Kyoto Shotokan Karate Club

We have been training here for a couple of months now, absolute beginners. What mattered to me when I looked for a martial arts class was that our entire family could train together rather than segregated by age; but since we started, we’ve come to appreciate so many more things about this club. Sensei Steve is patient, clear in his instructions and demonstrations, and will explain the practical application of moves so it all makes sense. He’s able to draw in all ages and encourage discipline...

Joined the Dojo in February with my son and we are loving it. If you want to learn proper traditional Karate this is the club for you. The progress we have both made in less than a year, thanks to Sensei Steve, is sensational. It is our Karate family now and we are so happy that we joined. Oss

A great Karate club in Bristol, backed up by well established UK and International organisations. I have been practising Shotokan Karate for over 30 years, including coaching at different clubs. I was very happy when I found and was welcomed into Kyoto Shotokan Karate Club when I moved down to Bristol in late 2019. Steve runs a family friendly club rooted in traditional Shotokan Karate with a focus on high standards. Having trained with a number of clubs and organisations over the years, I wa...

My children and I attend classes at the Kyoto Shotokan Karate club and we love being a part of this community! Sensei Steve is calm, patient and accomplished. He always demonstrates new moves several times and is constantly helping us to improve our practice, noticing our individual performance. I was a complete novice - had never even dreamed I'd do karate, let alone take my first two belt gradings! My children and I attend together in the same class - everyone is friendly and helpful. I d...

I have  been training in Shotokan karate for over four years and feel very lucky to have found such an excellent club.  Kyoto Shotokan karate club is run by Sensei Steve Ashby one of the most patient people I have ever met.  The club has members of all ages and abilities and with Steve's knowledge, dedication and superb training you see your technique and understanding improve. Highly recommended.