WHO WE ARE...
We practice authentic Japanese Goju, which is one of the four main karate styles in the world today.
Our classes focus on developing well rounded people with strong social skills, effective self-defence abilities and a strong moral character.
Our students explore and master karate techniques, make some terrific friends, and develop strong self confidence, We help people to development & maintain fitness, health and personal energy,
The instructors have over 84 years of combined experience. The Chief Instructor is ranked 7th Dan Master and is supported by a group of Black Belts who are dedicated to helping each student find their personal best selves.
We are self-defence oriented and so do not compete in tournaments. We concentrate on solid and effective self-defence and coping strategies for the modern world.
Because of our self-defence orientation our karate is suitable for girls and boys minimum 9 years of age, teenagers and adults, both men and women.
Interested in joining?
For a quick overview of our club, check out our FAQ’s page
Send us an inquiry or simply give us a call.
M: 0419 894 800
TESTIMONIALS
"I have been to many clubs in the area and have found this club to be something special. With a unique balance of tradition, fitness, self defence and philosophy. You can be confident that these experienced instructors will guide you on your karate journey." - Sean C.
"... having visited a few clubs around I found our club to be the most structured, methodical, sincere, and has the MOST HELPFUL group which supports each other." - Zeno A.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Kata the next step
By: Shihan Graeme
Each person’s experience with martial arts differs, as they bring differing degrees of commitment or purpose, and train and study, more or less. Their reasons for studying the martial arts and their expectations are all different. I feel however that fundamentally, the journey through the martial arts is potentially the same for everybody, because it is the same thing we are all studying, and the same experiences are there to be discovered.
A Discussion of the Concept of SHU-HA-RI
By: Sensei Lincoln
The abstraction of "self" is promoted in the martial arts through the concept of "self-enlightenment". "Self enlightenment" is the essence of the martial arts and can only be achieved through years and years of physical and later, mental training. "Self enlightenment" declares that a truly enlightened karateka is not just concerned with conquering an opponent, but with coming to terms with oneself and the universe.
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OUR DOJOS:
Westmeadows
Westmeadows Public Hall, Raleigh St, Westmeadows (opp Westmeadows Tavern).
Westmeadows , VIC, 3049
Days: Mondays
Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Days: Wednesdays (at the Hombu Dojo in Westmeadows)
Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Sydenham / Hillside
Hillside Community Centre
71 Royal Crescent, Hillside
Hillside, VIC, 3037
Days and times: Tuesdays 7.00pm to 9.00pm and Thursdays 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Westmeadows
Wednesday training is at our Hombu (home) dojo. Address and details will be advised to new members when joining the club. No visitors at this dojo.
Days: Wednesday
Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
OUR PHOTOS
Saturday 1st October we held our 16th Annual Training Day. Twenty of us came together for a day of intense practice and join in our competition and Dan grading examination. This pic shows the great group of members who came together for this special day
This is our Black Belt group at the final night of training for 2022. L to R : Lincoln Sensei (6th Dan), Con Daglis (1st Dan), Asanka Silva (3rd Dan), Jake Daglis, Nathan Daws, Jack Daws, Stephen Afflito (1st Dans), Graeme Shihan (7th Dan), Craig Smith (1st Dan), Sean Carville (2nd Dan), and Jacob Vella, Chan Somarathna and Anthony Balia (1st Dans). Absent were Suraj Fernando (3rd Dan, Jordan Saykarosky, and Tara Balia (1st Dans).
This pic shows sensei’s Lincoln and Graeme with Tsubamoto Sensei and Ishii Sensei, in the Shigaku Kan dojo, Tokyo, in October, 2018.