DISCOVER YOUR INNER STRENGTH
Become a better version of yourself
Welcome to South West Budo, a martial arts and combat sports academy that offers karate, judo, and kudo classes with experienced instructors, focusing on discipline, self-defense, and physical fitness. Browse our site to learn more about us, and to book a class today!
ABOUT US
There are so many good reasons to join South West Budo. Our martial arts classes are designed to help you build strength, increase flexibility, and gain the skills needed to defend yourself in an effective and courageous way. Our head coach Rob started in Karate and Western Kickboxing and eventually becoming an instructor at his first club. But with the desire to truly test himself, he left and started Judo with the BJA then also started training in Kudo with the UK Kudo Fed.
Whatever your motivation, you will discover an inspiring world of self-transformation. Join us! And truly test yourself both physically and mentally.
Our instructors are experienced and passionate about martial arts and combat sports. They strive to create a supportive and challenging environment for students of all ages and skill levels. Our comprehensive training program is designed to help individuals achieve their goals in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Join us today!
OUR CLASSES
At South West Budo, we offer a variety of classes to suit your needs. Our classes can help you build strength, increase your flexibility, and gain the skills needed to defend yourself in an effective and courageous way. Scroll below to learn more about our classes and book an open session today!
Karate
Coming soon!!!!!
Karate has stood the test of time. Karate evolved in East Asia over a period of centuries, becoming systematised in Okinawa in the 17th century, probably by people forbidden to carry weapons. It was imported into japan in the 1920s. After learning karate and eventually teaching it at one of Cheltenhams largest clubs, our head instructor Rob has started to study various other styles of karate for a complete karate experience.
Judo
Coming soon!!!!!!
At SWB we love judo and having studied under the British Judo Association, our coach Rob is now studying Kosen judo to offer more in depth classes. Limitless judo is our mission specialising in Tachi-waza (standing techniques) and ne-waza (ground techniques).
Kudo
Japanese MMA
Kudo is a japanese martial art created by Takashi Azuma in Japan. First it was a mix of Kyukoshin Karate with Judo, but later techniques of Jiu Jitsu, Sambo, Muay Thai and Wrestling were added to it, making Kudo a complete system of martial arts with a big variety of techniques.
Strikes, throws and submissions are allowed in championships, and the athletes have to wear a special helmet for facial protection, gloves and a Gi with shorter sleeves.