GKR Karate

I joined GKR Karate Hednesford Prime and Rugeley with my daughter and our experience has been nothing but positive. I have never known a club which welcomes you with so much warmth that you feel you have joined a family. You learn something new every lesson, work hard, and play hard whilst never being made to feel like you don't belong. In fact I thought I was unteachable in karate until I joined but GKR have helped with it all. You will learn, get fitter, and in my case build up confidence in yourself. I even took part in a tournament for the first time in my life!They are fantastic, and a special mention to my fantastic supportive Senseis Antony, Vanessa, Rob, Tracey, and Ollie who champion us every week.Brilliant club, brilliant classes, fantastic environment. Everybody should join. More...

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friendly and inviting club. Come and join us

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The best club and facilities in the UK by far.The instructor team are fantastic!Would recommend for everyone!

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Great dojo to train in - highly recommended 👍

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I don't recommend GKR Karate. Customer service was very poor, training floor was visibly dirty & not properly maintained. Serious concerns about hygiene . My child, twice suffered from fungal infection More...

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They are really professional, helpful, my son really very happy with them,

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Highly recommended , my son is really happy with them,they help him to improve his skills and more confidence

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They made me feel welcome as soon as I went there, Tuesdays and Saturdays are lush!

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My son started GKR in January 2024 at 6 1/2 years old and his confidence blossomed. Very quickly he was excited to not only do one lesson a week but two and is always keen for the extra classes and seminars. Currently working towards his green belt he enjoys every moment! So much so when his sister turned 5 in June she started immediately! They love doing classes together, the sensai and instructors are all caring kind and knowledgeable and create a wonderful environment for learning the art. We look forward to many more classes seminar and grading! More...

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My son 6yrs went for grading for his yellow belt over the weekend. As soon as it was time to get in the car he panicked. He became very anxious. His Sensei Daniel from Bateau Bay came down to his level. Talked and encouraged him every step of the way. I was so thankful for his kind and caring approach with my son. He got through the day. He’s now excited to show all his friends at school his Certificate. Thanks for all the encouragement from everyone there, his class mates and a sweet boy who came over to try and help my son. What a community. X More...

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My son has been training with GKR Karate for a while now and has just earned his yellow belt — we’re so proud of his progress! The instructors are patient, supportive, and really good with kids. He always looks forward to training and has grown so much in confidence and discipline. Highly recommend GKR Karate to anyone! More...

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It has excellent facilities, the team is according to each level and of course the senseis give you all the security to develop your skills through: ethics, spirit and technique.

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my son attends training sessions at Gkr Karate Rectory Farm. Great for confidence building and self discipline. Highly recommend.

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Quite upset with my sons experience! My son has autism and has speech delay so thought doing something so productive and positive would have a great impact on his development and confidence, well it would have if the instructors were as good as we were told at sign up, I was told that he would get support and encouragement he got the opposite he was ignored! one lesson he was pushed to the side left in tears because of his shoes which is apart of his autism trait which i made them aware of there was no compassion! and on multiple occasions I told every instructor that he will not go and find his own partner could they assist the answer was yes... but no he was left standing on his own getting upset and has now refused to go back! One of the instructors was actually more bothered showing off than he was teaching a class! Hate giving these kind of reviews but I would not recommend if your child has additional needs! More...

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2 of my children attend here and the senseis are brilliant.Always a warm welcome and alot of patience(they are additional needs children). there confidence skill and stamina are improving daily and my daughters mental health majorly majorly improving. Thank you Sensei Rob,Sensei Anthony,Sensei Valerie and Sensei Tracey (Hednesford Prime) you guys are amazing. Lisa (isabell and Ezios mom) More...

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GKR Karate has been an incredible experience for my entire family! My husband, kids, and I have been training together for 2 months now, and we've seen amazing improvements in our discipline, and confidence. The instructors are patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about teaching karate to students of all ages and skill levels. The classes are engaging, fun, and tailored to meet the needs of each family member. My kids (ages 5 and 14) love the energy and excitement of the classes. The GKR Karate community is supportive and welcoming, making it easy for us to feel at home. We've noticed significant progress in our technique, focus, and overall well-being. We highly recommend GKR Karate to families looking for a positive, empowering, and fun martial arts experience. More...

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What an amazing first experience of karate for my son tonight. Such a warm and friendly welcome to the dojo (Uttoxeter) from the senseis and other students from the minute we walked in until the minute we went home. My boy even got high-fives, handshakes and words of encouragement on his way out of the leisure centre by other students too, which proves just how much positive influence this club has on everyone. We can’t wait for the next class! More...

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Karate with GKR is building my son’s confidence every day. He’s getting stronger, more disciplined, and proud of his progress. His senseis are amazing—always encouraging and pushing him to believe in himself more with each class. More...

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My children have been training with GKR for a while and I decided to join after I got assaulted. GKR has helped me take back my power and regain my confidence. We are lucky to be part of an all inclusive, family orientated unit who celebrate each others successes and encourage and support each others progression. 🧡 More...

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Great classes - Enjoying the extra fitness and the chance to focus on my form each week!

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We ordered WKF-approved Tokaido gloves and shin pads from the website on March 2nd. A few days later, we haven't received anything. My wife had to chase it up yesterday as our son had a deadline to when he needed them. Today (March 7th) we have received cheap, horrible pads (sent next day delivery). Definitely not Tokaido as the label says CIMAC. It's not even WKF-approved! We contacted them straightaway and they're claiming it's exactly the same thing. Well, IT IS NOT Tokaido and it's not even WKF-approved, so totally useless. It's false advertisement! She then went on to say they don't have Tokaido in stock and trying to convince us to keep the bad quality ones they sent. Tokaido pads are still in stock on the website. So beware! Why didn't they contact us and apologise and say we don't actually have any Tokaido products when the order was made or when we called them yesterday? We were then told to return it but we'll be paying for the postage when it's not even our fault! It's totally disgusting and terrible customer service on their part. You shouldn't ever have to pay for return postage if it's not your fault. Please be very beware when using this company. You won't get answers. There are plenty of other better companies to use. What a waste of time and money. I now have just two days to get what I originally ordered, from somewhere else. More...

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My son is enjoying his Karate sessions at the Crossgates branch and has stuck it out for over a year. The teachers are great and he likes the fact that the classes have students of all different ages learning together. He has just received his Orange belt and is looking forward to progressing further. More...

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My daughter started at this karate club almost two years ago after some GKR taster sessions in her school and a month later I joined and then my older daughter got on board. We’ve learned to defend ourselves, keep fit and developed new skills plus we’ve met lots of friends through karate. I’d always wanted to learn karate as a child but I have dyspraxia and find anything to do with processing movement very challenging - but after watching the students doing kata during my youngest daughter’s class I decided to give it a try and I haven’t looked back. The good thing about GKR is you can train as many times and at as many dojos as you wish as it’s all included in the direct debit - this was amazing for a dyspraxic person who needs (much) more time and practice to grasp new concepts. I also have some physical issues but everything is adapted to what I can do and those reasonable adjustments are always there. My middle daughter finally joined almost a year ago and it’s been transformational for her confidence - she has autism but she’s gone from not making eye contact and silence to joking with the instructor who took the time to bring her out of her shell - she’s competed in tournaments and has won medals. What’s great is that we do all this as a family - my children have done numerous extra-curricular activities buts there’s never been one that all of us can take part in. At GKR it is standard for adults and children to train together with the classes differentiated for age and its developed a real closeness between me and my daughters. More...

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A great club for all ages and abilities.

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GKR is a fantastic club, my oldest daughter (11 yrs) now a brown belt has absolutely loved training over the years and is now joined by her sister (7) currently a green belt. They have made friends, placed in tournaments and learnt good sportsmanship Thank you GKR More...

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My daughter and I joined GKR over a year ago thinking we would do a class on a Sunday to improve our fitness. We quickly became hooked and do multiple classes per week. The instructors are fab, the community is great and the value for money is excellent. If you are thinking of getting into karate we 100% recommend GKR! More...

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Fully inclusive, welcoming classes with very knowledgeable, friendly instructors. All ages and abilities are catered for and lifetime friends are there to be made. GKR Karate has a real sense of community and is a safe space for growth and learning at any age. I only started 4 months ago at the age of 52, and mix happily with all classes with some students being as young as 4 - it's inspirational! More...

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Thank you Sensey Andy,the dojo is on the top standard.

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Fantastic family club, with really nice people friendly instructors, suitable from youngsters to young at heart.

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What a fabulous place proper dojo and amazing people

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The full time dojo is great, they should put one in every city!

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Myself & my daughter are both enjoying our journey through karate. I am going for my black belt & my daughter is going for her 1st Dan this year. Thankyou to all our instructor's for your training and vast knowledge in our journey, which is straight to the point but also enjoyable. Long may our journeys continue within the GKR Karate family. More...

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Mostly good for kids

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Fantastic dojo, friendly and welcoming environment for both kids and adults 👍

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