Northumbria Karate is a fun and rewarding sport with a close community of passionate people. We welcome all abilities to join in our training sessions, whether you’re an experienced fighter or you have never practiced karate before.
Whilst we learn and improve at our weekly sessions, the club also have a vibrant social life where we plan activities, events and spontaneous trips. The club also compete in BUCS where medals and BUCS points for the university are up for grabs!
Karate is a combination of punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes and open-hand techniques. Karate itself translates to "empty hand" and is an intense physical art of self-defence and a proven way to develop self-control and discipline, excellent for managing stress.
Please note the 2024/25 season has now concluded. Information on membership prices and training times for 2025/26 season will appear here in due course.
Students enquiring about joining the club in 2025/26 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram. Equipment can be provided by the club for new students where required. 2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase following Big Week of Sport in September. Speak to the club at Sports Fair on 24th September for more information or email them as below.
Karate memberships available:
"TRAIN" Karate Membership
Training: Mondays 20:00-21:30, Wednesdays 17:00-18:30 & Saturdays 14:00-15:30 (Lipman Gym)
Karate's Just TRY Week Sessions are: Wednesday 29th January 17:00-18:30.
This membership is available for beginner, intermediate and experienced student members who are looking to train regularly to gain fitness and skills, with the opportunity for some self-funded competitions through the year.
Key Contacts
Head Coach: Jim Windram
Club President: Dave McNeil
Engagement Officer: Kurt Mccleary
The Karate club is supported by our dedicated Club Development Officer Keir Tattersdill.
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