I look forward to welcoming you.

Am I the right age?

Karate is enjoyed by anyone between the age of 5 and 95. It doesn't matter how young or old you are. You learn Karate at a pace that you are comfortable with. The important thing is that you are safe and that you enjoy it. 

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Who else is a member?

My club members are all ages and come from all walks of life. Male and Female, adults and children. What they all have in common is a interest in Karate (see why Karate?) and a respect for each other as individuals.  

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Where can I join?

There is a club near you! My clubs are open during the week and at weekends. Click here to see all my clubs and my dan grades clubs. You can start by contacting me from here to ask any questions, or just turn up at one of my training sessions, you're very welcome. 

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When will I get a black belt?

All students in Karate start at exactly the same place. At the first grading, the blue belt is awarded to students who pass. This is called 10th Kyu (Blue belt) Gradings take place every three months and at each grading, a student can progress, subject to learning and passing the grading syllabus, to the next grade 9th Kyu (Red). Then 8th Kyu (Orange), 7th Kyu (Yellow), 6th Kyu (Green), 5th Kyu (Purple), 4th Kyu (Purple/white), 3rd Kyu (Brown). Thereafter, gradings are held every six months when a student can progress to 2nd Kyu (Brown/white) and 1st Kyu (Brown/Red). A 1st Kyu (Brown/Red belt) can then progress to their 1st Dan, the first dan grade - Black belt.

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Why Karate?

Karate offers different things to different people.
Some train in Karate to keep fit, or just to keep themselves active. Some join to meet people and develop an interest outside of work or home life. Others aspire to be the highest grade or be the best in their chosen sport.

Whatever your reason for taking part, Karate is a safe, enjoyable and rewarding activity that you can practice at your own pace under the instruction and guidance of trained and understanding instructors. You'll also be with like minded individuals of all ages who have taken up Karate for the same reasons as you.

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What do others say?

My club members and visitors to my web site are free to make comments about their club and why they enjoy Karate. Here are some of their comments.

"It's a great atmosphere, friendly, enjoyable, challenging"

"Sensei Calver is excellent with all students. There's no pressure, it's safe and rewarding"

I didn't think it would be so much fun, but when I got going I wanted to keep going"

"I keep fit at karate instead of the gym now"

"The pace is steady, it's good excercise and you get to learn something that builds your confidence"

"The children love it, they can't wait to go each week"  

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What do I wear?

When you first start training, you can should wear light clothing such as a track suit or casual clothes such as a t-shirt and shorts. You don't need to purchase a karate suit (Gi) until after your first karate grading. Karate suits are available from each of my clubs and start from £20 each including a white belt and an association badge.

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How much does it cost?

When you first start training, you'll normally join one of my beginners classes. These run for four weeks (one hour in an evening each week) and cost £15 in total. After four weeks I hope you will want to continue. Each time you train costs £4.00 for children and  for adults.

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How often do I need to train?

You can train as often as you like. It really is up to you.

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Is it safe?

Safety has the highest priority in my clubs.

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