At the Centre on Chatham Hill we teach Karate and Tai Chi to the residents of Medway, Gillingham, Chatham, Rainham, Strood, Rochester, Lordswood, Walderslade, Hoo and Sittingbourne.
Our resident Chief Instructor, Steve Rowe 8th Dan, is one of the top instructors in both Karate and Tai Chi in Europe, with over 40 years of experience, training long term with both top Japanese and Chinese Instructors in both arts.
In accordance with the MASA 'five' things to look out for when joining a Martial Arts club we offer the following:
- All instructors are senior instructors in the art taught.
- All instructors carry Professional Insurance for £5 million.
- All instructors have an enhanced Criminal Record Board check.
- All instructors have a professional NVQ coaching qualification.
- The Centre have a 'clear pricing policy' with no hidden charges.
The beginners classes offered are as follows:
Infants Karate (4 - 6 years) Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at 5.30pm
Juniors Karate (7 - 11 years) Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at 6.15pm
Adult Karate (11years +) Mondays and Wednesdays at 7.45pm
Adult Tai Chi (11 years +) Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.45pm
The Centre Team
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| Steve Rowe, 8th Dan Chief Instructor |
Adam Lawrie, 3rd Dan Centre Manager |
Ann Rowe, 5th Dan Children's Programme Director |
Caroline Rowe Office Manager |



