Karate in Newcastle
Traditional Goju-Ryu karate for kids, teens & adults in High Heaton — building confidence, fitness and discipline since 2006.
Getting started
How to join
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Join the waiting list
Leave your details and we’ll be in touch the moment a space opens in the right class for you.
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Free one-month trial
When a space opens we invite you in for four classes — completely free, with no obligation to continue.
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Become a member
If it’s the right fit for you and for us, you join the club and begin your karate journey.
We’re a close, committed community. The trial is how we both make sure it’s a good fit — we welcome dedicated, respectful people of every age and starting ability.
When & where
Train in High Heaton
Classes run Monday to Thursday evenings for all ages, from 6:00pm for our youngest students through to 9:45pm for teens and adults. We train from our own full-time dojo in High Heaton.
Newcastle Goju-Ryu Karate Academy
112a Newton Road, High Heaton
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7HN
Why Newcastle Goju-Ryu
More than punches and kicks
Since 2006 we’ve grown a family-focused karate community in the heart of Newcastle. Traditional Goju-Ryu is about building character as much as technique — instilling confidence, respect and self-control that last well beyond the dojo.
- ✓Confidence & focus
Children and adults grow in self-belief, discipline and concentration.
- ✓Fitness & self-defence
Get fitter and stronger while learning genuine, practical self-defence.
- ✓A real community
A welcoming, family club — some members have trained with us for 10+ years.
- ✓Qualified instructors
Experienced, insured and DBS-checked, led by a 5th Dan head instructor.
- ✓All ages & abilities
Separate classes from age 4 up — complete beginners are always welcome.
- ✓One free month
Every new student gets a full month to try before committing to anything.
Reviews
Loved by Newcastle families
4.9 out of 5 from 100+ independent reviews on Google & Facebook.
Membership
Simple, fair pricing
Memberships start at £25 a month, with discounts for families and insurance included. Fees are spread over 48 weeks, so you’re never paying for weeks we’re closed. We close for Christmas and bank holidays. Otherwise, we’re usually open.
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Ready to start?
Join the waiting list today — your free month begins as soon as a space opens.
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