Portchester Karate Club

Training at Portchester Community School, White Hart Lane, Portchester, Fareham, Hants. PO16 9BD. Welcome to Portchester Karate Club’s official Facebook Website.

(Portchester is located between Portsmouth and Fareham, in Hampshire)

Karate, a Japanese developed martial art, which simply means ‘empty hand’, is much more than the art of self defence. The practice of karate develops self confidence, self discipline, a sense of respect for self and others and is an excellent developer of character. The physical exercises and regular training develops body stam

ina and strength and helps to maintain good health. Karate is suitable for most people and at Portchester our members range from 6 to 82. The only way to learn the true art of karate is to practice in a well-established reputable club with instructors who have an excellent knowledge of the art and the ability to teach in a welcoming and friendly manner. This site isn’t intended to be a reference guide for the practice of karate, but it is full of information on the club and how karate is practiced within it. New members are welcome, and we endeavour to make them feel part of the club in as short a time as possible. If you are interested in trying karate for yourself, or you are one of those many people who have harboured an interest but never found the time, do email or telephone us, or simply come along to one of our sessions and meet the team. We look forward to seeing you at the club. Merv O’Donnell 8th Dan

Dojo lessons as follows. Monday: 19.00 - 20.05hr. Older children (generally 12 plus) and adult Kyu grades. If there is room then Dan grades can join in. Wednesday: 18.55 - 20.10. Dan grades. Thursday: 09.50 - 11.05hr
"Dads Army". Retired Ladies and gentlemen. Also, others free at these times can join if room allows.. Friday: 18.55 - 19.55hr. Children and adult Kyu grades. Younger children have a flexible end time depending on age. Friday: 20.00 - 21.15hr. Saturday: 09.20 - 10.10hr. Younger children (generally under 12)
Saturday: 10.20 - 11.25hr. Older children (generally 12 plus) and all adults. Zoom lessons are continuing for those unable to get to the dojo on Monday mornings: 11.00 - 12.00hr. All training is currently at the Portchester Community School. White Hart lane, Portchester.

11/06/2026

Today we worked on the techniques incorporated within Chinte kata.

Photos from Portchester Karate Club's post

09/06/2026

Congratulations to Sensei Kevin Roberts on the attainment of 6th Dan and Sensei Richard Cole on his 4th Dan. Sensei Kevin is the Chief Instructor at the Weston Super Mare club and Sensei Richard is the Senior Instructor at the Locksheath club.
The presentation of Diplomas took place at the Kata Focus class on Saturday 6th June.
The subject kata was Chinte and many thanks to Sensei’s Pat, Craig and Yani for their Bunkai contributions.