This programme is designed to provide families with a structured yet enjoyable introduction to Wado Ryu Karate, combining traditional karate syllabus elements with a welcoming and engaging training atmosphere. Whether for beginners or those seeking to progress in their martial arts journey, this programme focuses on discipline, fitness, and the core values of respect, confidence, and teamwork.

Programme Goals

• Learn and apply traditional Wado Ryu Karate techniques in a dojo environment.
• Develop self-defence skills suitable for all ages.
• Improve fitness, coordination, and flexibility while training.
• Promote respect, confidence, and family bonding through martial arts.
• Progress through belt rankings while following a structured syllabus.

Programme Structure

🟢 Beginners (White to Yellow Belt)

• Basic stances, strikes, and blocks
• Introduction to kihon (fundamental techniques)
• Simple kumite (sparring) drills to build reaction speed
• First kata (Pinan Nidan) – movement patterns and discipline
• Fun partner exercises promoting teamwork and confidence

🔵 Intermediate (Orange to Green Belt)

• Refining kihon & kumite techniques
• Stronger emphasis on timing, distance, and movement control
• Learning Pinan Shodan and Pinan Sandan kata
• Self-defence applications based on Wado Ryu principles
• Increasing fitness & endurance through structured drills

🟠 Advanced (Blue Belt & Above)

• Complex kumite drills improving agility and strategy
• Kata progression – Pinan Yondan and Pinan Godan
• Introduction to soft blocking and redirection techniques
• Applying Wado Ryu’s tai sabaki (body shifting) for fluid movement
• Advanced self-defence strategies and sparring practice