Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club
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Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club is a traditional Shotokan karate club in Putney, south-west London, affiliated with JKA England. Classes are held in the hall of a local school during term time and are led by Chief Instructor Mike Dignam, a 2nd Dan black belt who trains under the chief instructor of JKA England. The club welcomes juniors from the age of five as well as adult students, and all abilities are encouraged to join, with a Sunday session aimed at children and all ages. A separate session suits seniors and more advanced juniors, and one-to-one lessons are available for students preparing for gradings or competition. The club follows a belt grading system and has been running for around thirty years.
Training
- Styles
- Karate · Shotokan
- Affiliation
- JKA England
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Beginners
- From age 5
Timetable this week
Thursday
Sunday
Prices
Per term
£170.00Per term
£185.00Private lesson60 min
£55.00From the gym's website, checked 6 November 2026.
Coaches
- Mike Dignam
Head coachKarate · Black Belt
Contact
- @nishikawa.skc
Questions about Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club
Where is Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club?
Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club is at Brandlehow, Shool, Brandlehow Rd, London SW15 2ED, UK.
Which sports does Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club teach?
Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club is listed for Karate.
When are the beginner classes at Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club?
Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club runs classes open to beginners on Thursday 19:30 and Sunday 10:00.
How much does Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club cost?
Prices at Nishikawa Shotokan Karate Club: Kids · ages 5–16 · Membership: £170.00 a term, Adults · ages 17+ · Membership: £185.00 a term and One-to-One: £55.00.
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