Goshin Ryu Karate – Brisbane is a sports club located in Brisbane, Australia. With over 50 years of experience, it is recognised worldwide as a leader in Karate and Self Defence instruction for Men, Women, and Children.
The club prides itself on its highly qualified team of instructors, led by the renowned Dr Richard Bradford, the founder and head instructor of Goshin Ryu Karate. Dr Bradford is a 9th Dan master with nearly 60 years of martial arts training. He holds an Australian Government recognised Diploma of Coaching and has served as Australia's National Karate Coach from 1977 to 1993. Dr Bradford has also been involved in the film industry, having worked alongside Bruce Lee in movies such as 'World of Kung Fu' and 'Kung Fu Killers' in the early 70s.
Under Dr Bradford's guidance, Goshin Ryu Karate has produced numerous world champions, making it one of the most successful karate schools in the Oceania and South East Asian region. In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Dr Bradford has been instrumental in the development of children's and family Karate programmes around the world. Currently, he is expanding the Goshin Ryu Karate system in China and serves as the technical director to both the Chinese National Karate and Olympic Taekwondo teams.
Goshin Ryu Karate – Brisbane offers classes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. The club maintains a directory of Karate clubs on its website, enabling members to find the closest Goshin Ryu Dojo in their area. The club has dojos in various locations in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and China.
The ultimate aim of Karate, as stated by Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan Karate, is the perfection of one's character. Goshin Ryu Karate – Brisbane embodies this philosophy and strives to instil discipline, respect, and self-control in its members while also fostering physical fitness and self-defence skills.
To become a member of Goshin Ryu Karate – Brisbane, individuals can register on their website for free. Membership provides access to various benefits and resources offered by the club. Whether you are a beginner looking to start your journey in Karate or an experienced practitioner seeking to further your skills, Goshin Ryu Karate – Brisbane welcomes you to join their community and experience the benefits of this ancient martial art.