We are proud to be the official representatives for The Japan Karate Association in England. The best-known and largest Shotokan karate organisation in the world.
JKA England-affiliated clubs enjoy the following benefits:
Complete membership packages that include insurance, coaching licence, first aid and child safeguarding certification.
Kata and kumite courses throughout the country with Ohta Sensei.
Regular JKA approved Dan gradings.
Annual, professionally run National and Open Championships with over 600 competitors as well as regional and inter-club events.
Opportunities to represent England at the JKA European Championships and JKA World Championships.
Financial support for our National Squad when competing overseas.
International multi-day courses with top Instructors from Japan and Europe.
Organised trips to European Courses and Training Camps at JKA HQ in Tokyo.
International Instructor, Referee and Examiner Courses and Qualifications.
A Technical Committee dedicated to upholding the highest standards of the JKA.
An Executive Committee that ensures that the Association is run for the benefit of the members.
If you are interested to learn more about joining or returning to JKA England, we’d love to hear from you! Please email, Dave Paulus, Deputy Head of Association at deputyhead@jka-england.org.
