Can anyone train?
Yes! Karate is for everyone, so whether you are a black belt already, perhaps did some karate as a child, or are a complete beginner, you are welcome to come along.
How much does it cost?
-Every club has to pay affiliation fees to the Athletics Union (they provide our funding) and this is £25 per member (this also provides membership to Sensei Harford's dojo). Any member of the Shotokan Karate Academy is automatically a member of the University Club.
-In addition to this, classes are £3.50 a session for members (first session of the year is free) and £6.50 for non-members.
-If you wish to grade, you must also obtain a KUGB licence which costs £25 and a gi (karate suit), which can be ordered through the club.
Do I have to compete?
MUSKC enters a number of competitions throughout the year, and once you have graded, you are eligible to compete in some of these. There is no pressure to compete, but competitions are a great way to gain experience and confidence and see some of the country’s best in action.
Disclaimer
To be read and acknowledged by all persons as a condition of MUSKC membership. This document is available at all training sessions, and to any member on request with reasonable notice.
The study of Karate-do is a physically demanding endeavour and can be dangerous if done improperly. As a martial art and semi-contact sport, minor injuries (such as bruising or blisters) are as inevitable as they are undesirable and Karateka may expect to receive them from time to time in the course of normal training. As with any programme of strenuous exercise, it is recommended that a person with any existing injury/illness, or any doubt as to the risks, should consult their doctor for advice before commencing training.
The Manchester Universities Shotokan Karate Club (MUSKC) is committed to maintaining an extremely high level of training and to looking after the welfare of its members; however the responsibility falls on the individual member to know their own limitations and to practice Karate responsibly. Members are obliged to report any existing/new injuries and illnesses to the MUSKC Health & Safety Officer and to the Sensei prior to training. Whilst MUSKC and its instructors will ensure that all reasonable precautions to minimise the potential for injury are taken, they cannot be held liable for personal injury sustained by any member during training or competition.
By joining MUSKC, members will be deemed to have accepted the regulations and codes of conduct stated in its constitution.
You can view MUSKC's constitution here (157k)
- The MUSKC committee.
