about calgary kyokushin Karate

Enter the world of Kyokushin karate
and you'll experience a world of challenge – for your
 mind, body and spirit.

Adult Class at McKenzie Lake Community Centre

Introduction and Registration Information:

The Calgary Kyokushin Karate club was first opened at the McKenzie Lake Community Centre in south Calgary by Sempai Kim Fradley in 1994. In 1999, the club was assumed by Shihan Brad Gillespie, who moved to Calgary, to take a job with the Calgary Fire Department. Since that time, the club has grown to have 6 locations and has registered over 2000 students with the IKO, many who have gone on to become Canadian Champions and to compete at the International level. Shihan Brad was promoted to Fifth Dan in May of 2016, and continues to provide a unique blend of recreational and competitive teachings to his students. He is particularly gifted in teaching children, and his structured yet gentle methods have launched many young students to new levels of achievement.

From your very first class, you will learn the key elements of this demanding art, including balance, stretching, coordination, self-confidence and discipline. You'll learn essential self-defense techniques such as blocking and attacking, kata (forms), and kumite (sparring) while practicing with others at your own level and at your own pace. 

​All you need to begin is comfortable clothing (t-shirt and sweat pants) and a positive mental attitude. If you'd like to register for our program, please contact us at calgarykyokushinkarate@shaw.ca or please come to our training hall (dojo) approximately 10 minutes before a class if you would like to observe a class. Our instructors will introduce you to our facility and tell you what you can expect from the class.

If you decide to join, you will be required to complete some paper work (paper work is available at class or by contacting us at either calgarykyokushinkarate@shaw.ca or at 403-669-3516) - (Registration is only available upon request to help us ensure we maintain a proper student to instructor ratio). Once you have registered you will receive a student handbook to facilitate your training. You will also be required to complete a free online concussion awareness course (choose coaches) available by clicking  cattonline.com/coach/ (parents must complete course if registering students under the age of 18 years of age). Once you have completed the course return a copy of the online concussion awareness certificate to us. Then get ready to have one of the best experiences off all!!!

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Our Classes:

Family/Children's Class: Designed for Children 5-9 years of age with or without their parents. Students may train alone or with family members. This class will focus on laying the groundwork for advanced training, through basic techniques and forms. 

Intermediate Children's Class: Designed for beginner children from ages 10-12 and/or our more experienced children. This class introduces students to advanced techniques and forms but also covers the basics for our new students enrolled in this class. 

Adult Class: Designed for students 13 years of age and older. This class is ideal for beginners, and also provides top-notch training for experienced older students.

Intermediate Children's & Adult's Specialty Class: This specialty class is designed for students who would like to supplement their regular training. Each week a specific element of training will be covered.

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Training Times for September 2019 - June 2020 (ONGOING REGISTRATION)

Christ the King School: 
333 Cranston Way S.E.

Family Class:
Saturday 9:00-9:50 am   

Intermediate Children's Class:
Saturday 10:00-11:00 am

Adult Class:
Saturday 11:00-12:30 am

McKenzie Lake Community Center:
16198 McKenzie Lake Way S.E.

Family Class:
Monday 6:30-7:20 pm
Tuesday 6:30-7:20 pm. (Tuesday class is FULL)   

Intermediate Children's Class:
Monday 7:30-8:55 pm

Adult Class:
Monday 7:30-8:55 pm

​​Specialty Class:
Tuesday 7:30-9:00 pm (drop in fees apply)

Brookfield Residential YMCA - Seton:
​4995 Market Street S.E.

Family/Childrens/Adult Beginners Class:
Saturday 10:30 am - 11:30 am 

Lake Bonavista Community Centre (Multipurpose Room): 
1401 Acadia DR S.E.

Family Class:
Thursday 6:00-7:00 pm

Intermediate Children & Adult Class:
Thursday 7:00-8:00 pm

Adult Specialty Fight Class (13 years and older) (drop in fees apply):
Thursday 8:00-9:30 pm

Bowness Sportsplex:
7904 43 Ave N.W.

Family Class:
Tuesday 6:30-7:30 pm

Intermediate Children & Adult Class:
Tuesday 7:30-9:00 pm

Cremona (At Dragon Flight Archery Centre):

General & Family Class:
Saturday -9:30-11:00 am

Contact:

Mobile: (403) 669-3516
Email: calgarykyokushinkarate@shaw.ca