At Northstowe Karate Club, we are proud to teach traditional Shotokan Karate in a family‑friendly and supportive environment. Our classes welcome children (8+), adults, and families alike, offering a place where everyone can learn, grow, and achieve their personal best. We serve the local community in Northstowe while maintaining close ties with other clubs and practitioners across the wider Cambridgeshire area. Karate offers many benefits, including building self-defence skills, confidence and fitness. Come and try it out - your first lesson is always free.
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Our club teaches traditional Shotokan Karate, a Japanese martial art, in Northstowe on the outskirts of Cambridge. We are a member of Japan Shotokan Karate England and are affiliated with the Japan Karate Association, which is one of the largest and most prestigious karate organisations in the world. You can also find out more by reading our Frequently Asked Questions.
Regular training sessions are held on Wednesday evenings from 6.30-7.30pm and Sunday afternoons 3-4pm at The Cabin.
You can find us easily traveling from Willingham, Longstanton or Cambridge.
Although no two lessons are the same, our lesson format is usually structured around kihon (basic techniques), kumite (sparring) and kata (forms).
Karate has many benefits. While learning to defend yourself, you'll gain fitness and become healthier. You'll also become more confident and focused. It's also a great place to make friends.
Your first lesson is always free, and after that you pay per session. Please arrive 5 minutes early for your first session so you can be registered. To train regularly, you will also need to purchase an annual membership.
Simon Apen-Sadler, the chief instructor, has over 20 years experience. He is a 4th dan black belt, is first aid qualified and has an enhanced DBS check.