Hokushin Karate Academy

07/09/2026

Today's classes:

4pm - Drumoyne (mixed class)
5pm - Bishopbriggs (Heroes 4 to 6 Yr olds)
6pm - Bishopbriggs (mixed class)
7pm - Bishopbriggs (advanced class)

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06/09/2026

Parents! 🙋‍♂️ — a gentle word of advice when choosing a karate club for your child.

Karate is not just an after-school activity.
It should be an education.

Unfortunately, many children’s classes today are run more like a crèche than a dojo — lots of games, lots of noise, lots of running about… but very little actual martial arts. The children go home sweaty and tired, but that's about it. Where's the learning?

Children enjoy training — but enjoyment should come from the achievement, the progress, and learning to do something difficult… not simply being entertained.

Karate was never meant to be a babysitting service. You are not just paying for an hour to fill time. You are investing in your child’s character.

So when you choose a club, ask: Are they being taught, or are they being occupied?

The difference matters more than you think.

Hokushin Karate Academy
Train • Believe • Achieve

05/09/2026

At Hokushin Karate Academy, we’re more than just a dojo; we’re a family! Our free trial is the perfect opportunity to dive in. Limited spots available—don’t miss out! Sign up on our website now!

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04/09/2026

🥋 Our karate classes for teens offer a fantastic way to stay fit, learn self-defense, and build lifelong friendships. 🤝 With experienced instructors guiding you, you'll develop skills that go beyond the dojo. 💪 Don't hesitate—join us today at www.thedojoglasgow.com

04/09/2026

03/09/2026

Today's Classes

4pm - Edmonstone Hall, Strathblane
6.30pm - Corkerhill Community Hub

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02/09/2026

Heian Shodan
https://youtu.be/4lN-_Pc8geg?is=VhjFZXH6-NxKcur1

02/09/2026

Today's classes

The Leisuredrome in Bishopbriggs at 6.15pm

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01/09/2026

TODOME 止め — the decisive finish.

Every technique we drill in the dojo builds toward this one principle: the ability to end a confrontation with a single, technically complete strike.

Not through force. Through structure.

→ Kihon builds the tool — hip drive, speed, kime.
→ Kata teaches the timing — when and how the opening appears.
→ Kumite sharpens the judgement — distance, control, seizing the moment without recklessness.

Create the opening. Enter. Kime. Zanshin.
This is the tactical backbone of Shotokan — and why we train precision over aggression.

In the dojo, todome is expressed through control, not intent to harm.

We train the ability to finish. Not the desire to.

01/09/2026

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