PHOENIX KARATESCHOOL
Karate with Purpose
Classes for children and adults in Kilburn & Kingsbury, North West London. Beginners welcome. Book your free session at Phoenix Karate School.
Free trial. No Gi, no commitment, no pressure.
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Little Phoenixes
A fun, nurturing introduction to karate for young children. Little Phoenixes learn basic techniques, coordination, and listening skills in a safe and encouraging environment — building confidence from day one.
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Junior Karate
A structured Goju-Ryu syllabus designed around the development and progression of each young student. Juniors build confidence, self-control, discipline, and focus while learning to defend themselves.
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Adult Karate
Goju-Ryu and Shotokan karate for adults of all levels. Total beginners, intermediates, and advanced students are all welcome. Build fitness, flexibility, coordination, and practical self-defence.
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Shihan-Led Every Class
Every session is led personally by Shihan Kingsley Johnson who focuses on helping every student progress at their own pace. Whether you're complete beginner or an advanced martial artist.
Learn Practical Self-Defence
Phoenix Karate School teaches practical self-defence skills alongside traditional karate techniques. Students learn how to stay aware of their surroundings, respond calmly under pressure, and protect themselves.
Improve Fitness and Wellbeing
Regular karate training offers a full-body workout that improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. It's an enjoyable way to stay active while reducing stress and boosting overall wellbeing.
Quarterly Gradings & Competitions
Structured belt progression with quarterly gradings, national and international competitions, in-house seminars, and regular visits from independent instructors.
What Our Students Say on Google
★★★★★ 5.0 · 9 Google reviews
Farida Taryani
10 December 2021
Good and easy to find the area. Car Parking is free.
Joseph Catto
19 October 2020
Chris Berardi
8 June 2020
Fantastic, attention-to-detail instruction on technique, and inspiring for self-development
Isaac B
7 December 2019
Sahil Ravi
5 May 2017
Rob Demetriou
31 January 2017
Ashif Charania
27 March 2014
Great Karate School. Love taking part every week and is the highlight of my week!
Bernadette Conway
12 August 2026
Phoenix Karate has been an incredible part of our family's life for over a decade. Both of my sons started training here when they were just 5 years old, and they are now 13 and 16. The key to their success is Kingsley Johnson. He is an outstanding instructor who strikes the perfect balance between firm discipline and positive encouragement. He truly cares about his students' personal growth as well as their martial arts skills, and his guidance has had an immeasurable impact on my boys over the years. If you are looking for a martial arts school that offers top-tier instruction, builds character, and fosters a truly supportive environment, I cannot recommend Phoenix Karate highly enough.
Asha Fantham
13 August 2026
I've been training with Sensei for as long as I can remember. As well as the physical benefits I've gained discipline, confidence and self belief.
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Your First Session Is Free.
We accept students from age 6. No gi needed for your first class — just loose-fitting clothes and a bottle of water. Visit us at Kilburn or Kingsbury.