Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Traditional Karate Training in Abbotsford, BC
Abbotsford Karate Club has been dedicated to martial arts instruction since 1972, offering traditional Shotokan karate, Jiu Jitsu, and Kobudo (Okinawan weapons) training. Our chief instructor, Paul Sexton, holds a 7th degree black belt with the Gima-Ha International Karate Federation and a 3rd degree black belt in Kobudo, with direct certification from Okinawa. We emphasize fitness, realistic self-defense, and character development in a supportive environment for students aged 8 and up.Recognized by Karate BC, Karate Canada, and the Gima-Ha International Karate Federation, our dojo maintains strong ties to traditional Japanese and Okinawan martial arts while incorporating modern training techniques. With a history of producing competitive athletes and law enforcement professionals, we offer continuous enrollment from October to May and provide family discounts to support community engagement.
Services
Shotokan Karate
Jiu Jitsu
Kobudo Training
Competitive Training
Family Classes
Self-Defense Programs
Character Development
Weapons Training
Grading Programs
Tournament Participation
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Certified by Gima-Ha International Karatedo Federation
- Recognized by Karate BC and Karate Canada
- Instructors with 7th degree black belt credentials
- Family discounts available for multi-member training
- Competitive programs with tournament success
Associations and certifications
- Gima-Ha International Karatedo Federation
- Karate BC
- Karate Canada
Services
Shotokan Karate
Traditional Shotokan karate instruction emphasizes disciplined training, kata (forms), and kumite (sparring). Our program develops physical fitness, mental focus, and self-defense skills. Students progress through standardized belt rankings under certified instructors.
Kobudo Training
Okinawan Kobudo teaches traditional weapon techniques including bo (staff), sai, and nunchaku. This discipline complements karate training by enhancing coordination, strength, and historical understanding of martial arts weaponry.
Competitive Training
Structured competitive training prepares students for regional and national karate tournaments. We focus on sparring strategies, competition rules, and mental preparation, with a proven track record of producing award-winning athletes.
Family Classes
Family-friendly classes accommodate multiple generations training together. This program promotes shared growth, mutual support, and accessible martial arts education for households with multiple members.
Grading Programs
Our standardized grading system follows Gima-Ha International Karate Federation guidelines. Students progress through 9 kyu levels (white to brown belt) to dan rankings (black belt), with formal testing opportunities twice yearly.
People
Paul Sexton
Chief Instructor
7th degree black belt with Gima-Ha International Karate Federation, certified examiner, and Canadian National A level referee. Retired high school teacher with 35 years of educational experience.
Ted Gosling
Instructor
5th degree black belt and Gima-Ha Grading Panel member. Trained with martial arts masters since the 1970s, with extensive experience in karate, jujitsu, and kobudo.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach traditional Shotokan karate, Jiu Jitsu, and Kobudo (Okinawan weapons) with certified instructors.
Are family discounts available?
Yes, we offer family discounts for households with multiple members enrolled in our programs.
Do you offer competitive training programs?
Yes, our competitive programs prepare students for regional and national karate tournaments.
What are your class hours?
Class schedules and enrollment details are available on our website or by contacting the dojo directly.
