Claudy Karate Club
ABOUT CKC
Claudy Karate Club
Claudy Karate Club, was founded in August 2000 by Sensei Chris McFeely; 4th Dan. We are a fully affiliated member club of ONAKAI Karate Ireland - the only national federation recognized by Olympic Ireland. Our club caters for and facilitates our students development in; Sport Karate (WKF), Traditional Karate (Wado Ryu), & Applied Karate (Kissaki Kai)
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Our first dojo was in St Patrick’s & St Brigid’s High School Claudy. In August 2020, we reached a new milestone, and secured our first full time dojo. A 171 square meter purpose-built facility.
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Sensei Dermot McFeely – 2nd Dan, is our current chief instructor. Sensei Dermot is a full time karate instructor, and is also the current National Assistant Coach for the Ireland Karate Team.
Official Sponsors of Claudy Karate Club!
(2019 - 2024)
"We owe so much of our success to the generosity of Nicor. They have been a huge support to our club and it's students" - Dermot McFeely.
NICOR
Sensei / Instructor
2nd Dan Black Belt
25 years of Karate experience!
Former World U21 Champion!
ONAKAI Irish National Coach (asst.)
"Karate is my life, and I'm grateful for the opportunities it has given me. The club and it's members are like my family"
Dermot McFeely
Chief Instructor
4th Dan Black Belt
39 years of Karate experience!
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"Karate has played a large part in my life. I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and have made some wonderful friends for life along the way"
Instructor
Chris McFeely
1st Dan Black Belt
13 years of Karate experience!
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"Ever since I started karate I've loved it. I'm glad to be part of Claudy Karate Club, and grateful for all the opportunities it has given me".
Conor Doherty
Assistant Instructor
CONTACT US
07541390113 | claudykarateclub@gmail.com
Dermot's Martial Fitness
442a Glenshane Road, Claudy, BT47 4BP
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