Karate and Tai Chi available in Lee, Elephant & Castle, Sidcup and Swanley.
All classes are taught by Martin Gatter 6th Dan who has over 30 years of experience, training long term with Senior Instructors in both Karate and Tai Chi.
Programs Available
Kids Karate
Adults Karate
Tai Chi
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 Bureau check.
- All instructors have an appropriate coaching qualification.
- A 'clear pricing policy' with no hidden charges.
Kids Karate 5 - 11 yrs
We guide Shi Kon Juniors to develop:
- Health
- Attention
- Discipline
- Good Behaviour
- Respect
- Skills
- Anti Bullying and Stranger Awareness
They are given broad based Martial Arts training designed to provide them with the essential skills to move through the various belts and help them enjoy a healthy life. Grades achieved here are carried forward to the adults classes.
Where and When
Horizon Primary School, (opposite Swanley Leisure Centre), Hilda May Avenue, Swanley, Kent
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Monday |
6.45pm to 7.30pm |
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Monday |
Kids Karate (Senior) |
Newington Tenants Hall, Hampton Street, Elephant & Castle, London SE1
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Day |
6pm to 6.45pm |
6.45pm to 7.30pm |
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Wednesday |
Kids Karate (Beginner) |
Kids Karate (Senior) |
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Sunday |
Kids Karate (Beginner) |
Kids Karate (Senior) |
Holy Trinity School, Burnt Oak Road, Sidcup, Kent
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Day |
5.30pm to 6.15pm |
6.15pm to 7pm |
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Thursday |
Kids Karate (Beginner) |
Kids Karate (Senior) |
Colfeians Sports Club, Eltham Road, Lee, London
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Day |
10am to 10.45am |
10.45am to 11.30am |
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Saturday |
Kids Karate (Beginner) |
Kids Karate (Senior) |
Trial Lesson and Costs
To book your free trial lesson please ring Jez on 07752 718 658, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fill in this form.
After your trial lesson there is an all inclusive monthly payment which covers a starter pack (suit, belt and badge), licence, training fees and all belts and gradings. There are absolutely no hidden payments.
£34 to train once a week
£54 to train twice a week
Reductions are available for families - please speak to Martin.
Adults Karate 11 yrs +
The Karate taught to adults is broad based and the result of four decades of study with top masters from all over the world, by Martin and the Shi Kon Chief Instructor - Steve Rowe 8th Dan. Our student base is approximately half male and half female.
The programme begins with kicking and boxing using pads and bags to develop basic fitness; power; guard and the techniques / principles needed for self defence. We move on to use elbows, knees, basic lock and grappling for the "in close" hitting, escaping and restraining needed when confrontation is unavoidable.
As you progress, the skills become more refined covering posture, breathing, mental intention to make your own body stronger. We also cover mental intimidation, vital point striking, pressure points, joint locking, dislocation, throwing, choking and strangulation - all used to weaken the opponents body. This is achieved through a system of remembering called "Kata" and the application of technique in partnered work. In the senior grades, we focus on the traditional Wado Ryu style of Karate.
Horizon Primary School, (opposite Swanley Leisure Centre), Hilda May Avenue, Swanley, Kent
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Day |
8.30pm to 9.15pm |
9.15pm to 10pm |
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Monday |
Adult Karate (Beginner) |
Adult Karate (Senior) |
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Friday |
Adult Karate (Beginner) |
Adult Karate (Senior) |
Newington Tenants Hall, Hampton Street, Elephant & Castle, London
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Day |
8.30pm to 9.15pm |
9.15pm to 10pm |
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Wednesday |
Adult Karate (Beginner) |
Adult Karate (Senior) |
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Sunday |
Adult Karate (Beginner) |
Adult Karate (Senior) |
Colfeians Sports Club, Eltham Road, Lee, London
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Day |
1pm to 1.45pm |
1.45pm to 2.30pm |
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Saturday |
Adult Karate (Beginner) |
Adult Karate (Senior) |
Trial Lesson and Costs
To book your free trial lesson please ring Jez on 07752 718 658, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fill in this form.
After your trial lesson there is an all inclusive monthly payment which covers a starter pack (suit, belt and badge), licence, training fees and all belts and gradings. There are absolutely no hidden payments.
£34 to train once a week
£54 to train twice a week
Reductions are available for families - please speak to Martin.
Tai Chi 11 yrs +
The Tai Chi taught at the Centre is Yang Style and the result of 4 decades of study with top masters from all over the world by Martin Gatter and Steve Rowe. Over the last decade, both have studied with James Uglow in England and Steve has travelled to Hong Kong to study with Ma Lee Yang (the daughter of the famous Yang Sau Chung). The programme begins with chi kung (qiqong) exercises to help quieten the mind, breath and heart, correct the posture, strengthen the body's core muscles and allow 'free passage' of energy and vitality through the body. We also work on the first section of the traditional 'Yang Chen Fu' form putting those exercise skills into movement and partnered 'push hands' exercises.
As you progress the skills become more refined working on that which which makes your mind and body stronger, such as posture, breathing, mental intention, skill and technique through the second and third sections of the Yang Chen Fu form and more advanced levels of the chi kung exercises and push hands.
For those that are interested in the martial aspects of tai chi we offer additional training in the 2 man form, Long Boxing form, double edged sword, broadsword, spear, pole and application work.
Where and When
Horizon Primary School, (opposite Swanley Leisure Centre), Hilda May Avenue, Swanley, Kent
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Day |
7.30pm to 8.30pm |
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Monday |
Tai Chi |
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Friday |
Tai Chi |
Newington Tanants Hall, Hampton Street, Elephant & Castle, London
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Day |
7.30pm to 8.30pm |
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Wednesday |
Tai Chi |
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Sunday |
Tai Chi |
Colfeians Sports Club, Eltham Road, Lee, London
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Day |
11.30am to 1pm |
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Saturday |
Tai Chi |
Trial Lesson and Costs
To book your free trial lesson please ring Jez on 07752 718 658, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fill in this form.
After your trial lesson there is an all inclusive monthly payment which covers a starter pack (suit, belt and badge), licence, training fees and all belts and gradings. There are absolutely no hidden payments.
£29 to train once a week
£44 to train twice a week
Reductions are available for families - please speak to Martin.
