Studying the art of Karate means different things to each individual. What often starts out as just a bit of fun, can become a journey of physical and mental self-development. Under the guidance of our trained Sensei, traditional techniques perfected by generations of Japanese masters can help improve your overall fitness, body strength, speed and agility. Core to the Wado Ryu style is development of principle virtues such as respect, self-control and discipline that ultimately lead to a better understanding of ourselves and our full potential.

Karate is used to great effect across the world to promote a positive lifestyle and is a powerful development tool for adults and children. At Kiryoku we offer regular structured training aimed at all levels of student and make no discrimination on sex, colour, class or creed. We promote acceptance and respect for all our members.

WEEKLY TRAINING CLASSES

Dojo: Cregagh Community Centre
Time: Saturday 14:30 – 15:30
Class: All grades and ages

Dojo: Cregagh Community Centre
Time: Sunday 14:00 – 15:00
Class: All grades and ages
** First of every month is Kata squad training.

Beginners are always welcome, but we request that all new junior students be a minumim of 7 years old. Many children find it beneficial to have parents take part.

STUDENT GRADING

Student progress at Kiryoku is recognised with a series of coloured belts. Each belt is issued upon successful completion of a grading test. Belt colour gives students a clear means of progressing through the ranks, and provides a useful guide on how overall technique is improving.
Students are initially ranked in Kyu grades beginning at 10th Kyu (white belt) and will be encouraged to ascend all the Kyu ranks and work towards achieving black belt (1st Dan). At this level karateka are considered ‘expert’ beginners and are ready to begin the long journey of ascending the Dan rankings. All Dan grades (1st to 10th) are represented with a black belt.

Gradings are used to test a student’s knowledge of the three core karate disciplines – Kihon, Kata and Kumite. Details of the individual techniques required for Kyu grades are as follows:

10th Kyu – White (awarded on membership)
9th Kyu – Red (juniors only)
8th Kyu – Yellow
7th Kyu – Orange
6th Kyu – Green
5th Kyu – Blue
4th Kyu – Purple
3rd Kyu – Brown 1
2nd Kyu – Brown 2
1st Kyu – Brown 3