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Dedicated online learning resource for Traditional Wadō-Ryū Karate-dō

Roger Vickerman Renshi teaching Wadō-Ryū Karate

3rd May 2026 - 1100 - 1430

We will be running a course at the YMCA Led by Roger Vickerman Renshi (7th Dan) on 3rd May 2026. Below are the full details and the booking form to let us know if you are planning to attend. The course cost will be £15 payable on the day.

Getting to the YMCA

Clock Tower West Bromwich

The YMCA is located at 38 Carter's Green, West Bromwich, B70 9LG. at the end of the high street, anybody using what3words can find the enterance using ///asserts.placed.stocks

YMCA Building

Parking for 40 cars is available on site and is free on Sundays, but please remember to register your vehicle at the sign-in screen at reception when you arrive.

Transport links to and from West Bromwich are good, including the metro, buses and the closest major train station is Sandwell & Dudley, but you will need to take a bus or taxi from there to the YMCA

Parking machine screen

Full changing and shower facilities are located next to the sports hall. The hall can accommodate up to 150 people, but course numbers are usually capped at 50 to ensure everyone has generous time with Sensei.

Training hall group shot

Previous Courses Videos

Not able to make it to one of our courses, why not watch some video highlights of previous courses, packed full of information and detail. It is not the same as learning in person, but it is the next best thing

See all our course videos on the Media page or on our YouTube channel

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