Our group has 17 Hertfordshire based Karate clubs.
We specialise in Shotokan Karate, new students ages 5 to 65 can join us every week. We pride ourselves on having opened our first club in 1984 and have continued to grow steadily since that time.
Our Instructors started as beginners, just as you will when joining our group, so we understand the dedication and patience required to develop and succeed.
All have completed, or are currently completing, our Active Hertfordshire Karate Instructor Programme and hold current CRB Enhanced Disclosure. Fully insured, some hold First Aid Qualifications and have gone on to open their own clubs, choosing to remain under the Active Hertfordshire Karate quality brand.
At AHK martial arts is more than just kicks and punches — it’s about building confidence, focus, respect, and community. Whether you’re looking for a fun activity for your child, a way for your teen to grow in discipline, an empowering challenge for yourself, or a family activity that strengthens your bond, we have a program for you.
Our Programs
Help your child develop confidence, focus, and respect while having fun! Our kids’ classes are designed to build essential life skills, improve coordination, and encourage a healthy, active lifestyle.
Our teen program blends traditional karate discipline with modern training techniques to boost self-esteem, improve fitness, and provide a positive outlet for energy.
It’s never too late to start your martial arts journey! Our adult classes combine self-defense skills, fitness, and stress relief in a supportive environment for all experience levels.
Why not train together? Our family classes bring parents and children into the dojo side-by-side, building skills and memories while keeping everyone active and motivated.
Karate is more than a sport — it’s a foundation for personal growth. Our training develops discipline, confidence, and focus for all ages and abilities, helping students set goals, stay active, and channel their energy positively.
With experienced instructors and a focus on respect, etiquette, and tradition, karate builds life skills parents truly value.
Train with us at a location near you. We run karate classes across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas, making it easy to find a time and place that fits your schedule.
✅ Karate in Langford – Monday evenings
✅ Karate in Ashwell – Saturday evening
✅ Karate in Letchworth – Sunday mornings & Friday evenings
✅ Karate in Hitchin – Wednesday evenings
✅ Karate in Stevenage – Thursday evenings
✅ Karate in Welwyn Garden City – Saturday mornings/afternoon & Wednesday evenings
✅ Karate in Harpenden – Saturday afternoons
✅ Karate in Hemel Hempstead – Thursday evenings
✅ Karate in Watford – Sunday afternoon & Tuesday evenings
