Links

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

Sensei Says Blog

BSKC instructor Mark has his own blog which features articles about technique, training tips, and personal improvement mixed in with some home spun philosophy. There are also plenty of pictures and video clips pertaining to the world of Shotokan karate. Updated weekly make sure to pay a visit. http://burleighskc.blogspot.com

Academy Of Karate

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

JKA Silicon Valley US

A great site for the dedicated karate practitioner. Jon Keeling trained in Japan at the JKA for many years and shares his knowledge in the superb 'articles section' of his 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 wait for the back issues to appear as a compilation CDR. http://www.shotokanmag.com/

Karate The Japanese Way

An excellent site with lots of informative articles, how to's, 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 multi purpose 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 a UK based stylish site put together by people who are serious about their karate. Centering on many aspects of Shotokan karate; it has some great articles and lots of useful information for beginners through to senior grades.. 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 freind 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/

Tora Kai

Tora Kai is the Scottish branch of the UKTKF. They have news of Sensei Kawasoes courses in Scotland and other UKTKF events nationwide. http://www.tora-kai.co.uk/postnuke/

Seki Ryu Zan

Seki Ryu Zan is one of the founder members of the WTKF and is the main honbu for the association. They are based in Bangor, North Wales and have as their Chief Instructor Gwyn Mowll (5th Dan). http://www.sekiryuzan.org/