CoNTACTS
Neko-bu-kai
OFFICE
25 Wheatley Road
OX44 9EW
Garsington
Oxford
FAQs
Can I join for a single class?
No. We don't accept students outside our intakes in September and January.
Is there a trial period?
Yes. All our courses include a two-week trial period. At the end of the trial, you can decide whether or not to enrol, completely commitment-free.
Can I join even if I never practiced a martial art?
Yes. All our courses are designed to allow anyone to approach a Martial Art for the first time, with dedicated programmes tailored for beginners.
Up to what age can you practise?
There is no age limit for practising. The only limits are set first by your mind, and then by your body. Free your mind from the belief that you’re not capable or that you lack the necessary skills, and your body will respond accordingly, allowing you to practise the martial art of your choice. It's never too late to learn.
Do you offer classes for children as well?
No. Our courses are exclusively for individuals aged 18 and above.
Do you do competitions?
No. While Karate and Kobujutsu include sparring (kumite), what we practice at Neko-Bu-Kai is not a sport— it is a Martial Art, where the concept of competitive sport holds no relevance.
That doesn’t mean our techniques are any less effective than those used in competition. Martial Arts like Karate, Kung Fu, and other external styles were originally developed for real combat, to face life-threatening situations, not for points or medals.
Can I practise even if I have a medical condition?
It depends on the nature of your condition. Unfortunately, some medical conditions are incompatible with practice; however, please consult your doctor for advice. In such cases, to accept your enrolment and allow you to study and practise, we require not only a Medical Certificate of Good Health but also a Stress Test Medical Certificate.
Do I need any special clothing to get started?
No. To begin with, you can simply wear a tracksuit or very comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movements or hinder your partner during paired exercises. Remember that Karate and Taiso are practised barefoot.
What do I need to do to get started?
Get in touch with us via the form you find below or directly via email. Start a trial period or get enrolled by signing up just a single document.
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CLASSES
KARATE
Thursday 7pm – 8.30pm
TAISŌ
Tuesday | 7.30pm – 8.30pm
Thursday | 5.30pm – 6.30pm
Where we are
Garsington Village Hall
Wheatley Road, Garsington
OX44, Oxford
Horspath Hub
The Old Chapel, Horspath
OX33 1RP, Oxford