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Description

Okinawan Goju Ryu or ‘Combat Karate’ is a comprehensive martial art and is concerned purely with effective self defence. It encompasses both striking techniques (such as punching, kicking, elbowing and kneeing) and wrestling techniques (such as throwing, locking, choking and strangling) to form a fully-rounded fighting system. Training incorporates learning the techniques from across this martial spectrum, and practicing them in the form of sparring and grappling, together with use of pads and exercise. Weapons work is also studied, both in terms of how to use sticks and knives (and other weapons), and in terms of how to defend against armed attack.

New members are always very welcome, whether completely new to martial arts or having a lot of experience in this or any other system. Gradings take place at the end of each term, so there are plenty of opportunities to advance through the belts. (Grading is not mandatory however, and everybody is free to progress at their own pace).

 

Where They Train / Meet

Combat Karate will have a weekly two-hour session at UWE and members will also be welcome to attend sessions at the University of Bristol. A full list of training times and places can be obtained by visiting our website or by sending us an email.

Membership Fee

Price £ 5.00

Membership Fee - More Info

£3 per session.

 

Email (main)

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Any Other Info

Students who have been training in Combat Karate for a while will usually purchase a gi (white karate pyjamas), however any loose fitting clothing (e.g. tee-shirt and shorts or tracksuit trousers) is fine to begin with. It is a good idea to bring a bottle of water to each session. Although injury is very rare, members are also required to have insurance, which is arranged through the society.
Although only present at UWE since 2008, Combat Karate has been in Bristol for nearly twenty years. We look forward to watching the UWE branch grow up to stand side-by-side with the other branches of the organization. So come and try Combat Karate at UWE - a dynamic new branch of a well-established group! Your first session is absolutely free!