Essex KDS - Karate-do Shotokai martial arts club in Harlow, Essex

Welcome to the website of the Harlow, Essex KDS group. Karate-Do Shotokai (KDS) is a traditional karate style which focuses purely on the practice of karate as a martial art.

We run a friendly, social club where questions are encouraged and everyone is allowed to get the very best out of themselves – all in the spirit of developing quality karate practitioners. If you want to find out more then come along to one of our regular weekly practices. Our sessions are open to men and women of all ages and abilities.

Our instructors are all highly experienced and qualified and we run a small club to ensure every student gets direct, personal practice with us each and every lesson. Our senior instructor, 4th Dan Adrian Quick has taught Karate in Harlow since 1989.

The first lesson is free and no previous experience is required. All you need to practise is a t-shirt and tracksuit trousers! All are welcome!

Club photo at Spring School 2010

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New Thursday venue and start time


We have changed our Thursday night venue from the New Frontiers Leisure Club to St James with St Lukes Church (our Tuesday practice venue), starting from April 8th. The start time has also changed from 7pm to 8pm.

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New members wanted

Due to a new venue and increased instructor coverage we are currently looking for 4 new members to join our club.

KDS karate takes a much more personal approach to tuition, almost like having a personal trainer because we believe teaching something this subtle and partnership based doesn't work as well in large, anonymous groups.

So right now we have room to take on some new people who are looking for an activity which will help with physical fitness, core conditioning as well as self defence and confidence. Plus we think we have a good time doing it too.

If you want to join us for this opportunity - please email our instructors:

http://www.harlowkarate.co.uk/get-in-touch-with-us