JKS Wales

05/06/2026

For those travelling this weekend to our Sensei Matt Price Course, please find the venue details below:

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Llangynidr Village Hall
Cwmcrawnon Road
Llangynidr
Crickhowell
NP8 1LS

**FREE PARKING**
Across the road from the hall

There are changing facilities available on site, along with access to a kitchen for water if needed.

Please note that there are no vending machines or food and drink facilities at the venue, so make sure you bring any snacks, drinks, or lunch you may require throughout the day.

We look forward to welcoming you all for what promises to be another excellent day of training with Sensei Matt Price. Safe travels and see you there! 🥋👊

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01/06/2026

🥋 WHAT HAS JUNE GOT IN STORE?* 🥋

June is packed with opportunities across JKS Wales, whether you're taking your first steps in karate or pushing towards your next Dan grade.

✅ Sensei Matt Price Course
✅ JKS Wales Dan Grading
✅ Kyu Gradings
✅ Competitions

There really is something for everyone.

Train with world-class instructors, develop your skills, challenge yourself through gradings and competition, and be part of an association that provides opportunities from local dojo level right through to international competition.

Whether you're an individual looking for a new club or an existing club looking to be part of something bigger, JKS Wales offers a pathway for growth, development and success.

For members. For clubs. For the future. Discover what JKS Wales can offer you. 🥋🏆

🌐 www.jkswales.co.uk

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31/05/2026

Fresh from Japan. No shortcuts. No excuses.

Next weekend, Sensei Matt Price (7th Dan JKS) returns to JKS Wales after intensive training at the JKS Hombu Dojo in Japan.

This is a rare opportunity to train with one of the UK’s top instructors immediately after returning from the source of JKS Karate itself. Expect high standards, elite level detail, strong fundamentals and the intensity that comes with authentic Japanese training.

Whether your focus is grading, competition or simply improving your karate, this course promises to challenge and develop everyone on the floor.

Train harder. Move sharper. Level up.

MSK - Matt Stockham Karate fans JKS Llanbedr DC & Llanferres Karate Club JKS Gilwern Karate Club JKS Brecon Senshi Karate Dojo Llandovery Karate Club Newtown Shotokan Karate Club JKS Valleys Karate Academy

19/05/2026

Across Wales, the standard is rising.
More students. More instructors. More opportunities to train at the highest level.

Whether you're looking to start your karate journey, return to training, or take your club to the next level, there has never been a better time to be part of JKS Wales.

🥋 Spaces available now at clubs across Wales for:
• Children and beginners
• Experienced karateka
• Former martial artists returning to training
• Competitors and instructors wanting to develop further

We are also looking to work with like-minded Shotokan clubs who want to be part of a positive, supportive and technically driven organisation with access to:

✔ National courses
✔ Japanese instruction
✔ Gradings and squad training
✔ Competition opportunities
✔ Strong club support network

Traditional values. Modern standards. One team across Wales.

Message the page for information on your nearest club or affiliation opportunities.

MSK - Matt Stockham Karate
Newtown Shotokan Karate Club
JKS Valleys Karate Academy
JKS Llanbedr DC & Llanferres Karate Club
JKS Brecon Senshi Karate Dojo
JKS Gilwern Karate Club
Llandovery Karate Club
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17/05/2026

Another fantastic achievement for JKS Wales. 👏🥋

The standard across Wales continues to grow, and that comes from the dedication of our students and the quality of instruction throughout our clubs. Learning from experienced competitors and instructors who have performed at the highest level gives our members opportunities that are hard to match.

A huge well done to everyone involved in continuing to raise the level and represent JKS Wales with pride. The future is looking very strong.

Well done Ryan Moore

Next to be announced to represent Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 for the Juniors Worlds and the Commonwealth Championships are the Kata athletes 🥳

𝗝𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦
October, Poland 🇵🇱
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭 James Beards (SKW)
𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 Emmanuel Major (SKW)
𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 Tosia Harris (SKW)

𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦
November, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗘 𝗞𝗔𝗧𝗔
𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿
Ryan Moore (JKS)
Emmanuel Major (SKW)
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭
James Beards (SKW)
𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿
Emmanuel Major (SKW)
Ioan Beards (SKW)
Macie Williams (SKW)
𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁
Ben Issac (WTKF)
𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮
Ioan Beards (SKW)

𝗙𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗘 𝗞𝗔𝗧𝗔
𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿
Maddy Loveridge (WKAll)
Rosie Jennings (SSKO)
𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁
Tosia Harris (SKW)
𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮
Hayley Dark (BKW)

Congratulations on your well earned achievements!

16/05/2026

🥋 No competitions this weekend… but plenty still going on across the organisation 👊

Training done ✅ with MSK - Matt Stockham Karate
Gradings coming up ⏳
Next event loading… 👀
Sensei Matt Price Course

Enjoy the rest of your weekend everyone!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🥋🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

15/05/2026

Great to see all of our dojos across Wales doing so well.

There are loads of opportunities for new members, those looking to return to training, or anyone simply fancying a new challenge.

Whether your goal is fitness, confidence, competition, self-development or just being part of a great community, there’s a place for you within JKS Wales.

North
JKS Llanbedr DC & Llanferres Karate Club

Mid
Newtown Shotokan Karate Club

South
MSK - Matt Stockham Karate
JKS Brecon Senshi Karate Dojo
Llandovery Karate Club
JKS Valleys Karate Academy
JKS Gilwern Karate Club

It has been a fantastic week of training again at the MSK dojos so far. We are at the Brecon dojo for classes as usual in the am. Looking forward to seeing everyone there. Oss 🥋

Picture from the International Seminar at Teikyo University 2024. 🙇🏻

12/05/2026

To all our students sitting their GCSE exams — we wish you the very best of luck.

Karate has already taught you the qualities you need to succeed: discipline, focus, perseverance, respect, and the courage to keep going when things get tough.

Approach every exam the same way you approach your training:

Stay calm under pressure

Trust your preparation

Give your best effort

Never quit halfway through

A black belt is earned one step at a time — and success in education is exactly the same.

No matter the result, be proud of the hard work, commitment, and determination you’ve shown throughout the year. Your karate family is behind you every step of the way.

Good luck to all students sitting their GCSEs — now go out there and show the same spirit in the exam hall that you show in the dojo. 🥋📚 OSS!

08/05/2026

🥋 30 DAYS TO GO 🥋

The countdown is officially on for the next JKS Wales Dan Grading at Llangynidr Dojo on Sunday 7th June 2026.

Months and years of training all lead to moments like this. Dan gradings are not just about technique, they are about commitment, consistency, attitude and spirit.

For those planning to grade, please ensure you have:

✅ A valid licence
✅ Permission from your instructor
✅ Completed your grading form and submitted it to JKS Wales via your instructor

Train hard, stay focused and make these next 30 days count.

📍 Llangynidr Dojo
📅 7th June 2026

🌐 www.jkswales.co.uk

04/05/2026

REMINDER

JOIN US NOW:

As Yamaguchi Sensei continues to provide monthly online sessions to promote the JKS Koten Kata Series you are all invited to attend. Your support is essential to maintain these sessions & it would be appreciated if you could send this to all interested students in your federations.

Location: Online (Zoom link will be emailed on Saturday 9th May 2026

Registration Fee: £15 GBP

Don’t Miss Out!

Click here to secure your spot:

Please click here to register and pay for the KAKUYOKU SHODAN Part 1 Koten Kata ONLINE Seminar May 10th 2026.

https://manager.dojoexpert.com/student/register.aspx?g=c155e5d9-3761-41fb-88d9-4aae1dd3a965&j=en-GB

Need Assistance?

Contact Yamaguchi Sensei at [email protected] for any inquiries.

Warm regards,
Takashi Yamaguchi
JKS Headquarters

Please Note: All participants must register individually