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The latest karate news and updates from clubs, events, and organisations across the UK.
EKNGB outlines discounted sport-medicine access for National A Squad
The English Karate National Governing Body says National A Squad athletes will receive access to discounted sport medicine and injury treatment through developing partner support.
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EKNGB announces Greg Francis course for 22 November
The English Karate National Governing Body lists a two-part Traditional Course Series session with Sensei Greg Francis on Sunday 22 November 2026, with booking details to follow.
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BKF reports England fourth in medals table at World Youth and U21 Cup
The British Karate Federation says England finished fourth in the medals table and third overall in total medals from WKF federations at the World Youth and U21 Cup.
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BKF publishes joint statement on UK recognition within WKF structures
The British Karate Federation says a joint declaration by the four UK Home Nation governing bodies reaffirms the BKF’s WKF-recognised role for the United Kingdom.
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Kaze Chikara lists club grading at Chester-le-Street on 8 November
Kaze Chikara Karate lists a club grading for 8 November 2026 at Chester-le-Street Community Centre, with the grading expected to start at approximately 2pm.
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SKF Open Championships set for Meadowbank on 22 November
The Scottish Karate-Do Federation lists its Open Championships for 22 November 2026 at Meadowbank Sports Centre and says the event is open to members of all federations.
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JKA England squad training listed for 15 November
JKA England lists squad training on 15 November 2026 for junior/cadet and senior squads, with a separate veterans eligibility note.
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KUGB Central Region course and kata squad training set for 6 December
KUGB has listed a Central Region All Grades Course and Kata Squad Training session at Lilleshall Hall National Sports Centre on 6 December 2026.
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KUGB Black and Brown Belt course and grading set for Chelmsford
KUGB has listed a Black and Brown Belt Course and Grading at Mildmay Sports Hall in Chelmsford on 21 November 2026.
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KUGB Black and Brown Belt course and Dan grading set for Sunderland
KUGB has listed a Black and Brown Belt Course and Dan Grading at CitySpace Building in Sunderland on 15 November 2026.
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KUGB Wales Squad Training set for 1 November in Dowlais
KUGB has listed Wales Squad Training at The Engine House in Dowlais on 1 November, with junior, senior kata and senior kumite sessions.
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KUGB Central Region course and kata squad training set for 31 October
The KUGB calendar lists a Central Region All Grades Course and Kata Squad Training session for 31 October at WLV Gym, University of Wolverhampton.
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Ashton Patrick wins bronze for England at WKF World U21 Championships
EKNGB reports that Ashton Patrick won a World Bronze Medal in the U21 −84kg kumite at the 2026 WKF World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Poland.
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EKNGB Presidents Cup listed for Leicester on 15 November
The English Karate NGB calendar lists its 2026 Presidents Cup regional competition for Sunday 15 November at Braunstone Leisure Centre in Leicester.
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JKA England International Winter Course returns to Crawley on 27–29 November
JKA England’s three-day International Winter Course will combine Shotokan training, gradings and qualification exams at K2 Crawley from 27 to 29 November 2026.
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EKF Autumn Open Championships set for North Solihull on 22 November
The English Karate Federation will hold its Autumn Open Championships at North Solihull Sports Centre on Sunday 22 November, with kata and kumite open to clubs, groups and associations.
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Commonwealth Karate Championships set for Glasgow from 5 November
The 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships will bring elite and club competition to Glasgow’s Emirates Arena from 5 to 8 November 2026.
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ESKA Championships set for Stevenage on 15 November
The English Shotokan Karate Association has listed its 2026 Championships for 15 November at Stevenage Hombu Dojo, with freestyle, kata and team kata categories.
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KUGB schedules free black and brown belt course with Dan grading in Rhyl
KUGB karateka will have a free black and brown belt training course in Rhyl on 25 October, followed by 1st and 2nd Dan grading.
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KUGB National Youth and Student Championships return to Liverpool on 7 November
The KUGB National Youth and Student Championships will take place at Greenbank Sports Academy in Liverpool on Saturday 7 November.
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KUGB Grand Slam 2 set for Walsall on 24 October
The Karate Union of Great Britain will stage Grand Slam 2 at WLV Gym in Walsall on Saturday 24 October, with squad training before the competition.
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Shotokan Connect lists Canterbury festival for Sensei Georges Dussart’s 80th birthday
A Canterbury karate festival on 7 November will combine traditional Shotokan training, bo staff work and a birthday reception for Sensei Georges Dussart.
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Shotokan Connect schedules Shotorama 2026 festival in Guildford for 18 October
Shotokan Connect has listed Shotorama 2026 for Sunday 18 October at Guildford Spectrum, with a five-hour programme of Shotokan workshops.
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ESKA lists free Kata Judges Course in St Albans for 17 October
The English Shotokan Karate Association has scheduled a free Kata Judges Course on 17 October at Sandringham School in St Albans for ESKA black belts.
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