Central Coast Goju-Kai Karate - About

At Central Coast Goju-Kai Karate (CCGK) we teach Traditional Goju Ryu ('Hard-Soft' Style) Karate which is one of the oldest and most popular forms of Karate ('Empty Hand') originating from Okinawa and mainland Japan.

We are proud to be part of the Japanese International Karate Goju-Kai Association (IKGA) which opened branch Dojos in Australia over 50 years ago. Since then we have had continued direct lineage to the founding Yamaguchi family through our senior Australian-based Shihan, including Paul and Sandie Starling; Brian Mackie; Mark Burton; plus other senior NSW Sensei including Rick Burton (for links to affiliated websites – click here).

We have two fabulous Dojos (Training Halls) in the Central Coast. Our Hombu (main) Dojo is in Wamberal and our second Dojo is in Kincumber. The Hombu Dojo is well established and first opened its doors over 30 years ago. We have affiliated Dojos in all Australian States (including two Dojos in Sydney) with many more throughout the World.

People learn Martial Arts for many reasons, some learn as a requirement of their job; others learn for self-defence; or because they want to be better equipped to deal with what modern society may throw at them; some people study the Martial Arts for cultural reasons such as understanding the Japanese traditions and philosophies, or for the preservation of an ancient fighting system such as Karate 'Empty Hand'.

. Fun... Karate is the most fun you can have on two legs!

. Effective 'Self Defence' in a SAFE and controlled environment with SEMI contact techniques.