About Us | Martial Arts school in Ripon

We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders
& Adults Reach Their True Potential!

Since 1995, The Karate Dojo has provided its members with a road map to success based on self-defence, confidence and goal-setting skills.

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Queen Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG41EG

Hi, I’m Sensei Ady Gray.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

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.

We Share & teach The Same Values You Teach At Home.

Our programmes have a strong focus on personal development. The foundations of our morals, values and core character traits are formed in our early years. For this reason, the programmes at The Karate Dojo are an essential way to enhance the growth and personal development of young students of all ages.

TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN: SELF DEFENCE & AWARENESS SKILLS FOR THE REAL WORLD

You may have experienced boredom with your usual fitness routine or reached a plateau in your performance or physical fitness results. Our adult programmes are the perfect alternative to a boring gym routine, as they help you develop into your maximum potential both physically and mentally by providing real-life self-defence strategies in a fun, focused environment.

Our Facility

• 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

What Makes The Karate Dojo Different From other
Karate Schools?

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.

WHAT IS KARATE

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.

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: STUDENTS & PARENTS LOVE MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

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!

Sensei Ady Gray

Chief Instructor/Owner

6th Dan Black Belt
Sensei Georgia Robson

Instructor

2nd Dan Black Belt
Sensei Cameron Hainsworth

Instructor

2nd Dan Black Belt
Sensei Paul Steel

Instructor

2nd Dan Black Belt
Sensei Angela Cashmore

Instructor

2nd Dan Black Belt
Sensei Terry Cawood

Instructor

2nd Dan Black Belt

Very well laid out, great facilities and equipment and the Sensei is great.

Jason Lock

Ripon

My little boy loves it here.

Jonathon Roberts

Ripon

Excellent teaching facility

Helen Salvini

Ripon

Professional karate training. My son has benefited from the training received and sensei Ady Gray is committed to teaching to a high standard and instilling the right mental attitude. Thanks Ady.

Neil Green

Ripon

It's not just our 5 year old grand daughter who responds so well to the pace and discipline of her karate class. The whole class is obviously really well motivated and enjoys every minute of their workout. The waiting class obviously felt the same way. I would heartily recommend this dojo to any parent for their child. The adults must be as well served because Ady is so very skilled.

Linda W

Ripon

Ethan has been a member of Ripon Dojo since he was 4 years old and joined Tigers. It is a fantastic club which has so many fantastic opportunities. 8 years later Ethan still loves karate as much as when he joined competing at local, national and international competitions. I can't thank Sensei Ady enough for his dedication and hard work

Zoe Bramhald Denny

Ripon

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Hi, I’m Sensei Ady Gray.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

Our Facility

What Makes The Karate Dojo Different From other
Karate Schools?

Our Promise at The Karate Dojo:

To Train in the
Highest Quality Martial Arts
Programme Available

To Focus On
Personal Development
in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programmes
Accessible & Enjoyable
by People of Any Age

WHAT IS KARATE

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: STUDENTS & PARENTS LOVE MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

Our classes fill out quickly, therefore

CHOOSE PROGRAM OF INTEREST :

Sensei Ady Gray

Chief Instructor/Owner

Sensei Georgia Robson

Instructor

Sensei Cameron Hainsworth

Instructor

Sensei Paul Steel

Instructor

Sensei Angela Cashmore

Instructor

Sensei Terry Cawood

Instructor

We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders & Adults Reach Their True Potential!

07972227772

Enter Your Contact Info to View Current Web Specials & Pricing

Hi, I’m Sensei Ady Gray.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSINGFINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

We Share & teach The Same Values You Teach At Home.

TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN: SELF DEFENCE & AWARENESS SKILLS FOR THE REAL WORLD

Our Facility

What Makes The Karate Dojo Different From otherKarate Schools?

Our Promise at The Karate Dojo:

To Train in the Highest Quality Martial Arts Programme Available

To Focus On Personal Development in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programmes Accessible & Enjoyable by People of Any Age

WHAT IS KARATE

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: STUDENTS & PARENTS LOVE MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

Our classes fill out quickly, therefore

CHOOSE PROGRAM OF INTEREST :

Sensei Ady Gray

Chief Instructor/Owner

Sensei Georgia Robson

Instructor

Sensei Cameron Hainsworth

Instructor

Sensei Paul Steel

Instructor

Sensei Angela Cashmore

Instructor

Sensei Terry Cawood

Instructor

We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders
& Adults Reach Their True Potential!

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

What Makes The Karate Dojo Different From other
Karate Schools?

To Train in the
Highest Quality Martial Arts
Programme Available

To Focus On
Personal Development
in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programmes
Accessible & Enjoyable
by People of Any Age