Walsall Karate Dojo

Walsall Karate Dojo Walsall Karate Dojo (JKS) is the largest full time Martial arts facility in the Walsall area and home to one of the most successful karate schools around.

Walsall Karate Dojo is the largest full time Martial arts facility in the Walsall area and is home to one of the most successful karate schools around. Established in 1996 we have produced numerous black belts, British, European and World Gold medallists. The team of Instructors are headed by Steve Carless 5th Dan, a former Grand Champion with 33 Years continuous experience. We’re affiliated to the Japan Karate Shoto Federation (Headquarters Tokyo, Japan). All Black belts are registered in Japan and every grade is a legitimate qualification endorsed and certified by Japan. We’re also members of the English Karate Federation.

A proud moment for Norah. Receiving her Shodan diploma from the JKS HQ in Tokyo.
11/09/2026

A proud moment for Norah. Receiving her Shodan diploma from the JKS HQ in Tokyo.

On Sunday 6th September we took small squad of six to the JKS Development series Championships in Bristol. It was a wel...
08/09/2026

On Sunday 6th September we took small squad of six to the JKS Development series Championships in Bristol. It was a well organised competition and a great opportunity for those with little or no competition experience. A massive respect to everyone that stepped on the mat!

As ever, thank you to everyone who competed, all supporters and a big thank you to Anthony and Bella for coaching on the day, Steve Clarke and Paul Stanley for helping referee and Jo Wilkes as ever for her excellent administration duties organising the entries.

Congratulations to our medalists:

Gold
Rudra Patel - Male Kumite 11-13 yrs 5th kyu+
Izibella Bilal - Kick Master 9 yrs and under

Silver
Zidan Bilal - Male Kumite 11-13 yrs 5th kyu+

Bronze
Kevin Sheridan - Masters Kata
Kevin Sheridan - Male Masters Kumite
Kurghe Stapleton-Joseph - Male Kumite 11-13 yrs 5th kyu+
Kurghe Stapleton-Joseph - Mixed kata 10-11 yrs 3rd kyu+
Izibella Bilal - Female Kumite 9-11 yrs 5th to 1st Kyu
Hasie Thembiliyagoda - Mixed Kata 9 yrs and under Up to 7th kyu

A proud moment for Luis. Receiving his Shodan diploma from the JKS HQ in Tokyo.
08/09/2026

A proud moment for Luis. Receiving his Shodan diploma from the JKS HQ in Tokyo.

At the weekend we had Norah Nabil, Harry Powell, Alana Slator and Jasmine Wozniak-Khakh head to the British Karate Feder...
02/09/2026

At the weekend we had Norah Nabil, Harry Powell, Alana Slator and Jasmine Wozniak-Khakh head to the British Karate Federations International Open in Sheffield.

Alana and Jasmine came away with a Silver in Girls 12-13 Pairs Kata and Jasmine also came away with a Bronze in Girls 12-13 Kata.

On top of this Steve Clarke passed his English Karate National Governing Body Kata and Kumite judge “C” qualification following two long days judging at the championships.

Congratulations to all!

After the dust has settled, we are proud to summarise our amazing success at the 2026 JKS World Cup in Brazil.Six Gold, ...
29/08/2026

After the dust has settled, we are proud to summarise our amazing success at the 2026 JKS World Cup in Brazil.

Six Gold, Five Silver and Two Bronze medals for Walsall Karate Dojo!

We had eight competitors as part of the strong JKS England team that finished top of the medal table.

A big shout out to Paul Stanley also who was a part of the coaching team for the weekend helping.

Here is the full list of medalists from Walsall Karate Dojo:

Gold
Taylor Holloway - Male Koten Kata 13-17 yrs
Jasmine Wozniak-Khakh - Female Kata 12-13 yrs
Isabella Wilkes - Female Team Kumite 17-19 yrs
Zach Ruizo - Male Team Kata 17-19 yrs
Taylor Holloway, Szymon Nowikowski - Male Team Kata 14-16 yrs
Jasmine Wozniak-Khakh - Female Team Kata 11-13 yrs

Silver
Isabella Wilkes - Female Koten Kata 18-49 yrs
Zach Ruizo - Male Kata 16-17 yrs
Frankie Carless - Male Kumite 14-15 yrs
Szymon Nowikowski - Male Kata 14-15 yrs
Jasmine Wozniak-Khakh - Female Team Kumite 11-13 yrs

Bronze
Isabella Wilkes - Female Kumite 18-20 yrs
Zach Ruizo - Male Koten Kata 13-17 yrs

25/08/2026

🌎🥇 | World Champions! Congratulations to Anya Holmes-Ellerker, Isabella Wilkes, Isobel McGowan and Eilidh Owens for taking gold in Female Team Kumite (17-19 years) at the JKS International Cup in Brazil! 🇧🇷👏

25/08/2026

🌎🥈 | Congratulations to Alexandra Ivanics, Eleanor Price, Jasmine Wozniak Khakh and Mirren Thornham for taking silver in Female Team Kumite (11-13 years) at the JKS International Cup in Brazil! 🇧🇷👏

25/08/2026

🌎🥉 | Congratulations to Isabella Wilkes for taking bronze in Female Kumite (18-20 years) at the JKS International Cup in Brazil! 🇧🇷👏

25/08/2026

🌎🥈 | Congratulations to Isabella Wilkes for taking silver in Female Koten Kata (18-49 years) at the JKS International Cup in Brazil! 🇧🇷👏

25/08/2026

🌎🥈 | Congratulations to Zach Ruizo for taking silver in Male Kata (16-17 years) at the JKS International Cup in Brazil! 🇧🇷👏

Address

49B Stafford Street
Walsall
WS28DG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

08000852683

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