Karate School Programme
Bring Karate to your school!
School Karate Programme
Bringing Confidence, Discipline and Healthy Lifestyles into Schools
Kawauso Karate delivers an exciting, inclusive and engaging karate programme, designed specifically for schools and educational establishments.
We work with children of all ages. From EYFS, Key stage 1-4 and children in SEND schools/alterative provisions. We will happily work alongside your school to get the best outcomes for your children in their setting.
Whether as part of your PE curriculum, an enrichment activity or an after-school club, our sessions help children develop physically, mentally and socially in a fun and supportive environment.
Our lessons focus on far more than just martial arts. Pupils build confidence, resilience, self-discipline, respect and teamwork while improving their balance, coordination, agility and overall fitness.
Book a FREE Taster Session
Experience the benefits of karate in your school with a free introductory session. It's the perfect opportunity for pupils and staff to see how karate can support physical education while developing valuable life skills.
To discuss your school's requirements or arrange a free taster session, please get in touch today.
Mr Mark Holt
Chief Instructor – Kawauso Karate
📧 kawauso_karate@hotmail.com
📞 07508 318738
Why Choose Kawauso Karate?
Qualified and experienced instructor with over 27 years of karate experience
Former Primary School Teacher and PE lead with 10 years of classroom experience
Member of the Dokan England Karate Coaching Team
Fully insured and DBS checked
First Aid trained
Safeguarding Code in Martial arts approved
Structured lessons tailored to each age group and ability
Safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment
Suitable for all ages and abilities
Our School Programme Includes:
Curriculum PE lessons
PPA cover
After-school karate clubs
Enrichment/taster days
Health and Wellbeing initiatives
Anti-bullying and confidence workshops
School assemblies/demonstration events
Staff CPD
Benefits for Pupils:
Increased confidence and self-esteem
Improved concentration and behaviour
Greater resilience and perseverance
Enhanced coordination, balance and fitness
Respect, courtesy and self-control
Teamwork and leadership skills
A positive attitude towards physical activity
Every session is carefully planned to ensure every child feels successful, challenged and motivated, regardless of their previous experience.
"We were delighted to have Mark work with our EYFS children for a half term of Karate PE lessons. From the very beginning, he was incredibly organised, professional, and well-prepared for every session.
Mark built an excellent rapport with the children and engaged them brilliantly throughout the programme. His enthusiasm, patience, and positive energy made every lesson enjoyable, and the children absolutely loved taking part. He created a fun and supportive environment where all children felt encouraged to join in, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. His ability to manage and motivate young children was outstanding, and the progress we saw over the half term was fantastic. The lessons were structured, age-appropriate, and delivered to a very high standard.
We would highly recommend Mark to any school or setting looking for a skilled, reliable, and inspiring karate coach. He has been a real asset to our PE provision, and we would welcome him back without hesitation!! ☺️"
Class teacher and PE Lead
"Over the last few years we, at the Foundation of Light, have been fortunate enough to have Mark and Kawauso Karate on board helping deliver our enrichment.
It has been fantastic to see our students engage with the sessions and Mark himself. A lot of our young people need adaptations, structure and patience. Mark had all of these and more. Not only that but our young people have learned more than just basic moves or being a little bit more physically Active, they have learned fundamental skills and attitudes for life.
Mark has even recently attended our end of year awards celebration and handed out certificates of achievement to high performing young people. This is going above and beyond the sessions paid for and building those memories for life.
We are extremely grateful to Mark and Kawauso Karate for all they have offered and supported our young people and long may it continue"
Youth/NEET Manager
" Mark has been teaching karate to children of all ages across our school for several years.
He is always professional, reliable, proactive and has excellent behaviour management skills. Children absolutely love going to Mark's sessions.
Whenever Mark is in school, he feels like part of the furniture - an honorary member of Team Gillas! We plan to continue working with Mark and Kawauso Karate for many years to come."
Head Teacher
“I’ve worked with Mark over two holiday camps this year and all I can say is the quality of instruction is first class. The children are engaged, enthused and are always left wanting more. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to any educational or community setting and look forward to working with him on future HAF and holiday collaborations..”
PE Teacher