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Training for every age & ability

ISMAA Timetable

New to Karate?

What to Expect

We warmly welcome first time students. Every single one of our experienced partitioners was once a complete beginner.

For your first session, no special equipment is required. Just turn up in comfortable clothing (a tracksuit or shorts and t-shirt will do). We'll provide a friendly introduction to how things work, and you'll be training alongside our regular members before you know it.

Free trial offer: Your first session is completely free with no obligation to join. Come and see if karate is for you!
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Frequently Asked

For your first few sessions, comfortable clothing is absolutely fine. If you decide to join, a karate gi (suit) is required. We can advise on where to purchase one — cost is typically £20–£35.

Our Little Ninjas class accepts children from age 4–5 upwards. The junior class starts from around age 8. We assess each child individually, as readiness varies.

Your first class is free. After that, membership is paid monthly. Please ask or attend a session for current pricing details.

Absolutely. Many of our adult members started with no martial arts background at all. The Mixed Open class is designed to accommodate all levels — beginners receive individual attention alongside more experienced students.

Students progress through coloured belts (kyu grades) from white belt towards black belt (dan grade). Gradings are held 3 monthly and are based on demonstrated ability in kata, techniques, and attitude. There is no rush — students grade when they are ready.

What's On

Our Classes

Ages 4 -7 yrs &

Little Ninjas

A fun introduction to martial arts for our youngest students. We focus on basic stances, kicks, blocks and punches through games, challenges and team activities that keep children engaged.

  • ● Coordination & balance
  • ● Listening & following instructions
  • ● Basic karate techniques
  • ● Confidence & team work

Fridays · 4:15 – 5:00 pm

Ages 8–15

Junior Karate Class

Through structured graded training, students learn kata, basic techniques and controlled kumite (sparring), developing physical ability with positive enforcement .

  • ● Kata & basic techniques, line work
  • ● Controlled sparring (kumite)
  • ● Belt grading progression
  • ● Competition opportunities

Fridays · 4:45 – 5:45 pm

All Ages & Levels

Mixed Open Class

For more experenced juniors, teenagers and adults of all experience levels. Beginners welcome and train alongside experienced students, with each individual receiving coaching appropriate to their level.

  • ● All abilities — beginner to advanced
  • ● Kata, line work & kumite
  • ● Fitness & self-defence
  • ● Belt grading progression

Saturdays · 10:00 – 11:00 am

Adults & Higher Grade Juniors

Advanced Class & Adults

Our advanced session for adult students and higher grades of all ages. Focuses on developing technical depth, advanced kata, free sparring and competition preparation.

  • ● Advanced kata & bunkai
  • ● Free sparring (kumite)
  • ● Competition preparation
  • ● Pre-Dan & Dan grade progression

Saturdays · 11:00 – 12:15 pm

Week at a Glance

Weekly Timetable

🟠 Ninjas — Ages 4–7 🔵 Kyu Grades — Ages 8+, Adults 🟢 Advanced — Brown Belt+, Adults
Monday
4:30 – 5:15 pmNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 Carey Hall, Poole, BH20 4BG
5:00 – 6:00 pmJuniors Ages 8+ 📍 Carey Hall, Poole, BH20 4BG
6:00 – 7:30 pmJuniors / Advanced Juniors & Advanced 📍 Glenmoor School, BH20 4BG
7:30 – 8:00 pmOpen Training All Grades 📍 Glenmoor School, BH20 4BG
Tuesday
4:00 – 4:45 pmNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 3rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
4:30 – 5:30 pmKyu Grades Ages 8+ 📍 3rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
5:00 – 6:00 pmAdvanced Brown Belt+ 📍 3rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
Wednesday
5:00 – 5:45 pmNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
5:00 – 6:00 pmKyu Grades Ages 8+ 📍 Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
6:00 – 7:00 pmAdvanced Brown Belt+ 📍 Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
Friday — St Ives & St Leonards
4:15 – 5:00 pmNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 St Ives & St Leonards Village Hall, BH24 2PH
4:45 – 5:45 pmKyu Grades Ages 8+ 📍 St Ives & St Leonards Village Hall, BH24 2PH
Saturday — Muscliff
9:15 – 10:00 amNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 Muscliff Primary School, Broadway Lane, BH8 0AB
10:00 – 11:30 amKyu Grades / Advanced All Grades 📍 Muscliff Primary School, Broadway Lane, BH8 0AB
Saturday — Twinsails
9:30 – 10:15 amNinjas Ages 4–7 📍 Twinsails School, BH15 4AX
10:15 – 11:15 amKyu Grades Ages 8+ 📍 Twinsails School, BH15 4AX
11:15 am – 12:15 pmAdvanced Brown Belt+ 📍 Twinsails School, BH15 4AX
Day Time Class Age / Level Location
Monday
Monday4:30 – 5:15 pmNinjasAges 4–7Carey Hall, Poole, BH20 4BG
Monday5:00 – 6:00 pmJuniorsAges 8+Carey Hall, Poole, BH20 4BG
Monday6:00 – 7:30 pmJuniors / AdvancedJuniors & AdvancedGlenmoor School, BH20 4BG
Monday7:30 – 8:00 pmOpen TrainingAll GradesGlenmoor School, BH20 4BG
Tuesday
Tuesday4:00 – 4:45 pmNinjasAges 4–73rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
Tuesday4:30 – 5:30 pmKyu GradesAges 8+3rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
Tuesday5:00 – 6:00 pmAdvancedBrown Belt+3rd Scout Hut, BH17 8RE
Wednesday
Wednesday5:00 – 5:45 pmNinjasAges 4–7Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
Wednesday5:00 – 6:00 pmKyu GradesAges 8+Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
Wednesday6:00 – 7:00 pmAdvancedBrown Belt+Magna Academy, BH15 1JF
Friday — St Ives & St Leonards
Friday4:15 – 5:00 pmNinjasAges 4–7St Ives & St Leonards Village Hall, BH24 2PH
Friday4:45 – 5:45 pmKyu GradesAges 8+St Ives & St Leonards Village Hall, BH24 2PH
Saturday — Muscliff
Saturday9:15 – 10:00 amNinjasAges 4–7Muscliff Primary School, Broadway Lane, BH8 0AB
Saturday10:00 – 11:30 amKyu Grades / AdvancedAll GradesMuscliff Primary School, Broadway Lane, BH8 0AB
Saturday — Twinsails
Saturday9:30 – 10:15 amNinjasAges 4–7Twinsails School, BH15 4AX
Saturday10:15 – 11:15 amKyu GradesAges 8+Twinsails School, BH15 4AX
Saturday11:15 am – 12:15 pmAdvancedBrown Belt+Twinsails School, BH15 4AX

💡 Unlimited training members can train at any ISMAA / Armada-do club at a class that suits their grade.

💡 1 session per week members who miss a session may make it up at any ISMAA / Armada-do club.

⚠️ Timetable subject to change during school holidays. Check our Events page or contact us for updates. (Glenmoor School — Ninjas closed until September.)

ISMAA: Kyoushi Shaun Lanham 7th Dan  ·  07536 077001  ·  shaunismaauk@googlemail.com

Armada-do: Sensei Vicky Shurey 3rd Dan  ·  07809 636845  ·  armada-dokarate@outlook.com

Friday St Ives Class: Sensei Andy Whitehead  ·  07305 974688  ·  andywhitehead@ntlworld.com

Your Progress

The Belt Grading System

Karate uses a coloured belt system to mark student progress from beginner to master.

White

Beginner

Yellow

9th Kyu

Orange

8th Kyu

Green

7th Kyu

Blue

6th Kyu

Purple

5th–4th Kyu

Brown

3rd–1st Kyu

Black

Shodan & above

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