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Lea Valley Karate Academy

Lea Valley Karate Academy

Chigwell, United Kingdom

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Lea Valley Karate Academy is a traditional Wado Ryu karate club founded in 2004, running classes at venues across Hertfordshire and Essex. This Chigwell Row group meets in the hall at All Saints Church and trains in belt-level groups, from beginners through to higher grades, covering both self-defence and sport karate. The academy is led by Chief Instructor Daniel Hollister, a 4th Dan black belt and former Senior England International. The club holds the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts and works with SPACE, a Hertfordshire charity supporting families affected by autism, ADHD and related conditions. Students can try the club before committing through its introductory trial offer.

Address
All Saints Church, All Saints House, Romford Rd, Chigwell Row, Chigwell IG7 4QD, UK
Sports
Karate
Map showing Lea Valley Karate Academy

Training

Styles
Karate · Wado-ryu
Founded
2004

Your first visit

Trial
Free trial · 30 days

Timetable this week

Monday

16:00Karate · Wado-ryu

BeginnersSensei Simone Shillingford

16:45Karate · Wado-ryu

IntermediateSensei Simone Shillingford

17:30Karate · Wado-ryu

IntermediateSensei Simone Shillingford

18:15Karate · Wado-ryu

AdvancedSensei Simone Shillingford

Prices

New Licence

One-offAnnual feeLicence included

£40.00
Renewal

Annual feeLicence included

£35.00
Expired Licence (Renewal)

Annual feeLicence included

£40.00
Lost Licence

One-offAnnual feeLicence included

£15.00

From the gym's website, checked 6 November 2026.

Coaches

  • Sensei Simone Shillingford

    CoachKarate

  • Sensei Daniel Hollister

    Head coachKarate · Black Belt

Contact

Instagram
@lvkakarate

Questions about Lea Valley Karate Academy

Where is Lea Valley Karate Academy?

Lea Valley Karate Academy is at All Saints Church, All Saints House, Romford Rd, Chigwell Row, Chigwell IG7 4QD, UK.

Which sports does Lea Valley Karate Academy teach?

Lea Valley Karate Academy is listed for Karate.

Can I try Lea Valley Karate Academy before joining?

Yes. Lea Valley Karate Academy lets you train free for 30 days.

When are the beginner classes at Lea Valley Karate Academy?

Lea Valley Karate Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 16:00.

How much does Lea Valley Karate Academy cost?

Prices at Lea Valley Karate Academy: New Licence: £40.00 one-off, Renewal: £35.00, Expired Licence (Renewal): £40.00 and Lost Licence: £15.00 one-off.

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