BK1 & BK2 Combat

BK1 Combat System (BK2 Junior Programme)

Our free-fighting style classes are delivered through the BK1 Combat System (the junior equivalent is BK2).

The name “BK1” reflects the system’s integrated approach, blending principles from multiple disciplines into one cohesive style. Training combines striking arts such as:

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• Karate

• Kempo

• Kickboxing

• Muay Thai

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with grappling-based arts including:

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• Judo

• Ju-Jitsu (Ne-waza)

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This combination allows students to control the clinch, execute takedowns and throws, and apply effective ground work — all within a unified training system.

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What is BK1?

BK1 classes are full-flow stand-up to ground free sparring sessions. They are ideal for individuals who prefer a more fast-paced, physical style of martial arts training rather than slow, technical drills.

However, the true strength of the system is its adaptability:
students train at their own pace, and develop skill, fitness, and confidence progressively through the belt system.

Your pace. Your work rate. Your development.

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Training Structure & Safety

No student is ever forced to spar if they do not wish to. All free sparring is tailored to individual ability, skill level, and fitness level.

Most fitness conditioning is achieved through pre-determined pad drills, allowing students to build cardiovascular fitness and strength in a controlled, safe manner while simultaneously developing practical self-defence skills.

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While proficiency in BK1 will support effective self-defence in real-world situations, this system is primarily geared toward the competitive and sporting side of martial arts, rather than the street-defence focus of our Karate-Jutsu syllabus.

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What You Learn in BK1

BK1 covers all ranges of combat, including:

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• Striking, kicking, knee & elbow techniques (Atemi-waza)

• Clinch work, takedowns & throws (Nage-waza)

• Ground attack and defence (Ne-waza)

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Training includes a combination of:

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• Pre-determined pad drills

• Partner sparring

• Strength & conditioning (S&C) exercises

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This approach develops both skill and fitness simultaneously.

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What Sets BK1 Apart

BK1 is often described as “MMA in a gi,” and while this comparison is understandable, the system is far more technical than it appears. The training is designed to be accessible, using correct body mechanics and movement principles to make advanced techniques feel natural.

This makes BK1 suitable for almost anyone, regardless of age or fitness level. Many students train primarily for fitness and wellbeing, while also gaining realistic self-defence capability as a natural by-product of their training.

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The Result

Real techniques, trained in a way that makes fitness and health part of the package.

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BK1 offers:

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• Practical self-defence

• High-level fitness

• Increased confidence

• Strong technical development

• A structured path of progression

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So what are you waiting for?

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