Cardiff Karate Academy
Shotokan karate & BJJ for all ages in Cardiff
Martial Arts
About
Cardiff Karate Academy has been developing martial artists since 2009. We run Shotokan karate classes for juniors (5–12) and adults, plus Brazilian jiu-jitsu fundamentals for teens and adults. Grading examinations are held twice a year with an external WKF-affiliated panel. Whether you're a complete beginner or chasing your black belt, there's a place for you on our mat.
Weekly classes
Monday
19:00
Senior Karate
Main Dojo
90 min
Tuesday
17:00
Junior Karate
Main Dojo
60 min
20:30
Beginners BJJ
Main Dojo
60 min
Wednesday
19:00
Senior Karate
Main Dojo
90 min
Thursday
17:00
Junior Karate
Main Dojo
60 min
Friday
20:00
Beginners BJJ
Main Dojo
60 min
Saturday
10:00
Junior Karate
Main Dojo
90 min
Upcoming events
Summer Grading 2026
Tue, 7 Jul 2026
Our annual grading event open to all club members. Students will be assessed in kata, kihon and kumite by an external WK…
Ages 5–any
from £18.00
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