Karate Classes — YMC Activity
Build Discipline, Build Confidence, Build A Better You.
Weekly karate sessions at the Yardley Muslim Centre (YMC) Building, Birmingham, led by Grand Master Alam Sheikh. Open to children and adults — complete beginners and returning students alike.
Class Schedule
Saturday sessions at the YMC Building.
Male Class — Children & Adults
Saturday, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Open to males of all ages — children and adults, complete beginners through to higher grades. Structured sessions covering fundamentals, technique and gradings.
Female Class — Children & Adults
Saturday, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Open to females of all ages — children and adults, any experience level. Structured sessions covering fundamentals, technique and gradings.
About the Classes
More than martial arts.
Karate is about far more than punches and kicks. Every session builds focus, respect and steady progress — skills that carry into school, home and everyday life.
- Structured weekly sessions every Saturday
- Suitable for complete beginners and returning students
- Gradings and belt progression as students improve
- Safe, supervised environment at the YMC Building
- Taught with an emphasis on respect, discipline and effort
Fees
Simple, straightforward fees.
Monthly Training
£35
Per month — covers your weekly Saturday session, boys or girls & adults.
Karate Suit (Gi)
£25
One-off purchase through the club. Comfortable sportswear is fine for your first few sessions.
Licence & Insurance
£30
Required for training and gradings — ask the team about your licence when you join.
Your Instructor
Led by Grand Master Alam Sheikh.
Sessions are led by Grand Master Alam Sheikh — structured and encouraging, so beginners feel welcome from their very first class, and higher grades keep progressing.
Discipline
Focus, commitment and structure built into every session.
Confidence
Progress students can see — session by session, belt by belt.
Fitness
Strength, flexibility and coordination for all ages.
Respect
Traditional values on and off the mat.
Part of the YMC community.
Karate classes run at the Yardley Muslim Centre (YMC) Building as part of the centre's wider activities and programmes. You can find out more about the centre at ymc1.uk →
Karate classes are run at the YMC Building. It is not implied that Taqwa Education and Yardley Muslim Centre are the same organisation.
Ready to build a better you?
Places are kept small so every student gets proper attention. Call the team to check availability and book your first session.