Welcome, to
Central Karate Academy CIC
Welcome to Central Karate Academy CIC!
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With over 25 years of experience, Central Karate Academy has been a trusted hub for martial arts training, helping individuals of all ages and abilities unlock their potential. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), our mission extends beyond teaching karate—we are committed to fostering personal growth, confidence, discipline, and respect.
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For more than two decades, we've provided a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for students to learn valuable life skills through traditional karate. We're proud to offer our own full-time, permanent dojo, providing a dedicated space for training, community-building, and personal development. Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, gain self-defense skills, or achieve personal goals, our experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Join us today and become part of a community that values respect, integrity, and perseverance. With 25 years of dedication and our own permanent dojo, we're here to help you grow—both on and off the mat.
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NByrne
Mr Neil Byrne
Chief Senior Instructor
Executive Director; Director of Karate
Our Classes
Welcome to Central Karate Academy! We are excited to introduce our diverse range of classes designed for all ages and levels. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced artist aiming to refine your techniques, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Join us and discover the benefits of karate, including improved fitness, discipline, and self-confidence!
Tiny Tigers
Saturday: 9:00AM-10:10AM
3-7 Years
Tiny Tigers first opened in 2009, and since then, it has been adapted in various ways to meet the needs of all children.
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Central Karate Academy has a tailored made grading system specifically for this class and this is also reviewed by Early Years specialists. Your instructor, Sensei Jake, holds a qualification in Child Development to ensure that our Tiny Tiger syllabus and lessons are specially adpated to meet the 4 development needs of a child; physical, intellectual, emotional and social aspects.
The lesson consists of a warm up, followed by a variety of karate stances, blocks, strikes, kicks, punches and kata. Tiger Tigers also get the chance to partake in sparring and this is delivered in a variety of ways; focus pads, prearranged sparring drills, freestyle sparring and a lots of other different activities to provide children with multiple ways to learn.
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Tiny Tigers have an adapted grading syllabus where they are able to earn merit badges for a variety of techniques they learn - these are called badge days and are held every month. The syllabus also includes how to help develop younger children with their gross motor skills and this is adapted into the traditional Shotokan karate.
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Tiny Tigers also get the opportunity to use foam noodles as a B.O. to help prepare them for future classes (Juniors and Seniors).
Junior Tigers
Wednesday: 6:30PM-7:30PM/8:05PM
Saturday: 10:15AM-11:15AM
7-11 Years
Junior Tigers has been running since 2004 and students follow the well known Shotokan Karate style that is the largest style of Karate practised in the UK.
This class is led by thoroughly trained Black Belts with a variety of skills and kata specialities. The characteristics of Shotokan Karate are deep, strong, fast and dynamic Karate stances, blocks, strikes, kicks, punches, kata and sparring. You will develop a strong body, determination, focus, learning and confidence as well as excellent karate skills.
As the class has been developing rapidly since 2004 other techniques and ways and other styles of karate have been introduced through our continuing development, although not diminishing the Shotokan style we practise, but enhancing the skills and techniques to our evolving style.
Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning pace and these provide great short term goals.
Junior Tigers also practice with the wooden oak staff (B.O) which has previously been developed if you have been in our Tiny Tiger class.
All Junior Tigers are expected to attend classes regularly, including courses they have been invited to.
Students grading to 1st Kyu and below have opportunities to grade in our scheduled Grading Week at the end of each half term.
Seniors
Monday: 6:30PM-7:30PM/8:05PM
Wednesday: 6:30PM-7:30PM/8:05PM
12+ Years
Seniors has been running since 2004 and students follow the well known Shotokan Karate style that is the largest style of Karate practised in the UK.
This class is led by thoroughly trained Black Belts with a variety of skills and kata specialities. The characteristics of Shotokan Karate are deep, strong, fast and dynamic Karate stances, blocks, strikes, kicks, punches, kata and sparring. You will develop a strong body, determination, focus, learning and confidence as well as excellent karate skills.
As the class has been developing rapidly since 2004 other techniques and ways and other styles of karate have been introduced through our continuing development, although not diminishing the Shotokan style we practise, but enhancing the skills and techniques to our evolving style.
Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning pace and these provide great short term goals.
Seniors also practice with the wooden oak staff (B.O) which has previously been developed if you have been in our Tiny Tiger and Junior Tigers classes.
All Seniors are expected to attend classes regularly, including courses they have been invited to.
Students grading to 1st Kyu and below have opportunities to grade in our scheduled Grading Week at the end of each half term. Student grading to 1st Dan and above are expected to do a 1 year term of their 1st Kyu belt before applying for their Black Belt Grading.
Tiger Stripes Karate
Friday: 5:30PM-6:15PM
3-18 Years
Tiger Stripes opened in September 2023. This class is specialised for children with learning difficulties and learning disabilities.
Our Pricing.
1
Beginner Package
Individual Price - £25.50
Family Price - £22.50
This offers 1 hour of training, once a week. This is the only available package for Tiny Tigers.
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Advanced Package
Individual Price - £30.50
Family Price - £27.50
This offers 1.5 hours of training, once a week.
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Professional Package
Individual Price - £33.50
Family Price - £30.50
This offers 1 hour of training, twice a week.
At Central Karate Academy CIC, we are proud to offer the most affordable karate training in Warwick. Our competitive pricing ensures that everyone can access quality martial arts education without breaking the bank. Join us today and experience the best value for your karate journey!
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Elite Package
Individual Price - £47.50
Family Price - £44.50
This offers 1.5 hours of training, twice a week.
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Tiger Stripes Package
Price - £22.50
This offers 45 minutes of training, once a week.
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OAP Package
1 Hour Price - £17.50
1.5 Hour Price - £26.50
This offers either 1 hour or 1.5 hours of training, twice a week.
Our Syllabuses.
At Central Karate Academy, our curriculum is designed to cultivate, confidence, and respect among our students. We offer a comprehensive program that includes traditional karate techniques, self-defense strategies, and physical fitness training. Our skilled instructors guide students of all ages and skill levels, ensuring that everyone can progress at their own pace while learning valuable life skills. Join us to embark on a journey of personal growth and martial arts excellence!
Our Katas.
Welcome to Central Academy! Our Kata program is designed to enhance your martial arts skills, focusing on precision, technique, and discipline. Join us to improve your agility and confidence while practicing traditional forms that are essential for mastering karate. Whether you're a beginner an advanced student, our experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.