Ilkley Karate Club (Est 1988)

Ilkley Karate Club (Est 1988) Ilkley Karate Club is the longest running Karate Club in the local area and maintains close links with Japan. No other physical discipline offers so much.

Ilkley Karate Club is one of the longest running clubs in the area and part of a worldwide karate group which still maintains direct links with Japan. 🇯🇵

The club was established by Mark back in 1988 and still offers the first 3 sessions FREE 🥋 It is a friendly open club with a string of successes at international, national and local level competitions. We train at the Ben Rhydding Methodist Chur

ch four times a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, and Saturday mornings). We follow the Shukokai style of karate which in its most basic translation means: "An association where people come together to study the martial arts". This is core to the focus of the club which encourages mutual respect and coming together to learn. We would encourage anyone to try karate - it aims to develop: character, humility, confidence, self esteem, self control, determination, and patience. The art of karate also develops and enhances physical abilities that would take a multitude of sports to develop. Students improve balance, coordination, muscle tone, cardio-vascular conditioning, timing, rhythm, hand-eye coordination, hand-foot coordination, and flexibility - all that, and self defence too! You won't learn most of this lifting weights or running on a treadmill at a gym.

Bronze success for the Ilkley students at the 49th Cumbria Open Championships.
14/06/2026

Bronze success for the Ilkley students at the 49th Cumbria Open Championships.



Good luck to the Ilkley competitors today!
14/06/2026

Good luck to the Ilkley competitors today!

Wish You Were Ear 🎶
14/06/2026

Wish You Were Ear 🎶

School Sports Week at All Saints Primary School next week! My former school back in the day!
12/06/2026

School Sports Week at All Saints Primary School next week!

My former school back in the day!

Kyoshi and 6th Dan by day… Karate Champ arcade master by night 🥋👾
31/05/2026

Kyoshi and 6th Dan by day… Karate Champ arcade master by night 🥋👾



This international event in October is a must for all karate practitioners and club members. Not only is it an incredibl...
24/05/2026

This international event in October is a must for all karate practitioners and club members. Not only is it an incredible opportunity to train, learn, and connect with the wider karate community, but it will also be held in honour of our beloved Sensei Casey, who sadly passed away earlier this year.
A truly special event and a fitting tribute to an unforgettable teacher and inspirational leader!




SSU Japan trip 2026! Very few karate groups in the UK get the opportunity to train, grade and compete in Japan, along wi...
24/05/2026

SSU Japan trip 2026!
Very few karate groups in the UK get the opportunity to train, grade and compete in Japan, along with plenty of sightseeing.
Members at IKC consider ourselves very lucky and privileged, plus we get the opportunity every two years!





For me, karate has always been about more than just training — it’s about giving something back to the local community.I...
22/05/2026

For me, karate has always been about more than just training — it’s about giving something back to the local community.

It was a privilege to return to Addingham Primary School for a second time for their Sports Week and introduce many children to something new, helping build confidence, focus, and having lots of fun along the way. 👊🥋
Thank you again for having me and I hope to be back next year!




Ilkley Karate Club (Est 1988)38 years established • 3 FREE sessions • authentic Japanese links • practical self defence ...
20/05/2026

Ilkley Karate Club (Est 1988)

38 years established • 3 FREE sessions • authentic Japanese links • practical self defence • friendly atmosphere • real benefits • excellent value • free parking
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Another great club social and fantastic music from Don’t Stop Queen Now!! The show must go on!! 🎸🤘🏼
15/05/2026

Another great club social and fantastic music from Don’t Stop Queen Now!! The show must go on!! 🎸🤘🏼

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Ben Rhydding Church Hall
Ilkley
LS290BG

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6:30pm - 9pm
Thursday 6:30pm - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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+447590424980

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