Okinawa Gojuryu Karatedo
Jundokan HK Branch
沖縄剛柔流空手道 順道館香港支部
New class in Fortress Hill
(new!)
New class in Mid-Levels (new!)
Japan Autumn Festival
About
ABOUT JUNDOKAN HK
Jundokan Hong Kong is an official branch of the Jundokan So-Honbu Dojo in Okinawa, Japan.
The So-Honbu (総本部 / headquarter) Dojo was founded by Eiichi Miyazato, a senior student of Chojun Miyagi, the founder of Goju-ryu (剛柔流).
Goju-ryu, "hard-soft style" in Japanese, is one of the main traditional Okinawan styles of karate, featuring a combination of hard and soft techniques. These techniques come from the famous martial arts book (Bubishi / 武備志) used by Okinawan masters during the 19th and 20th centuries.
It implements soft circular blocking techniques in combination with powerful counter-strikes, such as kicks and close hand punches with softer open hand circular techniques for attacking, blocking, and controlling the opponent, including joint locks, grappling, take-downs, and throws.
Our dojo places strong emphasis on traditional techniques taught by the great masters. We focus on Kihon (基本 / basic), Kata (型 / a series of standardized movements or forms) and Bunkai (分解 / breaking down kata to analyse each elements/techniques). We also practice Hojo Undo (補助運動 / supplementary exercise with tools). Majority of karate dojo in Hong Kong are teaching Sundome rules only (寸止め / stopping a technique just prior to contact), but we can practice both dynamic sports karate (light touch) and traditional karate passing on knowledge from Chojun Miyagi sensei.
Ranking examinations are done every 3-4 months for qualified members. Members can participate in karate competitions held inside and outside of HK every year. Members can also practice at the So-Honbu Dojo in Okinawa or participate in the Jundokan international seminars overseas.
Visit here for our So-Honbu Dojo website to learn about Jundokan history.
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PRINCIPLES OF OUR DOJO
Character development
Endeavor to excel
Respect
Integrity
Self-Discipline
(and of course, safety!)
Dojo Kun (5 precepts) / 道場訓
一、人格完成に努めること
First - Seek perfection of character
一、礼儀を重んずること
First - Respect yourself and each other
一、血気の勇を戒めること
First - Refrain from impetuous and violent behavior
一、努力の精神を養うこと
First - Endeavor to excel
一、誠の道を守ること
First - Be faithful and sincere
Sensei
Sensei Dick Chan
HK branch head
Sensei Dick Chan is a 6th degree black belt (master) certified by the Grand Master Yoshihiro Miyazato (Head of Okinawa Jundokan). He has been studying Gojuryu Karate since 1984. Dick is a responsible Karatedo teacher with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 30 years of teaching experience. Passion for education, especially sports science for adults. Motivated, enthusiastic educator with a strong desire to foster a cohesive student learning atmosphere.
Brian Wong is a 2nd degree black belt certified by the Jundokan So-Honbu Dojo. He has been practicing Karate for ten years and especially appreciate the Okinawan traditional training method as well as understanding Kata applications. This is why he chose Gojuryu to explore the world of karate. Throughout the formal Karate training, he learned not only Kata and its meanings, but his body and mind also got stronger everyday.
Brian is also an international certificated personal trainer and always willing to assist students to achieve training goal with the most efficient and safest method.
Brian Wong
Co-instructor
Dojo locations
Central Dojo
Intelligent Fitness Gym
1/F Tung Ming Building, 40-42 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong
(1 minute walk from MTR Central Station exit C)
Saturdays 15:00-17:00 (Adult class - 12 years old and above)
Sheung Wan Dojo
Hollywood Terrace clubhouse - 3/F, 123 Hollywood Rd, Central, Hong Kong Island
(2 minutes walk from MTR Sheung Wan Station exit A, entrance from Queen's road central)
Thursdays 19:30 - 21:30 (Adult class - 12 years old and above))
Fortress Hill Karate Dojo
***Children's and Youth Classes Now Recruiting New Students***
Karate education can cultivate excellent character traits in children. In Japan, karate classes for preschool children are part of life education, helping to cultivate resilience, obedience, courtesy, and a sense of honor—collectively known as excellent character traits.
Karate is a full-body offensive and defensive skill. It teaches children and teenagers how to use their bodies effectively to protect themselves from external forces, and cultivates composure and confidence through practice.
The course provides safe and fun instruction, improves students' physical health, teaches them how to concentrate, and fosters values such as obedience and respect for teachers. Please feel free to contact us if you need further information.
<Time> Sundays 10:00 - 11:00
<Address> Room 902, Block A, Harbour View Building, 2 Watson Road, Fortress Hill (3-minute walk from Fortress Hill MTR Station Exit A)
Suitable for children aged 5-12. Beginners and experienced learners are both welcome to participate.
9427 0893 (Chan sensei)
Mid-Levels Dojo
The Jewish Community Center
One Robinson Place, 70 Robinson Road, Mid-Levels
Tuesdays 16:30 - 17:30 (Kids class)
Little Ninja class details (TBA)
Private lessons available outside of Dojo schedule on requests.