Tora Kodo Karate Kai

Tora Kodo Karate Kai Welcome to the page for Tora Karate - traditional Shotokan Karate classes in Twickenham, in West London. All are very welcome. come along and say hello!

Have a look at our pages, see photos from the classes (new and old) and if you'd like to, come along and train with us. Welcome to Tora Kodo Karate Kai; founded 1966. We teach traditional Shotokan karate-do, incorporating modern teaching and training methods. Fully qualified & insured instructors providing the very best in martial arts training at arguably one of the finest training facilities in

the area. At Tora, equal value is placed upon every individual, regardless of age, ability or gender. First few sessions are free, so what are you waiting for?

18/02/2024

“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” -- Jon Kabat-Zinn

09/02/2024

5 mistakes in Kumite: afraid to attack, thinking too much, waiting too long, bad distance and over-confidence

09/02/2024

A quote from an astronaut... "All of your decisions become a lot easier when you remove quitting as an option."

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27/01/2024

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1.dan examination in end of december 2008 at JKS honbu dojo, Tokyo, Japan. Showing part of the kihon techniques required for 1.dan - demonstrated by a 6 year...

Robert and James doing some kumite
20/01/2024

Robert and James doing some kumite

09/12/2023

We will be starting at 8:30am tomorrow as we are holding our dan gradings. Good luck everyone.

25/11/2023

"All fixed set patterns are incapable of adaptability or pliability. The truth is outside of all fixed patterns." -- Bruce Lee

18/11/2023

"Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential." -- John Maxwell

Sensei Beach kicking during a Tora Karate Demo in the late 1980's
21/10/2023

Sensei Beach kicking during a Tora Karate Demo in the late 1980's

21/10/2023

The 10 elements of kata...
1. Preparation of the mind - Yoi No Kisin
2. Awareness of attack and defence - Inyo
3. Balancing of power - Chikara No Kyojaku
4. Correct speed - Waza No Kankyu
5. Expand and contract - Tai No Shinshuku
6. Breathing and posture control - Kokyu
7. Understanding the target - Tyakugan
8. Demonstration of Martial spirit - Kiai
9. Stance and movement - Keitai No Hoji
10. Remaining completely aware - Zanshin

Address

St. Marys University College, Waldegrave Road, Strawberry Hill
London
TW14SX

Opening Hours

Friday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sunday 9:30am - 11am

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