Authentic Wado-Ryu Karate in Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire
Learn Wado-Ryu, the most effective style of karate from Jon Wicks 8th Dan - one of the highest graded instructors in the United Kingdom. Sensei Wicks has won all major Wado-Ryu titles including the World Championships, European Championships (four times winner) and Wado Cup. He has for many years trained directly under Master Tatsuo Suzuki 8th Dan Hanshi, who originally introduced the style of Wado-Ryu to England in 1965. Sensei Wicks is also the WIKF World Chief Instructor having been appointed to the role by Sensei Suzuki in Cyprus 2009. Su-Ha-Ri provides high quality training for adults and children of all levels and abilities and helps everyone enjoy the benefits karate offers.
Karate is not Just a Martial Art - It's a Personal Challenge
Wado-Ryu Karate is an effective and refined system of self-defence, but it offers so much more. Through regular practice, students develop not only physical strength and coordination, but also confidence, focus, and resilience.
Training in Wado-Ryu fosters fitness, discipline, and self-awareness, while providing a welcoming social environment where you’ll quickly meet new people and enjoy being part of a supportive community.
Karate is suitable for all ages, fitness levels, and abilities. You don’t need to be fit to begin, you’ll become fit through training.
Karate Kids Special Classes for Boys and Girls
Su-Ha-Ri offers authentic Wado-Ryu training for adults and children of all ages. Our popular dedicated "Karate Kids" classes are equally popular with boys and girls.Our special Karate Kids introduces younger students to not only a martial art but team work, good manners, much needed physical activity and a hobby that offers so much. Bring your budding Karateka along and let them enjoy an activity that benefits them on many levels.
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Su-Ha-Ri - The School of Success
Su-Ha-Ri is a school with a proven track record, producing champions at every level.
Principal Instructor Jon Wicks (8th Dan) has won all Wado-Ryu World and European titles and has gone on to coach numerous champions at world, European, and national level.
While Su-Ha-Ri has a strong and active competition arm, we also welcome those who want to train for fun, fitness, confidence, or simply to enjoy a new hobby.
Start your path to black belt, and train with champions.
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Want to find out if Karate is your next passion? We’d love to have you join us for a taster session.
Simply complete the form - we’ll get in touch to arrange your class so you can experience training at a school with a history of success.
Whether you’re looking to get fit, boost your well-being, learn self-defence, or compete, Su-Ha-Ri has something for you.
Our students span all ages, and we’re proud of our friendly, active social community too.
You're never too old to start but always too young to stop!
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"The benefits of regular exercise are well known. Karate does not just promote a fitter and healthier body it also strengthens the mind and self confidence.
Training in a Martial Art is not only great for fitness, it is also a valuable skill which promotes self discipline, self control and coordination.
Su-Ha-Ri offers authentic Wado-Ryu training for adults and children of all ages. Our popular dedicated "Karate Kids" classes are equally popular with boys and girls.
Karate supports self-defence by teaching students how to manage distance, stay aware and use straightforward techniques that work under pressure. It builds calm confidence so people can respond safely if a situation turns difficult.
Karate creates genuine friendships because people train, learn and progress together. The shared effort builds a close knit community where everyone supports each other on and off the mats.
Karate strengthens focus through sustained attention to movement, timing and intention, often described as zanshin, a calm, alert awareness that doesn't switch off. It helps students stay present and purposeful in everything they do.
Karate cultivates respect through its traditions, etiquette and the discipline of training in a centuries-old martial art. Students learn to value their instructors, training partners and the art itself, carrying that attitude into everyday life.
Karate builds confidence by giving students clear skills, steady progress and a sense of capability rooted in real practice. As people realise what they can do, they start to carry themselves with more assurance both in and out of the dojo.
Knife and Sword Defence Video
In this downloadable video Sensei Jon Wicks demonstrates the Wado-Ryu Knife (Tanto Dori) and Sword (Tachi Dori) defence techniques.
This video covers:
Tanto Dori 1-10 - Tachi Sword Defence 1-5
Sensei Wicks demonstrates each technique and breaks down the finer points in detail to assist you with your understanding of each one. This is essential viewing for all Wado-Ryu practitioners. Order now for immediate download.
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