Shi Kon Martial Arts was established in 1988 by Steve Rowe 8th Dan, after 40 years of Martial Arts study with top Japanese and Chinese Masters in the arts of Karate, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Neigong (inner work), Qigong (energy work) and Meditation. The Shi Kon Martial Arts classes on this website all have the Sport England Clubmark Accreditation and are located in Medway Kent, Rochford, Essex and South London.
Shi Kon Martial Arts is like no other Association, Management Consultancy, Franchise or Governing Body. It is run by highly successful, long serving experienced traditional and modern martial artists with a record to prove our successful formula. For more information on our Martial Arts classes and services you can call us on 07784 301490 or email caz@shikon.com.
Shi Kon Martial Arts is like no other Association, Management Consultancy, Franchise or Governing Body. It is run by highly successful, long serving experienced traditional and modern martial artists with a record to prove our successful formula. For more information on our Martial Arts classes and services you can call us on 07784 301490 or email caz@shikon.com.
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Shi Kon Martial Arts was established in 1988 By Steve Rowe and named by his Iaido Instructor Okimitsu Fuji who drew the calligraphy that hangs in the Chatham Honbu Dojo. Shi Kon means 'Warrior Spirit' being the spirit or heart of a cultured Samurai warrior.
Shi Kon is the coming together of Steve's training in Karate under the late Toru Takimazawa (he was the Chairman of the Takamizawa Institute of Karate), his Tai Chi training under James Uglow and Ma Lee Yang, his Iaido training under Okimitsu Fuji and Vic Cook and his Jodo training with Vic Cook.
Shi Kon is the coming together of Steve's training in Karate under the late Toru Takimazawa (he was the Chairman of the Takamizawa Institute of Karate), his Tai Chi training under James Uglow and Ma Lee Yang, his Iaido training under Okimitsu Fuji and Vic Cook and his Jodo training with Vic Cook.
It's important to understand the depth, structure and synergy of the system you train in. With many 'traditional' training systems because of the lack of documentation and information we end up guessing what the founders of the system who have long departed this world thought. We also end up trying to understand any documentation and oral tradition through the near impossible cultural filter and language of the source Country.
Our Kung Fu Kids classes are fun and engaging sessions for children aged between 4 to 12 (5 to 12 at Elephant & Castle, Lee, Sidcup and Swanley). These classes are designed to be fun, lively and friendly. Your child will learn social skills, good manners, discipline, confidence and the skills to help them defend themselves!
Our fun and friendly Kung Fu classes are designed to help you improve your fitness, lose weight and learn to defend yourself. The training is fusion of traditional Kung Fu and modern Martial Arts training that develops power, speed and superb cardiovascular endurance, as well as fighting spirit. If you're looking for a lively, fun and challenging way to keep fit and learn to defend yourself, these classes are perfect for you!
Tai Chi is a form of exercise and moving meditation developed in ancient China that has been practiced for centuries as a therapeutic, healing routine. Its mindful movements are the perfect antidote to the stresses and anxieties of our busy modern lives. Instead of jarring, high-intensity exercises, Tai Chi uses low-impact, slow moving, naturally flowing movements that are done softly and thoughtfully.
Reviews (10)
Nancy Christopher
Sep 21, 2021
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Shi Kon Martial Arts is a top class dojo! My sons both attend. We have been going for 3 years now. Caz and Mikey are the best. They make you feel so welcome. They truly care about the children and the parents! Throughout lockdown, they took they time to FaceTime us on a weekly basis. Kept in touch with the kids and making sure they stay on top of they training! They make special effort with each child! They truly put they heart into what they do. I couldn’t thank them enough!
Amy Alchin
Sep 14, 2021
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My daughter attends Kung Fu and myself Ladies kickboxing at Shi Kon Martial Arts.
My daughter has grown massively in confidence since attending and loves going to class every Wednesday.
The ladies kickboxing is a fun class and fab workout whilst learning great skills.
Love being part of the Shi Kon Family
My daughter has grown massively in confidence since attending and loves going to class every Wednesday.
The ladies kickboxing is a fun class and fab workout whilst learning great skills.
Love being part of the Shi Kon Family
Michala Bell
Aug 29, 2021
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Jeremy Hicks
Jun 28, 2021
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On Sunday 6th June 2021 I completed the Shi Kon advanced Tai Chi coaching course, fantastic. It's difficult to explain, briefly, why the courses are so good, but I wanted to try and convey what I gained so others could enjoy the same.
When I started, on the basic course over 3 years ago I joined because I wanted to learn, and experience, more about Tai Chi than I had in the classes I'd tried, under various other teachers over the years.
Although I'd been told by friends that Steve Rowe was a very good teacher and martial artist I'd never been to any of his seminars or classes before starting
When I started, on the basic course over 3 years ago I joined because I wanted to learn, and experience, more about Tai Chi than I had in the classes I'd tried, under various other teachers over the years.
Although I'd been told by friends that Steve Rowe was a very good teacher and martial artist I'd never been to any of his seminars or classes before starting
Rebecca Thorne
Jun 07, 2021
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My children have been attending the dojo for the last 5 years and they have all thoroughly enjoyed learning Kung fu. Caz and Mikey are absolutely wonderful with the children and adults alike. They make you feel at ease as soon as you walk through the door. They are extremely professional and very approachable. It’s like going to visit friends once a week.
Chrizse
May 21, 2021
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Brilliant martial arts school - great atmosphere, fantastic coaching and team. Caz and Mikey do a fab job, my son has become so much more confident since starting kung fu, and has learnt a lot about himself whilst practicing kung fu. Caz and Mikey are brilliant with the kids - Mikey makes the lessons fun and versatile with different challenges the kids enjoy and Caz always ensures a smooth running of things, looking after everyone. Cannot recommend Shi Kon enough! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Justyna Pankowska
May 14, 2021
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My son absolutely loves this place. We were looking for something physical to improve his fitness levels and also boost his confidence. He does 2 sessions a week and looks forward to each session so much. Everyone at Shi Kon Martial Arts is amazing, the instructors, students and other parents are all so lovely and welcoming. I have seen a huge boost in my son since he began and I'm very grateful that we found this wonderful place.
Rahim Shivji
Nov 27, 2020
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Steve Cummins
Oct 09, 2017
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I have been a martial artist most of my life but I only started training with Shikon about 7 years ago. With the help of Steve Rowe and various members of the Shikon family I have learned more about martial arts and myself in the last 5 years than all of my other training put together. I recommend Shikon to anyone interested in martial arts because not only will you learn a high level of martial skill, but you will learn to become a more well balanced person, capable of dealing with your personal problems in a much more intelligent and positive way. The life skills you learn with Shikon will filter
Jon Law
Nov 13, 2011
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Shikon is a great place to train. The main man Steve Rowe is one of the most knowledgeable martial arts instructors I have ever come across. He can help you regardless of your martial arts background, so much knowledge is relevant and effective no matter what the style.
I used to travel to Kent from Birmingham to train on some of his courses and to take private lessons, I even went away with them to their annual Czech Republic event, which was fantastic. Everyone is friendly and very giving in their knowledge, highly recommended
I used to travel to Kent from Birmingham to train on some of his courses and to take private lessons, I even went away with them to their annual Czech Republic event, which was fantastic. Everyone is friendly and very giving in their knowledge, highly recommended
