Affiliated to The Japan Karate Association W/F

Affiliated to JKA Karate-Do Shotokan (Scotland).

Affiliated to The Scottish Karate Governing Body

Shotokan Karate is one of the world's most popular systems of martial arts.  Training in karate boosts self esteem, delivers proficiency in self defence situations when techniques are properly applied and is an enjoyable way of getting a full body workout.

JKA Karate East Lothian comprises clubs for all ages in Musselburgh and North Berwick.  Run by instructor, or Sensei, Bert Stewart 4th Dan JKA, the clubs are affiliated to The Japan Karate Association W/F and Europe and JKA Karate-Do Shotokan (Scotland).

The clubs teach the form of Shotokan Karate first developed and refined by the style's originator Gichin Funakoshi and his successor Masatoshi Nakayama.

Karate training is suitable for both sexes and all ages, fostering a sense of self-discipline, increased fitness and flexibility and delivering enjoyment in a supportive and friendly environment.

New members of all ages are always welcome and you can come along - without any commitment - both to watch a class or to take part in a trial lesson to see if it appeals to you.

This website is a resource both for the curious and for existing club members.  We hope you enjoy browsing through our content.  Key details on our club locations can be found below, or through our dynamic menu on the left if your browser accepts javascript.

Bert Stewart can be contacted  through our contact form or through This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

All instructors for Musselburgh and North Berwick have enhanced Disclosure Scotland clearances and strict rules are followed to ensure that children are protected at all times when training in our dojos.