The Budo Ka Red Dragon Shotokan Karate Club

Our Heritage & Philosophy

The Budo Ka Red Dragon Shotokan Karate Club is rooted in the principles of traditional Shotokan Karate, preserving the discipline, etiquette, and technical precision that define authentic martial arts practice. Our training is structured, progressive, and guided by respect for tradition and individual development. We believe karate is more than physical technique; it is a lifelong discipline that strengthens character, sharpens focus, and builds resilience, ensuring every student understands both how to move and why.

Class Locations & Timetable

We train at two locations, each with its own weekly class time:

Northwich – Barnton Memorial Hall
Friday: 18:30 – 19:30

Northwich – Memorial Court (Brio Leisure)
Sunday: 17:00 – 18:00

Whether you are beginning your martial arts journey or looking to refine advanced skills, our structured classes provide a clear and disciplined path forward.

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The History of the Budo Ka Red Dragon SKC

Tracing the Journey of Our Esteemed Karate Club

The Budo Ka Red Dragon SKC has a proud and storied heritage. The club was founded in 1996 by Sensei Glyn Roberts, with Sensei John Bell as co-founder. In its infancy, the club was simply known as Budo Ka, reflecting its core focus on traditional martial arts values and training. As time went on and the club’s identity evolved, the name was changed to the Budo Ka Red Dragon Club, a title that captured both the spirit of its members and its connection to heritage and tradition.

Rules of the Dojo

1BOW ON ENTERING AND LEAVING THE DOJO.
2ADDRESS ANY INSTRUCTOR AS SENSEI WHILST IN THE DOJO
3OSS IS A SIGN OF RESPECT AND IS USED GENERALLY IN KARATE ESPECIALLY IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS :-
— Upon receiving any advice or command from the instructor, the student must reply by answering’ Oss’
— When bowing at the start and finish of the class.
— When bowing to your partner during kumite.
— In any other appropriate situation, for instance during gradings or competitions.
— Train at least twice a week.
4No one is to leave the class without first obtaining permission from the instructor before the start of the class.
Any member arriving late must take up a kneeling position at the front of the dojo and await permission from the instructor before joining the class.
On receiving permission, bow and then join the class.
5Finger and toe nails must be kept clean and short.
6Gi’s must be kept clean and in good condition.
7Jewellery, rings, braclets, neck etc must not be worn during training. If you can’t get a ring off then tape must be wrapped around it.
8Apply for a licence from the karate union of great Britain not later than one month after being accepted into the dojo.
9Members must not smoke, swear, chew, spit or commit any other act likely to offend the etiquette of the dojo.
10Members must not use their skills in any offensive way outside the dojo.
11Loyalty, Respect, Discipline, Etiquette. Courteous.

The Budo Ka Red Dragon Shotokan Karate Club Joining
Information

For those new to karate, the Budo Ka Red Dragon Shotokan Karate Club offers a trial lesson at a fee of £7.50. If you decide to continue and join our club, you will receive one month of free lessons—generally between 7- 8 or 9 classes, depending on the calendar month. To take advantage of this offer, payment for the following month (£50) must be made in advance, by bank transfer before your free trial month begins.

Traditional Shotokan with Structured Progression

A clearly defined pathway from Foundation to Excellence ensures disciplined development, technical precision, and long-term growth.

Family-Oriented, Community-Focused Environment

A welcoming and respectful dojo culture where children, teens, and adults train in a safe and supportive atmosphere.

Qualified & DBS-Checked Instruction

Professional, safety-conscious leadership delivering authentic martial arts training with modern teaching standards.

Development Beyond Physical Training

Focus on discipline, resilience, confidence, and mental strength building character as well as technique

Begin your Shotokan journey with structured, traditional training in Northwich and Barnton.

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