TRADITIONAL SHOTOKAN KARATE

KYOHAN SHOTOKAN KARATE FOR FITNESS & SELF PROTECTION

Shotokan Karate is one of the most popular styles of Karate worldwide and a traditional martial art. It’s often recognisable by its Tiger logo and powerful dynamic techniques. You can read a little about the history of Shotokan Karate here.

Our Shotokan Karate training includes:

Traditional Solo Forms (kata)
Analysis of solo forms
Using Fundamental techniques (kihon) with pads
Sparring (kumite) with striking and grappling using kata
Physical Fitness, balance and mobility
Self Protection Scenario Training

We welcome complete beginners as well as those who have trained for many years.

Coach John Titchen has taught Shotokan Karate in the USA, UK, Canada and Europe and his books on self defence and applying kata are respected worldwide.

The Practical Karate Association has taught karate classes in High Wycombe for 22 years.

SHOTOKAN KARATE CLASS TIMES & LOCATIONS

Wycombe Leisure Centre

Handy Cross Hub, High Wycombe, HP11 1UP

Mondays 19:30 - 21:00 Court A1 (adults & teenagers)

Thursdays 19:30 - 21:00 Court B4 (adults & teenagers)

SHOTOKAN KARATE TRAINING BENEFITS

Improved physical fitness and functional strength through dynamic movement.
Enhanced coordination, body awareness, and structural balance.
Practical self-defence confidence built on evidence-based methods.
Sharpened focus and mental discipline applicable to everyday professional and personal life.