Welcome to Red Eagle Martial Arts.

A friendly club sharing the discipline, fitness, and benefits of Wado Ryu traditional karate.

Wado Ryu for

Adults

Wado Ryu for

Children

Our philosophy

We believe that every person can gain many benefits from karate and physical exercise.  Our Wado Ryu karate classes encourage and enable you to achieve personal development on an individual basis, in a fun, safe environment, where the entire family can learn and develop.  Classes are held in Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and Upton-upon-Severn.

Traditional Wado-Ryu karate is more than just kicking and punching, it's learning the underlying principles of the movements, and understanding how the body works.

All classes are pay as you go, and there is no membership fee.  We have introductory offers for our karate classes, and once completed you are welcome to pay as you train, alternatively you can purchase class passes.  Offering a convenient, cost-effective way for you to train and progress.

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