BUILD FITNESS & CONFIDENCE
Traditional karate + modern self defence
Want to get fit physically and mentally?
At Shudokan Karate we combine ancient traditional karate and modern practical self defence.
Looking for a fun, dynamic, and inclusive sport? Shudokan Karate welcomes beginners from 13+ 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.
Shudokan Karate accepts the NSW Govt Active Kids voucher.
Want to get fit physically and mentally?
At Shudokan Karate we combine ancient traditional karate and modern practical self defence.
Looking for a fun, dynamic, and inclusive sport? Shudokan Karate welcomes beginners from 13+ 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.
Shudokan Karate accepts the NSW Govt Active Kids voucher.
What can Karate do for you?
No More Intimidation!
At Shudokan Karate, our practical self defence training will give you the confidence to stand up to bullying and 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.
Our Founder
Our founder, Sensei Caroline, commenced karate in 1983 under the instruction of Sensei Len Resnekov. Her dedication and love of the practice of karate, and particularly the kata, resulted in numerous medals and trophies from various nationwide competitions.
Sensei Caroline 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.