Welcome
To Docklands Kyokushin Karate Club
Docklands Dojo was founded in 1987 by Shihan Nick DaCosta. Shihan da Costa is the Chief Instructor of the Word Karate Guild and British Karate Guild.
Since 1990, Senpai Resh has trained under Shihan Nick and in 2022 became the lead instructor of Docklands Dojo.
Senpai Resh and our other passionate instructors will help you develop your martial arts skills in a safe and supportive environment. Let's get started on your Kyokushin journey today!
What is Kyokushin?
Kyokushin (極真) is a style of karate originating in Japan created by the late Sosai Masutatsu Oyama (d.1994). It is a style of stand-up fighting and is rooted in a philosophy of self-improvement, discipline, and hard training.
Sosai Mas Oyama requested the late Hanshi Steve Arneil (d. 2021) to go to the United Kingdom to establish Kyokushin karate. We thank Hanshi Steve Arneil (now 10th dan) for his effort, deep passion and knowledge.
Today, Kyokushin Karate is known for its intense training, high level of physical fitness, and its focus on developing strong character and mental discipline alongside martial arts skills.
Say Hello!
Barkantine Community Hall,
The Quarter Deck,
London, E14 8SR
