Welcome to London Kempo

  • Looking for a martial art that builds confidence, fitness, and real-world self-defence skills?
  • We are London Kempo, a friendly non-profit martial arts club based in Harrow on the Hill.
  • Our purpose is simple: to teach and promote Kempo, a traditional martial art with a UK history dating back to 1936.
  • Kempo is more than just a way to protect yourself — it’s a path to better health, stronger focus, and a rewarding hobby for life.

Why join London Kempo?

  • Practical self-defence skills you can use from day one
  • Strength & fitness as a natural by-product of regular training
  • Improved agility, coordination, and flexibility
  • Perseverance & resilience that carry over into everyday life
  • Camaraderie & tradition in a welcoming club environment

Martial art with a self-defence focus

At London Kempo, we keep the rich tradition of Kempo alive and deliver a modern, realistic self-defence programme that covers:
  •  Defending against common street attacks
  •  Escaping holds, grabs, and chokes
  •  Weapons defence — bats, bottles, knives
  •  Surviving and escaping vulnerable ground positions.
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​You’ll gain practical skills that build confidence, keep you safer, and grow with you as you train.

Ready to get started?

  • Our Kempo Foundations classes run every Tuesday and Thursday, 19:00–20:00.
  • Try a free one-week trial — no equipment required, no pressure to commit.  It’s the best way to see if London Kempo is right for you.

Black Belt instructors

Our experienced black belt instructors are:
  •  Certified and licensed by the British Martial Arts and Boxing Association
  •  DBS checked for your safety and peace of mind
  •  First-aid qualified, so you’re always in safe hands.
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​We take pride in creating a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment for all members.
London Kempo 2026