Linked Sites

The serious karateka will always strive for acquisition of knowledge as a way to self-improvement. Club members and visitors may wish to visit the following site links offering information on useful publications, video clips, message boards etc that will allow further study of Shotokan Karate.

Sensei Says Blog

Mark has his own blog which features articles about technique, training tips, and personal improvement mixed in with some homespun philosophy. Updated sporadically but there is some stuff worth reading so make sure to pay a visit. http://burleighskc.blogspot.com

JKA Silicon Valley US

A great site for the dedicated karate practitioner. Jon Keeling trained at the JKA for many years and shares his knowledge in the superb 'Articles' section of the site. http://www.jkasv.com

Shotokan Karate Magazine.

Edited by John Cheetham (4th Dan). This excellent magazine comes out quarterly and is easily obtained by post at no extra cost. Alternatively you can order back issues as a compilation CDR. http://www.shotokanmag.com/

Karate The Japanese Way

An excellent site with lots of informative articles, FAQs, video downloads and links; it also has a good message board. http://karatethejapaneseway.com/

24 Fighting Chickens

A great site, packed with practical advice and information about Shotokan Karate. It includes many scientific, historical and philosophical articles that will help you understand the why and how of training in karate. http://www.24fightingchickens.com

Dragon Associates

This is a multipurpose site based in the USA. It offers a range of services including access to videos and magazines. It's Shotokan friendly and has some great articles. See the Dragon Times Magazine 'Online Articles' link. Contributors include some of the finest instructors in the world. http://www.dragon-tsunami.org/dtorg/Pages/Home.htm

The Shotokan Way

This is one of the best UK message board sites put together by people who are serious about their karate. Centering on many aspects of Shotokan karate. Apart from the forum it has many great articles and lots of useful information for beginners through to advanced grades. Well worth a look.http://www.theshotokanway.com/

Mona Books

This is your one stop shop for books and videos. Over 2500 items stocked. Mike Burton who runs this is a friend and a fellow member of the WTKF. http://www.monabooks.co.uk/

ExRx.Net

This site provides information about anatomy, physiology, training advice and nutrition. The more you know about how your body works the more you will be able to tailor your training. This in turn develops strength, stamina, flexibility co-ordination etc. http://www.exrx.net/

The following links are to sites with which we have a close relationship. They offer contacts for courses, competitions, merchandise and news

Academy Of Karate

Joseph Claycomb is a former student of mine from way back. Now residing in the U.S. he teaches traditional Shotokan Karate to the highest standard. You can check out his credentials and browse his club site here. http://www.aokdojo.com

Blitz Sport

View products online and then order wanted items through the club to receive goods discounted below their retail price. http://www.blitzsport.com/

Kawasoe Sensei

The official site of STKF (Scottish branch of the UKTKF) This is the place to go for information pertaining to UKTKF events including those in England and Wales. http://kawasoesensei.wordpress.com/

Vale Karate Club

Probably the biggest club in South Wales. Hosting frequent courses in kumite and kata. http://valekarate.com/

Welsh Karate League

Upcoming events, entry forms, competition results, league tables and everything else to do with the WKL. http://www.welshkarateleague.org/content.asp?mode=view&id=1

Welsh Traditional Karate Federation

Contacts for all WTKF clubs and instructors plus information on events, courses and gradings with Sensei Kawasoe in Wales. http://www.karatecymru.com/?p=78e362f1b6&iaith=2