Over 50 years in Canada!
Our dojo is at Yorkson Creek Middle School in Langley
In 1972, under the direction of Kaicho Seikichi Toguchi (founder of Shorei-kan goju ryu karate), Tomoaki Koyabu Sensei brought Shorei-kan karate to Canada. Today, Koyabu Sensei continues practicing and teaching karate in the Greater Vancouver area. He is still in close contact with Langley dojo and visits to share his karate practice and philosophy with us. Thank you Koyabu Sensei for all you have done!
Our dojo is at Yorkson Creek Middle School in Langley
In 1972, under the direction of Kaicho Seikichi Toguchi (founder of Shorei-kan goju ryu karate), Tomoaki Koyabu Sensei brought Shorei-kan karate to Canada. Today, Koyabu Sensei continues practicing and teaching karate in the Greater Vancouver area. He is still in close contact with Langley dojo and visits to share his karate practice and philosophy with us. Thank you Koyabu Sensei for all you have done!
We are a not-for-profit club. Our club fees cover basic school rental, liability insurance, and other sundry needs. Between our four senior instructors there is over 100 years of teaching experience and we are all volunteers. You won't find this combination of passion, expertise, and quality instruction with such low monthly fees (only $40/month) anywhere else!
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Koyabu Tomoaki Hanshi
Thank you for bringing Shoreikan Goju Ryu karate to Canada in 1972 and continuing to teach today! |
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Age and ability appropriate classes
We have a wide range of ages, physical abilities, and skill levels amongst our members. Individuals are encouraged to participate to the best of their personal abilities and needs. All partner interactions and subjects are structured, predictable, and controlled. We do not use "free-sparring" as a form of practice. Toguchi Kaicho (originator of Shoreikan) believed strongly that free sparring was detrimental to learning proper technique and attitude for true karate development. CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPTING NEW REGISTRATIONS FOR AGES 15 AND UP. If you wish your child to be placed on the waitlist for registration under 15 years of age, please go to the contact page and email us. 
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What is Shorei kan goju ryu karate do?The following translations help to put it altogether:
Hence, the name "Shorei kan goju ryu karate do" speaks to how this karate style is utilized in a practical fighting sense as well as how one can apply its principles in everyday real-life. It is a way of conducting oneself at all times. |
Why learn a traditional
Okinawan martial art?
There are plenty of martial arts schools and options available in our communities. Why is Shorei Kan Goju Ryu traditional Okinawan Karate a beneficial thing to learn? Purpose. The purpose of traditional Okinawan martial arts is to improve both the individual and interactions between individuals, i.e., how we treat each other; ultimately leading to the betterment of society. While fighting and the ability to protect oneself are the primary functions of all martial arts, Okinawan karate has this self-defence focus but also looks to make communities better places to live; politeness and respect (Shorei) are fundamental keys to this function. At Shorei Kan Langley we also emphasize practicing kindness in our day-to-day lives. We have authentic and direct roots to Okinawan originators (there were several); in particular, Chojun Miyagi who was the originator of goju (hard-soft) karate and Seikichi Toguchi, who is the father of Shorei Kan.
Our heritage/provenance is: K. Higaonna > C. Miyagi > S. Toguchi > T. Koyabu > Langley black belts. Come let us show you the way!
Our heritage/provenance is: K. Higaonna > C. Miyagi > S. Toguchi > T. Koyabu > Langley black belts. Come let us show you the way!
There are many other reasons why people would benefit from studying Shorei kan goju ryu karate. The style is suitable for all ages and ranges of abilities (both innate and learned.) People typically have personal reasons why they are interested in taking on a fitness program or learning a martial art so it's not possible to list all of the benefits here on the webpage. Feel free to come by during a class to meet with one of our instructors and discuss what you might gain by joining our karate club. As a non-profit club, all instructors volunteer their time and passion – we are only interested in the personal growth of our members.
Self DefenceAt the root of all martial arts is learning how to defend oneself should the need arise. The goal is to train through repetition, various movements so they become ingrained in the body's muscle memory. The mind can become "open" and more aware rather than be stressed by the circumstances. When trained over time the movements become reflexive and can be applied when needed.
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Appropriate fitnessIn the course of training we utilize a wide range of movements and exercises to improve: strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, coordination, agility, etc. While some individuals are very fit and others may experience physical challenges, each person can participate in the classes and exercises as it suits their level and ability. Hence, it is suitable for all ages, physical statures, fitness levels, etc.
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Real Life SkillsAs you become more familiar with the principles of goju and the underlying philosophies, you will have opportunities to apply some of them into your everyday interactions at home and work or in the community.
From a safety perspective, you will learn how "awareness" of your surroundings can also help both at home and abroad. |