Testimonials
Over the years l’ve known David Shaw l’ve watched his karate develop and grow. lt’s progressive, highly effective and honest. He always has his students best interest at heart. Always moving forward, always willing to learn, always ready to help. A great training partner and instructor
John Johnston Adaptive Karate 8th degree black belt
I retired from running my own Karate club 3 years ago but found that after teaching martial arts for 25 years and training for around 44 years, I felt I needed to take part in some form of training. I spoke with Dave Shaw, head coach at the Sheffield Karate Club and one of my old students who passed his 1st degree black belt under me and he invited me to train with him. I have been training with Dave for a few months now and I am really enjoying being involved in the martial arts again.
Dave was an excellent student while training with me and am pleased to say that he has progressed to being an excellent instructor. His passion for the martial arts is evident by the way he teaches and by the way all his students enjoy their training. Dave is very friendly and approachable and he has a great bunch of students training with him, he teaches traditional martial arts with a modern, effective approach to self defence. I would recommend anyone wanting to practice martial arts and self defence in a friendly atmosphere to train with him at Sheffield Karate Club.
Paul Treweek Wado ryu 6th degree black belt
Having not trained for 2 years, I decided to return to my karate training. I had trained in Shotokan for many years and gained my first Dan. Although it had been great I decided to try a different style that had more Jutsu content. Wado Ryu fitted the bill, so as of April I have been training at Sheffield Karate Club under the guidance of Sensei David Shaw. I have found it familiar in technique but different enough to be challenging. Add to that the locks, throws and Self Defense aspects and I feel I’m improving as a martial artist. It’s a good club with an informal, friendly atmosphere and effective instruction. Sensei David explains and demonstrates techniques well and has a positive attitude. All in all a good choice.