Who We Are
About OSSKA
Original Southern Shotokan Karate Affiliation
Traditional Karate with Traditional Values
OSSKA — the Original Southern Shotokan Karate Affiliation — is a well-established karate club. Our Victoria Village Hall Club in Cwmavon, Abersychan opened on 2nd April 2026, bringing OSSKA training to Pontypool and the surrounding area.
We train every Thursday at Victoria Village Hall from 7pm to 8pm and welcome students of all ages and abilities — complete beginners are always welcome.
2 weeks free training for all new students — just come along and ask for details.
Our Values
Honour • Respect • Unity
Honour
We act with integrity inside and outside the dojo. Our word is our bond.
Respect
Respect for your instructor, your training partners, and yourself is central to everything we do.
Unity
We train together, grow together, and support one another as a club family.
Self Control
Traditional karate develops discipline and self-control that extends far beyond the mat.