Shotokan · Luton
Traditional Shotokan Karate
Part of Bukonkai Karate International. All ages welcome.
About the club
Bukonkai Dunstable Karate Club was founded by the late Sensei Richard Bygate and has a rich history spanning over five decades. Under the leadership of Sensei Steve Creasy and now Sensei Alejandro Ronda Garciga, the club remains a thriving hub for karate enthusiasts, promoting discipline, respect and personal growth. Training is at The Chalk Hills Academy, Leagrave High St, Luton. Part of Bukonkai Karate International, whose Chief Instructor is Sensei Lee Williams, 6th Dan.
- Style
- Shotokan
- Association
- Bukonkai Karate International (BKI) — affiliated to FEKO / EKGB / EKU / WKF
- Founded
- 1970
Class times
Monday
18:00 - 19:00 · Beginners
19:00 - 20:00 · Intermediate/Advanced
Thursday
19:00-20:00 · Advanced
Membership and fees
Training fee
£26 a month
- Licence fee: £20 initial / £15 renewal (yearly)
- Uniform: From £20
Other costs
- Trial class
- Free
- Licence fee
- £20 initial / £15 renewal (yearly)
- Uniform
- From £20
Your instructor
Alejandro Ronda Garciga
Sandan (3rd Dan Black Belt)
Instructor, Bukonkai Dunstable Karate Club · 10 years' experience
- 3rd Dan Shotokan Karate
- FEKO Registered Instructor
- First Aid Certified
Alejandro has instructed at Bukonkai Karate International for nearly 10 years and is a former national competitor in kata and kumite. He now leads the Dunstable club, continuing a lineage founded by the late Sensei Richard Bygate and carried on by Sensei Steve Creasy.
Inside the club
Coming up
Sunday 15 November
November Examination
For our students
Your first class
What to wear
Loose, comfortable sports clothes, such as a T-shirt and tracksuit bottoms. We train barefoot. No uniform needed for a first class.
What to bring
A bottle of water. Tie back long hair and take off jewellery before class.
When to arrive
About 10 minutes before the start, so we can say hello and show you around.
What happens in the first class
A normal class at a gentle pace for beginners. The instructor will show you each technique and check how you are doing.
Parking and finding us
Free car park
In safe hands
- Verified by EveryDojo
The instructor's certificate has been checked against the real document.
- Identity checked
EveryDojo has matched the instructor's ID to their photo.
- Alejandro Ronda Garciga: DBS checked
Checked by EveryDojo, updated 4 Jul 2026.
- Insured
Insurance in date until 4 Jan 2027.
- First aid trained
First aid certificate in date until 4 Jul 2028.
What members say
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Google from 6 reviews. Read them on Google
★★★★★
I've had a fantastic experience training with Bunkonkai. From day one, the atmosphere felt welcoming and encouraging. It's a club where beginners are supported, but more experienced students are challenged too. Sensei Alex strikes a good balance between discipline and fun. Classes are well structured, the coaching is clear, and there's always a strong sense of respect.
Where we train
Luton
The Chalk Hills Academy, Leagrave High St, Luton, LU4 0NE
Questions
How old does my child need to be to start?
7 years old
Can parents watch the class?
Yes, feel free.
Do I need to be fit to start?
No you do not have to be fit to start, just able to follow instructions.
Get in touch
Come and try a class
Your first class is free. Pick a class and a date, and the club will confirm.