JFI Karate Academy

JFI Karate Academy Welcome to JFI Karate Academy, our Academy has been running for 12 years and has now graded four Dan students.

Humble beginnings for Sensei Janice Francis-Irwin to bronze medallist in the 1987 English Karate Championships, Janice Francis-Irwin has proved herself aa a fighter worthy of a premier position in the world of Karate.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our students and parents say it best!Thank you for sharing your experiences with JFI Karate Academy. Your sup...
25/09/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our students and parents say it best!
Thank you for sharing your experiences with JFI Karate Academy. Your support motivates us to keep building confidence, discipline, fitness and strong martial artists. 🥋💪

Curious about what goes on at JFI? This is your chance to experience it for yourself 🥋Whether you’re completely new or a...
23/09/2026

Curious about what goes on at JFI? This is your chance to experience it for yourself 🥋

Whether you’re completely new or already have some experience, come along, get involved and see what our community is all about.

Bring a friend, bring the family and come ready to give it a go.
No experience needed. No membership required. Just come along!
We can’t wait to welcome you 🤍

Making friends at JFI Karate Academy 🥋At JFI Karate Academy, every training session is about more than learning karate. ...
21/09/2026

Making friends at JFI Karate Academy 🥋

At JFI Karate Academy, every training session is about more than learning karate. It’s about building confidence, developing discipline, supporting one another and creating friendships that grow stronger with every class.

From practising techniques together to sharing smiles and celebrating each other’s progress, our students learn that being part of a team makes the journey even more special.

Here, every kick, punch, challenge, and achievement brings us closer together. 🥋🌟 Train together. Grow together. Make friendships that last!

Respect and discipline are two of the greatest lessons a child can learn - and they’re at the heart of everything we do ...
18/09/2026

Respect and discipline are two of the greatest lessons a child can learn - and they’re at the heart of everything we do at our karate academy.

Karate is about so much more than kicks and punches. Through structured training, students learn to listen, follow instructions, show respect to others, and develop the self-discipline needed to achieve their goals.

These qualities don’t just stay in the dojo. They help children become more focused at school, more confident in social situations, and more resilient when faced with challenges.

As parents, we all want to see our children grow into respectful, confident, and responsible young people. Karate provides a positive environment where those values are encouraged every step of the way.
Give your child skills that will benefit them for life 🥋

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WE’RE EXPANDING! 🥋We’re so excited to announce that JFI Karate Club is opening its second location at Woodford Wells Clu...
16/09/2026

WE’RE EXPANDING! 🥋
We’re so excited to announce that JFI Karate Club is opening its second location at Woodford Wells Club!

A brand-new venue means new classes, new opportunities and lots more karate for our members and anyone looking to get started.

Join us for our FREE Open Day on Wednesday 21st October and come along to try a class, meet the team and see what JFI is all about!

With a 6-week Start-Up Course and lots of exciting new classes coming soon, there’s never been a better time to get involved.

📍 Woodford Wells Club, Monkhams Lane, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0NL
❤️ Non-members welcome - we’d love to see you there!

We’re incredibly proud to share that our Founder, Janice Francis — a two-time World Champion and four-time European Kara...
14/09/2026

We’re incredibly proud to share that our Founder, Janice Francis — a two-time World Champion and four-time European Karate Champion - will be speaking on TEDxKubwa on 26th September.

Janice will be speaking on:
“What messages are influencing our children?”
A powerful conversation exploring how the messages children absorb from family, music, sport and their wider environment can shape their values, aspirations and sense of possibility.

We’re so proud to see our Founder taking this important conversation to the TEDx stage.

26th September 2026 ✨


TEDxKubwa

11/09/2026

This Saturday on Spilling The Tee   ☕️

Special Guests:
• Claston Gordon  - Winner of the Barber Brawl Championship 2026
• Patrick Phipps - Founder & Master Barber
• Shaneen Phipps - Event Producer, Coordinator & Orgaiser of The Barber Brawl Championship
• Janice Francis-Irwin - JFI Karate Fitness Events & TEDx Speaker.

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From 8am-11am (UK Time)

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Whether you’re completely new to martial arts or looking to challenge yourself, karate is a fantastic way to become stro...
10/09/2026

Whether you’re completely new to martial arts or looking to challenge yourself, karate is a fantastic way to become stronger, fitter and more confident 🥋✨

As parents, we want more than just strong bodies for our children - we want confidence, discipline, respect and self-bel...
09/09/2026

As parents, we want more than just strong bodies for our children - we want confidence, discipline, respect and self-belief.

That’s why JFI Karate Academy is more than just karate. It’s a place where children learn to challenge themselves, make friends, build confidence and grow into stronger, more focused young people.

Give your child the skills that stay with them for life 🥋✨

StrongKids

Address

Ilford Nuffield Health Club
Ilford
IG11EA

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10am - 2:45pm

Telephone

+447818000643

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