JKA Orkney

JKA Orkney The object of JKA Orkney is to foster and develop the art, sport, and practice of JKA Shotokan Karate in Orkney. The word “karate” means, “Empty hand”.

The object of JKA Orkney is to foster and develop the art, sport, and practice of JKA Shotokan Karate in Orkney, to organise and regulate JKA Shotokan Karate in Orkney and unite persons or clubs wishing to learn, practice and support JKA Shotokan Karate. Karate is first and foremost a martial art this fact must always be remembered. On its simplest level karate is a method of unarmed combat, utili

sing punches, kicks, and blocks to subdue an attacker. As a student progresses locks, throws and other techniques are added. Karate-do means “The Way of the Empty Hand”.

31/08/2026

JKA Scotland International Gasshuku 2026
The highlight of JKA Scotland Calendar is fast approaching with 7 weeks to go.

Date: Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th October 2026.
Venue: Dunfermline High School, Jennie Rennie's road, Dunfermline

JKA Scotland will also be offering
> JKA Dan Grading up to and including 4th Dan (Yondan)
> International Licence Tests up to and including : Instructor C, Judge C, Examiner D.
> National Kyu Gradings for our members on Saturday 23rd October.

Gasshuku booking for members is now open on line.
https://www.jkascotland.com/jka-events/4036-2/?sd=1792773000&ed=1792933200

NB: through no fault of our own, we have had to arrange a change of venue for our Wednesday training sessions for 6 week...
05/08/2026

NB: through no fault of our own, we have had to arrange a change of venue for our Wednesday training sessions for 6 weeks from the 19th August. Monday and Friday training sessions will continue at KGS as normal. Oss.

Just a reminder that there's no training this evening!
29/06/2026

Just a reminder that there's no training this evening!

22/06/2026
James Tulloch receiving his well-deserved club jacket from Sensei Drew Kennedy (4th Dan JKA) after being awarded for his...
18/06/2026

James Tulloch receiving his well-deserved club jacket from Sensei Drew Kennedy (4th Dan JKA) after being awarded for his excellent attendance and effort at our May grading. Well done, James! Kelly Tulloch Keep up the great work!💪👊

Some pics from Saturday! 🤛👊🤛
02/06/2026

Some pics from Saturday! 🤛👊🤛

Congratulations to all those who graded yesterday under the watchful eye of Sensei John Deans. Thank you, Sensei, for an...
31/05/2026

Congratulations to all those who graded yesterday under the watchful eye of Sensei John Deans. Thank you, Sensei, for another inspiring course. Oss.

Gambatte! Try your best!
29/05/2026

Gambatte! Try your best!

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The Meadows
Kirkwall
KW15 1QN

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Monday 5:30pm - 7pm
Wednesday 5:30pm - 7pm
Friday 5:30pm - 7pm

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