Shotokan Karate & Ryukyu Kobujutsu in Hounslow.
Traditional Shotokan Karate: Starting out or returning? Build confidence, fitness and discipline with personal teaching and a friendly group.
Authentic Ryukyu Kobujutsu: Take your martial arts experience further. Weapons study develops distance, timing and body connection—and brings fresh understanding to your Karate.
Karate: ages 10+, beginners welcome · Kobujutsu: ages 16+, brown belt+
Come and meet us. Try the teaching, ask questions and see how it feels. £10 per regular class after that.
Weekly classes · Hounslow, West London
Find your class. Try it free.
Shotokan Karate
Tuesday · 7:00–8:30 pm
Oaklands School
Gresham Road, Hounslow · TW3 4BX
Beginners, adults and returning students · Ages 10+
Ryukyu Kobujutsu
Monday · 7:00–8:30 pm
Cranford Community College
High Street, Hounslow · TW5 9PD
Experienced martial artists · Ages 16+ · Brown belt or above
How to join
Choose your class and message us on WhatsApp. For Kobujutsu, include your age, martial arts background and grade. We’ll confirm the next session, what to bring and how to find the hall.
Come and meet the group, watch or take part, then decide whether to continue. Your first regular class is free; each class after that is £10.
WhatsApp +44 7949 269 261 · Prefer email? meharbrar@hotmail.com
Why Ichigokai?
Grow in skill. Feel part of something.
Confidence through progress
Build coordination, strength and focus through challenges you can work on. Clear explanations and personal feedback help you see your progress.
People who encourage you
Train with a welcoming group of different ages and backgrounds. Ask questions, learn from each other and enjoy a commitment you share.
Experienced teaching
Mehar Brar brings around 45 years in Karate and 20 in Kobujutsu, holding 4th Dan Shotokan and 3rd Dan Ryukyu Kobujutsu. His experience as an educator helps make the learning clear.
A tradition with depth
Develop strong foundations and keep refining them. Our RKAGB weapons study connects weekly practice with Julian Mead Shihan’s teaching and opportunities to attend courses.
23 January 2027
Bo & Nunchaku course · 23 January 2027.
Ichigokai is a member of the Ryukyu Kobujutsu Association of Great Britain (RKAGB). Our weapons study follows the tradition through Taira Shinken, Motokatsu Inoue and Julian Mead Shihan.
More ways to learn
Training that fits your next step.
1-to-1 training
Want time to work on something specific? Tell us what you’d like to improve and we’ll discuss 1-to-1 teaching, availability and fees before you book.
Online training
Not nearby? Get in touch about individual or group online training. We’ll talk about your experience and how we can help you learn from where you are.
Kobujutsu at your club
For instructors: introduce your students to weapons study through a focused club visit, then discuss how continued learning might fit your club.
See the teaching in action
Watch our Bo, Tonfa and Sai videos to explore how weapons study develops your practice.
The dojo grows your best self ↗ — Why showing up for training matters.
Before you join
Your questions, answered.
Where can I learn Karate in Hounslow?
Ichigokai teaches traditional Shotokan Karate at Oaklands School, Gresham Road, Hounslow TW3 4BX, on Tuesdays from 7:00–8:30 pm. Beginners and returning students aged 10+ are welcome. The first regular class is free; each class after that costs £10.
Where can I learn traditional weapons in West London?
Ichigokai teaches Ryukyu Kobujutsu at Cranford Community College on Mondays from 7:00–8:30 pm. The weekly class is for martial artists aged 16+ who are at least brown belt. Previous weapons experience is not required.
Can I start Karate as an adult or return after a break?
Yes. Beginners and returning students aged 10+ are welcome. Start from where you are; we’ll guide you through the practice.
Do I need to be fit or flexible before starting?
No. Wear comfortable sports clothes and watch or join in. Tell us about anything that may affect your participation.
Can I learn Kobujutsu without knowing weapons?
Yes. For the weekly class, you need to be aged 16+ and at least brown belt in a martial art. We begin progressively with Bo.
I’m already busy with Karate. Can Kobujutsu fit in?
Start with one weekly session if that suits you. Weapons study gives you another way to explore principles you already practise in Karate.
I’m an instructor. Will Kobujutsu fit my practice?
Distance, timing, posture and body connection offer useful questions across martial arts. Tell us your background so we can discuss a suitable route.
Will I feel out of place learning something new?
You’re welcome to be a beginner with weapons, however experienced you are in Karate. Bring your questions; rediscovering a new skill is part of the enjoyment.
What does a trial cost, and do I need equipment?
Your first regular class is free, then £10 per class. Ask us before buying a uniform or weapons. Courses have separate fees.
How do I join?
Choose a class and message Ichigokai on WhatsApp. We’ll confirm the next session, what to bring and how to find the hall.
Ichigokai is a member of the Amateur Martial Association (AMA) – connecting the club with the wider martial arts community.