PHOENIX KARATE SCHOOL
Established in Kilburn, North West London in the late 1970s — nearly five decades of authentic Goju-Ryu and Shotokan karate.
Cultivating Individual Excellence
The Phoenix Karate School was established in Kilburn, North West London in the late 1970s. The school is dedicated to cultivating the individual excellence of each of its students.
Here, students learn the skills and values necessary to develop their personal best — so they will approach life with courage, confidence, and the will to prevail.
In our 47 years of operation, we have succeeded in our mission by adhering tenaciously, and without compromise.
Goju-Ryu Karate
Goju-Ryu is one of the original Okinawan styles of karate. The name is made up of two words: GO means tough and hard, while JU means soft.
The viewpoint behind the name — and generally behind the art — is that a balance of hardness and softness is necessary for life in general, since in isolation from the other, neither is enough to handle the variations of life.
When defending and blocking, the body must remain relaxed and soft, inhaling and moving in light circular motions. When attacking, the body should be tough and hard, exhaling to provide even more strength.
Goju-Ryu is a highly effective martial art and one of the main original Okinawan karate styles — all known for being centred around efficiency and utility.
More Than a Martial Art
Physical Fitness
Excellent all-round exercise that develops strength, flexibility, coordination, and agility.
Confidence
Students grow in self-confidence and social skills through structured progression and achievement.
Self-Defence
Practical self-defence skills rooted in authentic Okinawan karate technique.
Mental Focus
Concentration, self-discipline, and commitment developed through kata and kumite practice.
Community
A welcoming dojo family — new students join throughout the year and are part of a beginners group from day one.
Competition
Quarterly gradings, national and international competitions, in-house seminars, and visits from independent instructors.
Your First Session Is Free
All you need for your first class is loose-fitting clothes and a bottle of water. Visit us at Kilburn or Kingsbury.
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