Camden Shorinji Kempo Club

Looking for something new to try this summer?

We might just have the answer!

Join us in our fully air-conditioned venue for some new goho & juho techniques, a bit of meditation, a bit of whimsy & a whole lot of (more) fun afterwards.

🕖Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 5.30pm
📍Holborn House

🎫as always on Outsavvy:
https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/camden-shorinji-kempo-martial-arts

One grader is never enough - huge congratulations to Rose, our newest Blue Belt!

We're so incredibly proud of your immense hard work and determination, and we're looking forward to the next steps on your Kempo journey.

Seeing everyone come together to support each other through the gradings is what Kempo is all about - thank you for being part of our amazing community.

Camden Kempo's second Black Belt!

Reaching black belt is always a massive achievement — but this one feels especially meaningful.

CJ (they/them) hasn’t just trained hard; they’ve helped keep this club running. Their contribution behind the scenes has shaped Camden Kempo in ways most people never see. They’ve organised countless q***r‑inclusive taster sessions, supported new people, served as our club captain, and handled admin with reliability and care.

They’re also a Certified Martial Arts First Aider and fully insured through the BSKF to lead training — but above all, they’ve been part of the backbone of our community.

Seeing them reach black belt… it really does mean something.
As their sensei, I’m incredibly proud.

Kavita

Happy Pride month from all of us at Camden Shorinji Kempo🏳️‍🌈

We're incredibly proud of CJ and Rose for giving their all at the grading last Sunday - and if you'd like to start your journey in martial arts, now is a great time to join us!

With a mix of basics (punches & kicks), pair work, meditation and throws (take-downs), there's something for everyone. You'll learn practical self-defense techniques and become part of our awesome community.

🕖Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 5.30pm
📍Holborn House

🎫as always on Outsavvy: https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/camden-shorinji-kempo-martial-arts

We've got some exciting sessions coming up throughout May and then into June for Pride month 🏳️‍🌈 - it's a great time to join us!

Our classes are a fun mix of:
👊Basics: where we teach you how to punch with precision, kick with tenacity and duck any attack
🥋Pair work: where you get to train with a partner and try out the techniques
🧘‍♀️Meditation: where we spend a moment to keep ourselves grounded yet alert
🤼‍♂️Throws: where we practice take-downs

Our classes will show you some great self-defense techniques, but most importantly you'll be welcomed into a welcoming and friendly dojo and become part of our amazing community.

🕖Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 5.30pm
📍Holborn House

🎫as always on Outsavvy: https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/camden-shorinji-kempo-martial-arts

We have awarded our first Black Belt, a mile stone for a Sensei that I’ll carry with me for a long time.

Training people to help them push past self-imposed limits and watching them support each others' mental health, as well as confront challenges together is exactly why this club was founded.

It has been my privilege to work with Len, Camden Kempos's first home grown Black Belt. They have gone above and beyond in leading the club, completing all safeguarding and checks. Their commitment and consistency sets such a powerful example as they transition from kyu to Dan grade.

This is an important milestone but I’m equally proud of those who are still building, learning, and moving at their own pace. Not everyone’s Kempo journey is the same and that’s exactly how it should be. Personal.

Every week I am inspired by this dojo, making showing up the easiest thing in the world!

Kavita

It's time to celebrate our recent kyu graders, we are super proud of you!

We've had 4 of our kenshi take a big step and successfully take part in gradings:
- Phoebe getting her 5th kyu (yellow belt)
- Luke getting his 4th kyu (orange belt)
- Kate getting her 4th kyu (orange belt)
- Lucy getting her 2nd kyu (blue belt)

Well done to all of you, all your hard work has paid off!

. and if this makes you want to try out Kempo and see how far you can go on your Kempo journey, we train:
🕖Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 5.30pm
📍Holborn House

🎫as always on Outsavvy: https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/camden-shorinji-kempo-martial-arts

Last month, we took part in the BSKF Winter Seminar where we had some exellent teaching, learnt new techniques, trained together with kenshi from dojos all over the country and had a great time practicing our ukemi. As always Kempo isn't necessarily about big moves but rather knowing how to use the body as a lever - can you spot Len being taken down expertly?!

If this looks like something for you, join us on Thursday and Sunday evenings at Holborn House!

Tickets as always on Outsavvy: https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/camden-shorinji-kempo-martial-arts

It was so lovely to meet you all at yesterday with 🏳️‍⚧️

If you're curious to try out Kempo, and would like to join our lovely supportive club, we're training on Thursday at 7pm at Holborn House 💪

Pay what you want tickets are available on Outsavvy: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/24986/beginner-martial-arts-classes-learn-grow-and-thrive-in-a-welcoming-community

See you there! Everyone is welcome 🌈

As part of LGBTQIA+ history month, we've brought out the crowns. 👑 Swipe through to see a glimpse of our training - from teaching new techniques step by step, to practicing our pairform kata.

Whether you've got some experience or none, come join us for some q***r history, self defense, and a big dose of fun! Everyone is welcome 🌈

🕖 Thursday (7pm) and Sunday (5.30pm) evenings
📍Holborn House
🎫 https://www.outsavvy.com/event/24986/beginner-martial-arts-classes-learn-grow-and-thrive-in-a-welcoming-community