All of the information regarding exciting events and grading coming up!
Instructor training
The karate instructors enjoyed a training weekend including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu session with Nik on Saturday 1st August. Rolling in the sunshine, working on groundwork and escapes. Followed by a feast bbq'd up by Rohan! Delicious
July 2026
On 21st July, we held our termly grading for both our school karate students and public class students. A huge congratulations to everyone who took part! Your hard work, determination, and commitment were clear to see, and you should all be incredibly proud of what...
August 2026
Summer School sessions! and Summer Challenges! Grab bargain classes for the kids and keep them active over the holidays! Still plenty of time to sign up as the classes can work out as little as 83p! ✅ Just one payment of £24.99 gives your child access to the next 5...
September 2026
KICKBOXERS GRADING!! Have you been training hard recently? Speak to your instructor to see if you are eligible to grade in late September! You've got this! 👊🥊 PUBLIC CLASS GRADING - Missed out in July? Speak to your instructor to see if you are eligible to grade in...
October 2026
TOURNAMENT TIME! We know it's been a while... but it'll be worth the wait. Get ready to compete and take on your components. Watch this space for tournament date to be confirmed for October! With plenty of time to work on your game, speak to your instructor about what...
November 2026
7th November - SEMINAR & Presentation, 22nd November - Black Friday Christmas Offer Day in Colchester!!!! 28th & 29th November - Black Friday Christmas Offer Days in Herts/Middlesex It's the day you all love! So get it in your diary now! Plenty of Xmas gifts,...
December 2026
5th December: School and Public Class Gradings! To book onto the School Gradings: Please visit Schools Bookings | Shogun Practical Karate - Once the slots are available, you can book the time most suitable to you For more information on Gradings and Tournaments visit:...
What’s happening?
| 28th & 29th December 2026 | XMAS SALES! It's never too early to start looking at on of our favourite events of the year! We combine Black Friday and Christmas sales to ensure you get the best prices!  | Location: Herts & Middlesex Link |
| 22nd December 2026 | A chance for the Colchester lot to get their Christmas sorted! | Location: Colchester Link |
| Sunday 8th November 2026 | SEMINAR & Pre-Assessment for December Grading (ALL) | |
| Sat 17th & Sun 18th October 2026 | TOURNAMENT We know it's been a while... but it'll be worth the wait. Get ready to compete and take on your components. Watch this space for tournament date to be confirmed for October! With plenty of time to work on your game, speak to your instructor about what you can do to prepare for the tournament. Particularly if its your first time, support is available and we will be holding training sessions in preparation.   | Location: Grange Academy London Rd Bushey WD23 3AA |
| Saturday 26th September 2026 | PUBLIC GRADING KICKBOXERS GRADING!! Have you been training hard recently? Speak to your instructor to see if you are eligible to grade in late September! You’ve got this! 👊🥊  PUBLIC CLASS GRADING – Missed out in July? Speak to your instructor to see if you are eligible to grade in late September and what you need to do to get to that all important next belt!  | |
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| August 2026 | SUMMER CHALLENGES – Public class students Use the 6 weeks off to learn your next kata 🥋increase punching & kicking capability and 👊⚡️and become stronger 💪 Certificate of completion will be given out at the end of the holidays for Champions who complete the challenge. With grading coming up in September and tournament in October why wouldn’t you? Oooo did you hear that? Gradings AND a tournament?? For more information on Gradings and Tournaments visit: Karate Gradings & Tournaments | Shogun Practical Karate | |
| July 2026 | On 21st July, we held our termly grading for both our school karate students and public class students. A huge congratulations to everyone who took part! Your hard work, determination, and commitment were clear to see, and you should all be incredibly proud of what you achieved. Well done to all involved – you were amazing! Keep up the fantastic work, and we can’t wait to see your continued progress on your karate journey. Don’t forget to check out our online videos and guides to help get you ready for the next grade! Instructional Karate Videos | Shogun Practical Karate  | |
| Instructor Training | The karate instructors enjoyed a training weekend including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu session with Nik on Saturday 1st August. Rolling in the sunshine, working on groundwork and escapes. Followed by a feast bbq’d up by Rohan! Delicious  |
Get in touch
Got any queries or concerns or just want to let us know you can’t make class this week?
Telephone us on 07886 084250 or