Karate Camps & Seminars
The Dojo | Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai , Shotokan & Kyokushin Karate
I run karate camps and seminars where kids learn fundamentals and earn belts, and advanced students get focused training in sparring, kata, and refereeing, all in a close-knit community setting.
Pricing Guide
Seasonal Intensive Karate Camp (6-8 Weeks)
Schedule and Format
- Runs Monday to Friday for 7 to 8 weeks (typically April/May).
- Sessions are 60 minutes daily, typically early mornings (e.g., 8:00 AM).
- Large group format (30 to 60 students) utilizing open grounds or community spaces.
Training Curriculum
- Introduction to Kihon (fundamentals), stance training, basic punches, blocks, and kicks.
- High volume physical conditioning including push ups, stretching, and running drills.
- Led by Senior Instructors with supervision from Chief Instructor SoShihan Derick.
Venue and Certification
- Training held on functional surfaces like cement school grounds or basic community halls (non AC).
- Includes a standard participation certificate upon completion.
- Qualifies eligible students to appear for the first belt exam (White to Yellow/Orange).
Color Belt (Kyu) Grading Exam
Assessment Process
- Formal 2 to 3 hour evaluation event by a panel of Black Belt examiners.
- Testing of syllabus appropriate to rank: Basics (Kihon), Forms (Kata), and Sparring (Kumite).
Deliverables
- Issuance of a standard cotton martial arts belt for the new rank.
- Official Rank Certificate signed by the Bangalore Budokan Karate and Martial Arts Trust.
- Update of student records in the official dojo registry.
Ceremony
- Includes the traditional belt tying ceremony.
- Formal photo opportunity with the Sensei and examiners.
Advanced Technical Skills Workshop
Technical Instruction
- Deep dive into specialized topics: Advanced Kumite (fighting strategy/timing), Senior Kata, or WKF Refereeing rules.
- Conducted directly by SoShihan Derick Kishan (6th Dan) or invited senior guest masters.
- Includes theory sessions for rulebooks and practical partner drills for combat skills.
Logistics and Provisions
- Duration: Single day or weekend event format, running 4 to 6 hours per day.
- Includes basic refreshments and a simple working lunch (typically veg box meal).
Certification
- Award of a specialized Seminar Participation Certificate.
- Practical experience with official flag signals and judging criteria (for Referee seminars).
About Karate Camps & Seminars
What Makes My Karate Camps Special
Karate is more than kicks and punches for me - it’s a way you live and grow. My camps and seminars are where you really test yourself and learn, way beyond regular classes. I run these with a family vibe, so don’t be surprised if I ask, “Elli mane nimdu?” (Where’s your house?) at the start. I like knowing my students.
Kids Martial Arts Summer Camp
School’s out? That’s when I get the youngest ones moving. I make sure it’s fun and structured - kids learn fundamentals, self-defence, and get a taste of martial arts. Most camps end with a karate belt grading event, so there’s something real to aim for, not just games.
Seminars for Serious Karateka
If you’re not a beginner, my sessions get intense. Think advanced karate sparring seminar, focused kata drills, and even workshops on how to referee fights. These are for seniors and black belts who want to go deep and perfect their skills.
Grading: The Big Day
Belt exams aren’t just about passing. I push everyone - fitness, kata, kumite, even your spirit. Moving up, whether it’s your first color belt or stepping into the ‘Sempai’ or ‘Sensei’ role, takes real effort. I always say, the only difference between a black belt and a white belt is that the black belt just never gave up.
The BBK Championships
Our biggest event is where it all comes together. Students, families, instructors - everyone shows up to compete and cheer. It’s not just about winning, it’s about showing what you’ve built day after day.
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Meet your Expert
Derick Kishan
My Story
We are Bangalore Budokan, but honestly, we feel more like a big karate family than an academy. Karate for us? Not just kicks, not just belts. It’s a mindset. We started with a dream to build a tribe, and now, seeing students like Nikhil go to Nationals or Sensei Sharan bring home trophies, that's what keeps us going. Our dojo’s everywhere in Bangalore - always with our students, through thick and thin. Oss.
My Work
What we offer - Traditional karate classes, martial arts, practical self-defence training, women’s self-defence workshops, corporate sessions, summer camps, and advanced referee seminars.
Who can join? - Anyone. Kids, adults, seniors – age is just a number. Our dojos are all across Bangalore. Elli mane nimdu? (Where’s your house?) We’re probably close by.
How we train - We focus on discipline, hard work, and real-world preparation. Not just for belts, but for life. You get tougher, but you also get better.
Our BBK community - We train together, win together. Our students compete and succeed in state and national championships. Come, be part of the BBK family.
