Welcome to Hull University Karate Club

Everyone welcome at any session. First session free.

Hull University karate is the longest standing martial arts club at the university. It is also the most successful, as it still holds the record for the most consecutive wins at the student nationals held every year. Gendo-Kai was formed over 40 years ago by the late sensei Derek Lorrison 5th Dan. He held master grades at various martial arts including Wado-Ryu and Shotokan karate, Ju-Jitsu and Judo. He trained with some of the foremost proponents of the martial arts including Tatsuo Suzuki. The karate club is now run by Ian Campion (5th Dan) who was Derek’s finest student and is supported by many outstanding black belts.

Hull university karate club prides itself on the physical fitness it promotes amongst its students, as well as its active social calendar. Karate is a fun sport and the club has a friendly and welcome atmosphere. So come and join us and improve your self confidence and physique training with us for your first belt. The club has an influx of new people every year from beginner to Dan grade. We welcome people at any time during the year, of all levels of ability. Training takes place at the university's sports centre situated on Inglemire Lane at the following times