Shudokan Karate
Self Defence Application
Want to get fit physically and mentally?
At Shudokan Karate we combine the core elements and teachings from traditional karate with their application to realistic self defence.
Looking for a fun, dynamic, and inclusive sport? Shudokan Karate welcomes beginners from 12+ to martial arts and self defence.
We teach traditional Goju Ryu Karate techniques including punch, strike, block and kick as well as practical self defence skills, awareness strategies, instinct based movement and how to de-escalate conflict.
Learning traditional karate has many benefits for teenagers – self discipline, dedication, goal setting, with practice required to see results.
Our Practical Self Defence training uses real situation scenarios relevant to the teens daily lives. We listen to teens in order to design and incorporate routines that they want to learn.
What can Karate do for you?
No More Intimidation!
We will give you usable skills that will translate to real-life situations.
This includes how to manage and deescalate threats posed by bullying behaviours.
Our Classes
Our combined traditional karate and practical self defence training is a great way for teens to get active, improve their confidence, learn how to control emotions, and develop their fitness and strength.
Students will build lasting friendships with their peers who have a common goal – to get fit and be able to defend themselves.
The combination of karate and self defence training empowers our teens to feel safe, mentally fit, confident and strong. The classes instill respect, teamwork, improved social skills, active listening, and co-ordination.
Our Studio
Shudokan Karate and Self Defence classes for teens are held in a Martial Arts and Boxing Studio in the West Lindfield Community Hall.
We train on professional martial arts mats and have access to lots of equipment including hanging bags, focus mitts, punch shields, skipping ropes, balance cushions, hand weights, slam balls, resistance bands, and footwork ladders.
The studio is air-conditioned for comfortable training sessions and also has convenient onsite parking.
The Shudokan Karate Team
Our Senior Instructor Sensei Joe started his formal martial arts training in his early teens and continues to train to this day. He has accomplished his qualifications in various disciplines by consistently building his knowledge, experience, and technical expertise through his training.
His teaching has a strong focus on the application of self defence, self development and preservation enhanced through his intensive training and testing with several renowned experts from around the world. His easy-going nature and genuine passion for teaching martial arts make it easy for students to learn the basics and progress to mastering the finer points of self defence techniques.
Our Traditional Karate Instructor Sensei Dylan was taught by our Principal. He is a qualified High School teacher with a bright and engaging personality. His techniques are razor-sharp, quick, and effective.
Our Founder
Sensei founded Karate for Kids in 1991, shortly after attaining her first black belt (Shodan). The curriculum evolved over the years, always underpinned by the traditions of Okinawan Goju Ryu karate. Sensei adapted her teaching style for each generation of students, catering to their unique needs, resulting in Karate for Kids being a progressive and successful dojo. As Karate for Kids students became teens, it made sense to divide the dojo and form Shudokan Karate in addition to Karate for Kids. Shudokan translates to “the hall for the study of the way of karate” or “a Karate-do Dojo”.
Sensei’s philosophy is to be humble, providing credit and recognition to others. This legacy is one she would like to leave for future generations of Karate Ka.
Enrolment and Fees
Joining Shudokan Karate is simple and easy! Once you’ve decided to join us all you need to do is complete our online enrolment form. once we have all your information we’ll be in touch with next steps.