Martial Arts · OUKC
Karate is a martial art that seeks to develop both mental and physical acuteness performing defensive and counterattacking moves.
Karate is a martial art that seeks to develop both mental and physical acuteness performing defensive and counterattacking moves. Karate is inclusive to all genders and levels of experience, and we welcome enquiries from those with a disability regarding the accessibility of Karate.
Oxford University Karate Club is a member of the JKA and practices traditional Shotokan karate. Our club comprises of Oxford University students, staff and members of the local community. We offer our members opportunities to compete in a Varsity Match, BUCS and other tournaments, and the possibility of being awarded a Full Blue. Gradings are held at the end of each term.
Cuppers occurs for both individual kata and kumite. The former involves competition across the entire club (both genders) and is a great introduction to / practice for competition. Kumite is ‘fighting’ and therefore gender-divided. We encourage novices don’t partake in the kumite cuppers, but otherwise are very open to beginners!
5 Full Blues maximum to those with brown belt or higher who either i) take part in both Kata and Kumite at Varsity or, ii) win an individual medal at any national karate competition (e.g., BUCS, JKA nationals) and compete at Varsity Match in the same discipline.
Half Blues awarded to all the Varsity Match team.