The Spring Karate Course
Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 2022
The Spring Karate Course
Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 2022
The Spring Karate Course
Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 2022
The Spring Karate Course
Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 2022
The Spring Karate Course
Monday 14th to Friday 18th April 2025
Set just a five-minute walk from the beach, the Spring Karate Course offers the perfect blend of intensive training and leisure. Held at the Torbay Leisure Centre in Paignton, Devon, this course provides a unique opportunity to sharpen your karate skills while enjoying the stunning coastal surroundings.
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The course features a range of activities, including a Kata Competition, a Social Evening, and access to Devon’s beautiful sights. It caters to all needs, from practical Instructor Qualification exams to a First Aid lecture led by Dr. Tim Baker. With a flexible schedule, you can tailor your experience—whether focusing on grading preparation or balancing training with family time.
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Join us for a week of dedicated karate training, personal growth, and unforgettable experiences.
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Torbay Leisure Centre
Located in the heart of Paignton, the leisure centre offers a large sports hall which allows us to hold several different classes at once based on grade and ability.
The sports centre also includes seating for spectators to watch these sessions, an onsite café, a swimming and trainer pool, a health suite, squash courts and a soft play area for younger children.
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Prices for additional activities can be obtained from the Sports Centre Reception.
Please note :
the Sports Centre is a CASHLESS facility
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Torbay Leisure Centre, Penwill Way, Clennon Valley, Paignton Devon TQ4 5JR
IMPORTANT PARKING INFO
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We have special parking arrangements for course attendees. Please collect a parking voucher from the Leisure Centre Reception upon arrival and ensure it is clearly displayed on your dashboard.
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Then purchase a 4-hour ticket for £5.10 (reduced from £9 which will cover you for the whole day).
Alternatively you can purchase a 4-day ticket for £24.
Course Timetable
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Our Spring Karate Course offers a wide variety of activities, from our core Training classes to our exclusive Dan Grading Classes designed for those grading to 1st Dan or above in the next year. And let's not forget our annual Kata Competition, which is open to all ages and skill levels.
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There are two payment options to choose from: either pay in advance for the entire week and enjoy as many classes as you like, or pay on the day if you're planning on attending only once or twice. To make things easier for everyone, we strongly recommend booking and paying in advance. It will save you precious time on the day so you can focus on your training.
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The Social Evening/Quiz Night will be held at:Hyde Dendy 18 Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BD
Accommodation
Paignton Harbour nestles on the western shores of Torbay, situated midway between Torquay and Brixham harbours and there's an abundance of caravans, little cottages, small hotels and apartments in the area.
Participants on the course should book their own accommodation through sites such as those linked below:
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Course Activities
Kata Competition
On Thursday at 3pm-5pm we'll be holding a Kata competition for all ages and all grades. This will be split into three categories: Kyu Grades, Brown Belts, and Black Belts. Entries are free and open to anyone training during the week, and we encourage anyone and everyone to attend, especially those who are Grading at the end of the week.
On this course you'll find several different activities for all different ages and grades:
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Quiz Night
At the Social Evening on Monday, Sensei Billy Higgins will be running a Quiz. This is open for everyone of all ages who are on the course alongside their families and it's a great opportunity to meet up with KUGB friends, both old and new! Entrance is free, and food and drink are available for purchase.
Lecture - First Aid
Dr. Tim Baker, FRCGP BMBS Member of the Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine UK, will be holding a lecture on Wednesday morning from 10:45-11:45am that will look into First Aid procedures. Definitely an interesting listen!
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Kid's Activity Pack
Pick up a free Kid's Activity Pack with colouring pages, word searches, mazes, and more, specially themed to the Spring Karate Course and surrounding area. These are available to pick up at the Social Evening and before/after classes from Tuesday onwards.
Instructor's Qualification Practical Exam
On Tuesday from 2-3pm we will be holding the Practical Exam for the KUGB Instructor's Qualification. This is not only for people who have successfully completed the online theory and received permission from their instructor to take the exam, but also for anyone who is interested in learning about the process to become a KUGB Qualified Instructor.
Photo credit: Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company
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The only attraction in Devon that lets you enjoy the delights of Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Dartmouth and the River Dart, Kingswear and Totnes on your day out!
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Check out the Round Robin and tour Devon on steam trains, boat trips and a paddle steamer.
Things To Do
Paignton is a beautiful coastal resort with a mild climate and numerous small fishing boats and private craft which give the area a Mediterranean look and thus dub it: The English Riviera.
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Whether you'd like to visit to Paignton Zoo, take a ride on the Dartmouth Steam Train, or just enjoy the scenery, our course timetable will give you plenty of time to enjoy all that the surrounding area has to offer. If you need some inspiration on how to spend your time outside the sports centre we would recommend looking here.​
Interested in our 2025 course? Email us now to join our mailing list and be the first to know when bookings are open.
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