Introduction to Goju-Ryu Karate

What is Goju-Ryu?

Goju-Ryu, meaning “hard-soft,” is a classical Okinawan martial art that blends powerful strikes with flowing, circular movements. It is both an effective system of self-defense and a path to deeper self-awareness. This balance of opposites — tension and relaxation, strength and sensitivity — is at the heart of everything we do.

What You’ll Learn:

Physical Conditioning: Taiso Daruma, a dynamic method developed by martial artists and health professionals, Taiso Daruma builds functional strength, flexibility, and mobility, preparing the body for martial training and everyday life. Kata (Forms): Structured sequences that teach technique, breathing, and visualization. Kata is more than movement — it’s a moving meditation that reveals the rhythm and logic behind each self-defense principle. Partner Drills: Learn how kata translates to real-world defense through paired exercises that develop timing, control, and awareness.

Beyond Technique: This training is not just about combat—it’s about personal growth.Through disciplined movement, breath, and mental focus, Goju-Ryu cultivates confidence, emotional balance, and resilience. Roy’s book KARATE: Beneath The Surface explores these deeper aspects further, reflecting on the spiritual and emotional foundations of traditional martial arts.

Who This Is For: Whether you’re new to martial arts or returning to deepen your practice, this program is for anyone seeking:• A grounded, traditional martial art• Practical self-defense skills• A holistic approach to physical and mental well-being• A deeper connection to a centuries-old tradition.

Begin Your Journey
You’re welcome here if you’re ready to explore martial arts as a lifelong journey, not just a collection of techniques.
Train with intention. Move with purpose. Grow from the inside out.
About the Instructor
Led by Roy Kamen, a ninth-degree black belt in Traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate, this program draws from a direct lineage to the art’s founder, Chojun Miyagi, through his senior student Seikichi Toguchi. Roy’s decades of experience offer students a rare opportunity to study an authentic, holistic form of martial arts.