Derwent Self Defence Club

Self defence classes based in East Riding of Yorkshire

Affiliated with Bearsden Martial Arts, the club has its roots in Shotokai Karate but, reflecting the interests of the senior instructors, has evolved to incorporate elements of many martial arts, such as judo, jiu-jitsu and aikido. The over-arching principle is one of self defence and the emphasis is on self development and continual improvement so there is no competitive fighting element to what we do.

18/06/2026

It's new warm up day!
A mix of cardio, stretch, strength and technique to make every minute of the warm up count towards our training.
We're working on kicks so plenty of hip exercises in there

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05/06/2026

Waaay back in January we held a course and grading but unfortunately, due to injury, Christine couldn't complete the entire grading. Last night she finished the job and achieved her yellow belt. We are so proud of her and her determination plus a fabulous hip throw! Well done Christine!

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31/05/2026

Congratulations Rachel from all of us at DSDC 👊

08/05/2026

Last week, one of the members had seen some self defence techniques online and wanted to try them out. So we did. Some of them really didn't work for us so we played around to see what DID work.
No need for complicated moves. Simple techniques that work.

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Location

York

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Telephone

+447709126892

Website

http://derwentsdc.co.uk/

Address

Cadet Hall, Flatgate, Howden
York
DN147AD

Opening Hours

Monday

6pm - 7pm