since starting. The environment is supportive and structured.”“A fantastic dojo with excellent teaching and a great atmosphere.”
“Brilliant for both adults and children. Highly recommended.”
🟤 WHERE WE TRAIN
We run classes across BS11:
📍 St Bede’s Catholic College (Working Partner)
📍 Avonmouth Rugby Club
📍 The Rock Centre, Lawrence Weston
⚪ FLEXIBLE TRAINING TO SUIT YOU
With up to 10 hours of training available each week, you can attend sessions that fit around your schedule.
Ideal for busy families and working adults looking for consistency without pressure.
🟩 START WITH A FREE TRIAL
We offer free trial sessions for new students, typically covering the remainder of the calendar month.
This allows you to:
- Experience multiple classes
- Get a real feel for training
- Build confidence before committing
All with no obligation
Ready to get started?
Join a dojo where students develop confidence, discipline, and real skill for life.
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Latest News
All the karate club news and updates from the Shotokan Karate International Federation
As Learning Disability Week 2026 highlights the theme “Do You See Me?”, Kyōtō reflects on how karate can help individuals with learning disabilities build confidence, develop skills, make friendships and discover their own unique path to success.
Why do karate students clean the dōjō before training? This article explores the Japanese tradition of Ōsōji (大掃除), the role of junior students in preparing the training space, and how cleaning develops respect, humility, discipline and pride in the dōjō. More than housekeeping, Ōsōji is an important part of traditional karate culture and character development.
Kyōtō Shotokan Karate Dōjō has been named Best Martial Arts Club in the Business Awards UK 2026 Sports and Leisure Awards. The award recognises the club’s commitment to traditional Shotokan karate, community spirit, and thirty years of serving students and families across Bristol.
Most karateka think of tatami as simply the mats beneath their feet, but these competition surfaces influence movement, timing, distancing and mindset. In this article, Kyōtō explores the history of tatami, why traditional karate was often practised on hard floors, and how training on both everyday hall surfaces and a dedicated 12m × 12m competition tatami area helps develop adaptable, well-rounded karateka.
As Volunteers’ Week 2026 concludes, we explore the connection between volunteering and traditional karate-do, and how service to others reflects the deeper values of the martial arts.
Forthcoming Events
All our karate club events in Bristol and the wider national events of the Shotokan Karate International Federation
