Jiyū Karate Shoto Edinburgh Academy

Private lessons in home dojo working on basic techniques for kata..

When priciples and discipline align....

🥋❄️ WHO’S READY TO COMPETE?! 🏆🔥

The Jiyū Karate Shoto Edinburgh Academy Winter Club Championships 2026 are coming! 👊

It’s time to put your training to the test, step onto the tatami and GO FOR GOLD!🥇🥈🥉

Whether you’re a competition regular or this is your first ever tournament, our Club Championships are the perfect chance to get involved, challenge yourself, build confidence and experience the excitement of competition! 💪🔥

And remember… it’s not just about the medals. It’s about giving it your all, supporting your teammates and being proud of how far you’ve come.❤️🥋

📅 Saturday 14th November
📍 St Peter’s Church
⏰ 11:00am start

🚨 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!🚨

Don’t leave it until the last minute — get your entry in and get ready to compete!👊🔥

👉 REGISTER HERE:
[Register Now](https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=179f766c-b44a-40e9-a533-74decf57e44b&j=en-GB&utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Who’s taking home the gold this winter? 🥇👀

🥋 Karate Without Limits — No Borders, No Restrictions.

🥋 NEW WEEK. NEW GOALS. LET’S GO!🔥

It’s Monday… which means it’s time to get back in the dojo! 👊

Start the week the right way with an evening of karate with Jiyu Karate Shoto Edinburgh Academy. Whether you’re a complete beginner, working towards your next grading or pushing yourself in competition, there’s always something to work on and improve. 💪

🐯 5:30pm – Tiger Cubs
👨‍👩‍👧 5:30pm – Parent & Child
🥋 6:20pm – Basic Class
👊 7:20pm – Kumite
🔥 7:50pm – Advanced
⚡ 8:40pm – Advanced Kata

New week. Fresh focus. Same commitment. 💙

Turn up. Train hard. Keep improving.🥋🔥

📍 St Peter’s Church, Lutton Place, Edinburgh

Who’s ready to start the week strong? 👊

www.jiyukarateedinburgh.co.uk

🥋 CENTRAL SCOTLAND OPEN 2026 🥋

A huge well done to our small team competing at the Central Open today! 👏🔥

So proud of these three! ❤️ They stepped onto the tatami, gave it their all and, most importantly, showed lots of progress. 💪

Every competition is another opportunity to learn, gain experience and build confidence — and we’re seeing that hard work starting to pay off. 👊🥋

Keep pushing, keep learning and keep believing in yourselves. Lots more to come! 🔥

Well done guys! 👏👏👏

🥋 FRIDAY NIGHT = KARATE NIGHT!*🔥👊

The weekend is nearly here… but first, it’s time to **hit the mats!** 💥

Join us tonight at St Peter’s Church for a full evening of karate, with classes for all ages and abilities.

🐯 5:30pm – Tiger Cubs
👨‍👩‍👧 5:30pm – Parent & Child
🥋 6:20pm – Basic Class
👊 7:10pm – Kumite
🔥 7:40pm – Advanced
⚡ 8:30pm – Advanced Kata

Whether you’re taking your first steps in karate, working towards your next grading or pushing yourself in competition, there’s a place for you 💙

Come along, train hard, have fun and finish the week strong! 💪

No excuses. No limits. Just karate. 🥋🔥

📍 St Peter’s Church, Lutton Place, Edinburgh

🥋 BOOKING IS NOW OPEN! 🇯🇵

We’re excited to announce that booking is now open for our special seminar with Shinji Nagaki Sensei – 7th Dan JSKA on Friday 6th November!

This is a fantastic opportunity to train with one of Japan’s highly respected Shotokan instructors, with three sessions available throughout the evening.

🥋 SEMINAR TIMES
Seminar 1
🕔 5:20pm – 6:20pm

Seminar 2
🕡 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Seminar 3
🕗 7:40pm – 8:40pm

✨ Open to karateka regardless of grades and affiliations

Places are limited, so we recommend booking early to avoid missing out!

👉 BOOK NOW:
https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=c6a9fcb4-957d-4693-a21c-60f39aebc3eb&j=en-GB

📅 Friday 6th November 2026
📍 St Peters Church, Lutton Place, Edinburgh

Come and train, learn and be inspired by Nagaki Sensei! 🇯🇵🥋

Jiyū Karate Shoto Edinburgh Academy
Tradition | Discipline | Respect | Excellence

🥋 WEDNESDAY NIGHT KARATE AT GRANTON! 🔥

Wednesday nights are all about training, learning and improving— whether you’re just starting out or working towards your next goal.

📍 Edinburgh College, Granton

🥋 6:00pm – Basic Class
👊 7:05pm – Kumite Class
👧🧑 Ages 7+

Come along, train hard, build confidence and be part of a great team! 💙

Karate Without Limits – No Borders, No Restrictions.

See you on the mat tonight! 👊🔥

🥋 COMPETITION SEASON IS HERE! 🔥

It’s time to sharpen those skills, build confidence and take your karate to the next level! 💪

Our Monthly Competition Training Day is coming up on Saturday 19th September at St Peter’s Church, Lutton Place— and it’s open to everyone!

Whether you’re:
🥋 New to competition
🏆 An experienced competitor
👊 Looking to improve your Kata or Kumite
💪 Wanting to build confidence and match fitness

This is a great opportunity to train hard, learn, challenge yourself and enjoy training alongside your teammates.

Kata & Kumite • Technique • Timing • Strategy • Mindset

Come ready to work hard, have fun and be the best version of yourself! 🔥

👊 Train hard. Compete strong. Be your best.

Dear Secretary/Member

Please help Karate Scotland build a strong National Team throughout 2026 and beyond by sending your best athletes along to train with our National Coaches in Para Kata, with an aim to gain selection in the future to represent Scotland at EKF & WKF Events. With your help we can continue to build a strong respected nation on the elite competition circuit.

Please click here to register for Para Kata squad training on Sunday 13th September 2026

https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=973ddc63-70a0-4a9f-8cff-194fd6811537&j=en-GB

12.30 - 1.30pm (Cost £10.00)

PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME

Your application will be removed if payment is not received.

Please check with your instructor as to your eligibility to attend.

Best regards

Paul Giannandrea - Karate Scotland Chairman

Dear Secretary/Member

Please help Karate Scotland build a strong National Team throughout 2026 and beyond by sending your best athletes along to train with our National Coaches in Kumite, with an aim to gain selection in the future to represent Scotland at EKF & WKF Events. With your help we can continue to build a strong respected nation on the elite competition circuit.

Please see the links below to register and attend the next Karate Scotland Kumite Squad sessions.

Venue: SKGB Training Venue, Main Street, Throsk, Stirling, FK7 7NA

Please click here to register for Kumite Squad training on Sunday 27th September 2026:

https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=b4d5e070-0f82-4b22-ab5e-e605b43c8029&j=en-GB

11:00 - 12:30pm 13yrs & below (Cost £20)

1:00 - 2:30pm 14yrs and above (Cost £20)


Your application will be removed if payment is not received.

Please check with your instructor as to your eligibility to attend.

Best regards

Paul Giannandrea - Karate Scotland Chairman