Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo is a sports club located in Wollongong, Australia. With over 2 million practitioners worldwide, this club has produced numerous State, National, and World Champions. They are dedicated to teaching the values and techniques of true karate, emphasising real-world self-defence skills and traditional karate rather than just sports martial arts.
The instructors at Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo focus on teaching their students scenario-based competencies, specifically designed to defend against common street attacks. They believe that many techniques deemed illegal in sports martial arts are the ones most commonly used in real-life situations. They prioritise practical self-defence skills that can be applied in real-world scenarios.
Established in the early 1970s by Shihan H. Alenaddaf, Kan Zen Ryu Karate has a long-standing tradition in Wollongong. The Figtree Dojo continues this legacy by offering training in traditional karate and real-world self-defence techniques. They welcome students ages 7 and up, regardless of previous experience or fitness level.
Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo emphasises personal development along with physical training. As each student progresses at their own pace, all aspects of teaching are introduced gradually. Students can expect to improve their technique, fitness, strength, and flexibility through guided and sustainable training.
Character development is a crucial aspect of Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo's teachings. Their grading system encourages personal growth by emphasising fundamental skills such as respect, discipline, courtesy, and honesty. They believe that these values are just as important as physical technique in becoming a well-rounded karate practitioner.
The club is proud to introduce their instructors: Senpai Rick De-Oliveira, Kyoshi Tyraus Farrelly, and Senpai Will Searle. These experienced and dedicated instructors strive to create a positive and supportive training environment for all students.
If you are interested in joining Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo or learning more about their programmes, you can contact them through their website or social media. They offer two free trial lessons for newcomers to experience the training firsthand.
Kan Zen Ryu Karate Figtree Dojo is located at the Function Hall, Croatian Catholic Centre, 7 Bellevue Rd, Figtree, NSW. They can be reached via phone at 0414. 767. 389 or email at info@kanzenryukarate.
com. au. They offer classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a kids karate class from 5:30pm to 6:30pm and an advanced class from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Visitors from other styles are welcome to train at the dojo, fostering a spirit of friendship and learning.