Karate and Self Defence in Derby

Maximum Response Karate Defence

Karate and Self Defence in Derby.
Karate in Melbourne, Repton, Castle Donington and Kegworth.
Learn to take control with the best taken from many disciplines.

The MRKD Academy was founded to provide local, affordable, safe, comprehensive Self Defence and Fitness training for all ages in the East Midlands. Based in Derby with schools in Melbourne, Castle Donington, Repton and Kegworth.

Sensei Mark Rotherham - 4th Dan Wado Ryu

Founder and Head Instructor Sensei Mark Rotherham is the driving force behind Maximum Response Karate Defence. Mark is a 4th Dan Black Belt in Wado Ryu and a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Allstyle-Jitsu-System.

Fitness Training

Not only is Karate good for Self Defence but it is also a great way to gain a higher level of fitness and become more confident. With schools based around Derby in Melbourne, Repton, Castle Donington and Kegworth.

Locks & Blocks

As well as traditional karate strikes we teach many more locks, blocks and pressure points strikes. Taking the best from many different styles and incorporating them into a system that works for everyone.