Lea Valley Karate Academy

My kids love the LVKA. They have been going for few year and they enjoy every minute of it. The Sensei are very professional, understanding and they work with the kids very well. Highly recommended the Lea Valley Karate Academy is like a second family to us.

This is more than just a club, it's a family ready to support you on this amazing journey. Through all the ups and downs they are there, ready to keep on going, even a pandemic couldn't stop them doing what they do best, nurturing, encouraging and blessing every member that have with all they can give. We joined 3 years ago and can't imagine life without them, with my son(8yrs) doing karate, my daughter(4yrs) and son(1yr) will be starting as soon as they can.

Amazing karate school, my son started lessons aged 5 and my daughter aged 7. It was great to see them grow in confidence and ability in a safe environment. The instructors are patient and will take the time to get to know your child. Highly recommend.

My daughter has been going to LVKA for two years and my son recently joined too. They both enjoy training with Sensei Daniel and Sensei Rhys.I didn’t learn martial arts personally, but what I like about their training is that they make lessons fun, while keeping learning content solid and includes elements of discipline.Even though class may have as many as 20-30 students when busy, Sensei takes care of each student’s movement and progress. I see why my children like attending sessions. It has a nice community feel.My children were fortunate to attend summer karate week recently. They had a great time and they are already talking about next one. (Next year ?)It had all levels and its age range looked to be 3-18. It was pleasing to watch advanced students help junior ones and how older students look after little ones. Older students were demonstrating great examples not only by their techniques but also their focus and professionalism.As a parent of primary school children, I tend to come across negative attitude and opinion towards teen-aged children. I had worries at times when I read some horrible news.However, while watching their older students focus on training and looking after younger ones, I realise how wrong I was about young generation.Another great this for us parents is that, they are flexible in that students can attend any sessions in a month. I took children to St Albans venue on Monday when I had other commitments on usual day. As children didn’t need to miss lessons, it helped me to remain focused on myself too.If anyone is looking to start training, I’d strongly recommend LVKA. I thank Sensei’s for teaching my two, and hope to have long associations with the Club.

My son joined in 2019 and absolutely loves it - it has been a huge boost to his confidence. Sensei Daniel & his team are patient & encouraging, their dedication to keeping lessons going through lockdown (virtually) was fantastic, a real community feel to the club.

Lea Valley Karate Academy provide the most amazing learning experience for all ages. What started as a before school club for my daughter has become not just a hobby but a an extension to our family. Learning karate has enable my daughter to build confidence, physical and mental strength.Highly recommended!