Rhyl & Prestatyn

Shotokan Karate Club

est 1974

Welcome to the Rhyl & Prestatyn Shotokan Karate Club. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced martial artist seeking to refine your skills, our club offers a friendly and supportive environment for everyone.

We focus on building confidence, discipline, and respect through the practice of karate. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to guiding you on your journey, providing personalised attention to help you achieve your goals.

Join us for our regular classes, where you’ll improve your fitness, strength, flexibility, confidence and mental resilience. Experience the benefits of karate while having fun and making new friends. We can’t wait to see you at the dojo!

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News

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Kyu grading - Spring 2026!

On Friday 20th March, Sensei Garry Harford (8th dan) visited the club to give a course followed by a kyu grading.

Well done to all those who trained and congratulations to those who graded:

Jaiden - 1st kyu
Cera Geo - 2nd kyu
Celine Geo - 3rd kyu
Sandrea Jestin - 3rd kyu
Sera Jestin - 4th kyu
Katy - 4th kyu
Donna - 4th kyu
Taj - 4th kyu
Ez - 4th kyu
Harry - 4th kyu
Erron - 5th kyu
Havannah - 5th kyu
Xavi - 7th kyu
Clara - 7th kyu
Alfie - 7th kyu

Ivan - 7th kyu
Pippa - 8th kyu
Jaxon - 8th kyu

Rudra - 8th kyu
Rithika - 8th kyu
Maggie - 9th kyu
Eden - 9th kyu

For the full story and more photos, visit the News page!

Dates for your diary

April 18th
City of Liverpool Youth Championships
All day
Greenbank Sports Academy, Liverpool

May 1st
Guest instructors: Senseis Jon & Holly Bruce
6pm start, timings TBC
Rhyl Leisure Centre

May 9th
KUGB National Championships
All day
David Ross Sports Village, Nottingham

June 20th
KUGB Welsh Championships
All day
The Engine House, Merthyr Tudful

July 5th
Summer social - curry night
7.30 pm - over 16s only
Suhail Tandoori, Prestatyn

July 10th
Summer kyu grading with Sensei Richard Poole
6pm - 7:30 pm - all grades training (arrive by 17:50)
7:30 - 8:30 pm - grading
Rhyl Leisure Centre

July 12th
KUGB free kata & kumite course with Senseis Holly Bruce & Ryan Tucker
10.30 am - kata
12.00 pm - kumite
Trinity Sports Centre, Manchester, M15 6HP

November 20th
Winter kyu grading with Sensei Richard Poole
6pm start, timings TBC
Rhyl Leisure Centre