The Budokwai
is the
oldest JUDO club in Europe and the first JUDO
club in England - it opened it's doors for the first time on
26th January 1918.
From it's early beginnings under the guidance of our founder
Koizumi Gunji; followed by the tutelage of a whole gallery of
famous instructors The Budokwai grew to become the
premier martial arts club in the country.
The name Budokwai means - The Way of Knighthood Society
- What's in a Name?
Although primarily a Judo Club, The Budokwai aims to be
a centre of excellence for the Martial Arts.
Classes held on a regular basis include Judo;
Aikido; Karate;
JuJutsu.
TaiChi is also practiced and other
martial arts and activities are covered from time to time.
You can join
the Budokwai - see informationon
How to Join.
