03/08/2026
August Grading ๐ฅ
Congratulations to everyone who achieved their next milestone at the grading!
GKR Karate promotes Self defence, fitness, discipline, confidence and much more, perfect for all ages and abilities.
With Four locations across Preston (Brookfield, Cottam, Ingol, penwortham).
03/08/2026
August Grading ๐ฅ
Congratulations to everyone who achieved their next milestone at the grading!
29/07/2026
06/07/2026
GRADING DAY ๐
Well done to all our Preston students who achieved their next grade and are one step closer in their karate journey. ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Post your grading photos below showing of your new belts โฌ๏ธ๐ฅ
23/06/2026
The summer is here! โ๏ธ๐ถ๏ธ
For how long who knows but whilst we have the warmer weather please feel free to wear a white T-shirt or a GKR t shirt to your classes.
Make sure you stay hydrated and bring a water bottle along to class too
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GKR T-shirts can be ordered with your instructor at class.
EXCITING NEWS ๐ฐ ๐ฅ
New karate classes incoming ๐ฅ
We are excited to announce we are launching our Yogi program in Preston. We have two brand new classes catering for 3-5 year olds.
They will get to experience the fun of karate in a safe and comfortable environment which will help them build confidence, improve coordination and balance all whilst learning a new skill!
Starting next week the 22nd of June
๐๏ธ๐Monday in Cottam
๐๏ธ๐Wednesday in Brookfield
๐For more information call or text 07917 954074
๐ง Email: [email protected]
๐or enquire via our website:
๐ https://www.gkrkarate.com/locations/
18/06/2026
Tournament June 2026 ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Wow, what a an exceptional display of talent shown at Sundays Tournament!
Congratulations to everyone from Preston who took part and showed off their skills in kata and Kumite.
Whether it was your first time in the ring or your 100th, it takes a lot of bravery and courage to step up and give it a go. A huge achievement!
Next stop Telford for the World Cup! ๐๐
08/06/2026
Half way through the year and another grading done โ
Congratulations to all our Preston students who continue to work hard towards their next grade and smash it! ๐ฅ
29/05/2026
โClass closedโ
Reminder that this Saturdays Bamber Bridge class will be closed due the self defence seminar.
The seminar is open to every student and their family members, come down to support our partner charity refuge and learn some new skills ๐
16/05/2026
The deadline is fast approachingโผ๏ธ
Been thinking about entering the tournament? Donโt wait too long entries close on the 31st of May.
Even If youโve never entered a tournament before or you are in preparation for the world. Test your skills and give yourself a shot! ๐
15/05/2026
๐๐ฅSELF DEFENCE SEMINAR IN SUPPORT OF REFUGE ๐ฅ๐
GKR Karate UK will be running special seminars in May to support REFUGE - a charity who supports and help survivors of domestic and family abuse!
GKR Regions 2 & 3 will be holding a seminar in Crumpsall on Saturday the 31st of May.
This event is open to EVERYONE! GKR Student or not! Bring your friends and family to support a great cause, and learn some life skills!
Register here:
https://gkrkarateshop.co.uk/product/stop-domestic-family-violence-seminar/
Can't attend but would like to donate? Register via the link, and then just shoot us a message to let us know you won't be attending.
| Monday | 6pm - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 6pm - 8:15pm |
| Wednesday | 6pm - 8:15pm |
| Thursday | 6pm - 8:15pm |