Kokoro
Karate Dojo
Traditional Shotokan Karate
Classes Across Leicestershire

Kokoro Karate Dojo

We teach traditional Shotokan Karate; one of the most popular, effective and highly regarded of all Japanese martial arts.

In our classes you will learn traditional karate techniques and self defence and experience our welcoming and friendly atmosphere.  Drawing from the age old traditions of the ancient past Japanese masters and the modern and contemporary influences from our present day instructors.

Kokoro Karate Dojo was founded in 2015 by Sensei Tim (4th dan black belt and chief instructor) and his son Sempai Jack (2nd dan black belt).  We chose NAKMAS as our governing body for their outstanding child and adult safeguarding policies, equality  policy and their ethics and conduct policy.  NAKMAS hold numerous quality assurance, equality and inclusion accreditations such as ISO 9001, ANAB, The Equality Standard, Sport and Recreation Alliance, TAFISA, Anti Bullying Alliance and #iWILL. 

1-min

All ages welcome.
Ideal for kids aged from 5 to 105

2-min

All ability levels are catered for from beginners to black belts

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For the first 3 months, beginners can train wearing just tracksuit bottoms & a T-shirt or similar

5-min

No Contract
No Joining fee 
No Membership fee 

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Karate lessons cost only £7.00 per 1 hour session

4-min

Free taster lesson for all newcomers

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How Karate can improve people

Within the discipline and learning environment of Karate there are many benefits.
Kokoro is a Japanese word which relates to the mind, body and spirit, through regular training you can expect to enhance all 3 areas. 

Mind

Confidence
Self control
Problem Solving
Memory retention
Adaptation

Body

Fitness
Endurance
Coordination
Balance
Flexibility

Spirit

Respect
Humility
Patience
Integrity
Perseverance

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We offer all new students a FREE trial session. Simply let us know your preferred venue and time.

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Club News

2024 – Our Year In Summary

December 17, 2024

2024has been another amazing year at Kokoro Karate Dojo. Along with continuing to steadily increase student numbers at our current locations we also; We taught karate in our dojos for a

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3rd Dan Grading – DECEMBER 2024

December 15, 2024

CONGRATULATIONS to Nathan who passed his Sandan Kuro Obi (3rd dan black belt) grading on 14th September 2024.  He showed some incredibly accurate and highly dynamic Shotokan Karate skills in Kihon,

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The Sharolynn
The Sharolynn
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Kibworth Karate (name changed in 2017 to Kokoro Karate Dojo) is a great club for all ages and abilities. As a late starter to Karate I instantly enjoyed the lessons. Sensei Tim is a great teacher and the family feeling in the club is fantastic, thoroughy recommend
Sarah Miles
Sarah Miles
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This is a great Karate club for people of all ages and abilities. Since attending I have gained confidence, improved fitness and learned so much about Japanese traditions. Sensei Tim is a fantastic and patient teacher.
Tony Roscoe
Tony Roscoe
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Brilliant dojo practicing traditional Shotokan karate. Sensei Tim is an experienced instructor who provides a welcoming environment for learning karate as a family. It’s also a very reasonably priced 1 hour session. Sunday mornings can’t come around soon enough!
Jenny Allen
Jenny Allen
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I joined this club with my 6 year old daughter so we can learn and enjoy some fitness together, we are thoroughly enjoying our lessons, Sensei Tim is a brilliant teacher, very friendly and welcoming environment.
Paul Allen
Paul Allen
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Katie Rees
Katie Rees
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My then 9 year old son wanted to start karate with me, so after more than 20 years I dusted off my gi and went along with him. I was a little apprehensive but needn’t have been. Sensei Tim is excellent, his lessons are interesting and he finds different ways to teach us that both adults and children alike enjoy. He is patient and kind and I would wholeheartedly recommend this karate class to any age or ability, as it has given me fitness and my son confidence and strength. We both look forward to his sessions and now my 7 year old has also started. It’s lovely that we can all enjoy this experience together.
Mitesh Vaghela
Mitesh Vaghela
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If you want to leant karate this is the place to choose. Sensi Tim is beyond excellent, patient, helpful and teaches in a way that makes you think beyond karate. The best.
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