Doryoku Ryu Karate

Doryoku Ryu, takes pride in teaching traditional Okinawan Karate, an art that translates to “Empty hand,” primarily focused on self-protection. However, Karate offers numerous benefits that go beyond physical techniques.

Our training emphasises self-protection techniques, teaching students to punch, kick, block, lock, and grapple. Importantly, we instil the understanding that the best self-protection comes from avoiding trouble and physical confrontation altogether.

Beyond self-protection, Karate serves as an excellent activity with a range of additional advantages for students and practitioners:

• Fitness: Our training enhances flexibility, mobility, and serves as an effective calorie-burning activity.
• Confidence: Active participation, goal-setting, meeting new people, and training in a positive environment contribute to improved confidence.
• Coordination: Learning a martial art involves learning patterns and combinations of techniques that enhance coordination, reactions, and reflexes.
• Discipline: We foster an encouraging but disciplined learning environment, where students follow rules, consider others, and adhere to etiquette and traditions. This cultivates courtesy and self-control.

Karate training offers more than just physical exercise. Karate is an engaging activity that carries a rich history and tradition, making it a unique and intriguing pursuit for individuals of all ages.

We welcome you to start training and experience the transformative power of Traditional Okinawan Karate and unlock a world of self-improvement and personal growth.