Since 1995, The Karate Dojo has provided its members with a road map to success based on self-defence, confidence and goal-setting skills.
Queen Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG41EG
I remember when I was a child, feeling uncertainty about beginning martial arts. I wondered if I had what it took to succeed and I wasn’t the most athletic or confident child - quite the opposite. Little did I know that beginning my martial arts journey would be one of the most profound experiences of my life!
When I opened my school in 1995, I made a commitment to serving and empowering the community of Ripon by teaching children and adults the confidence, leadership, and fitness skills that can only be achieved through martial arts.
• 140m2 Dojo Split into 2 Training Areas
• 20 mm Wall to Wall Jigsaw Mats for Maximum Safety
• Mirrored and Fully Equipped
• Live TV link for Parents & Spectators to View Sessions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Men's & Women's Changing Rooms
We focus on the personal development aspect of martial arts, not just self-defence moves.
Our instructors are all certified black belts, qualified, and professionally trained to teach martial arts.
Our facility is always clean and features a viewing area for parents, as well as matted floors throughout.
Karate is one of the world’s most popular martial arts. Modern day Karate was developed in Okinawa, a small Island off Japan.
Karate is a highly effective system of self-defence, and also an excellent form of exercise that promotes a number of life skills and values.
Shotokan is the style practiced at The Karate Dojo and is the most popular style of karate in the world.
One of the most fun parts of martial arts training is the ability to test your skills by competing in a tournament. Tournaments are not only fun for competitors, but they also become a great social experience for parents as well!
From sparring to forms to team demos, these awesome competitions are not only a place where our students can test their skills, but also a place where team spirit is built, fears are overcome, and character is developed. Most importantly, they are tons of fun!
One more reason you will love martial arts at The Karate Dojo!
6th Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt