Gisborne & Romsey Sh*to Ryu Karate

Gisborne & Romsey Sh*to Ryu Karate Karate is an indigenous martial art of Japan. With the literal meaning of 'Empty Hand'. She also has a 4th Dan in Okinawan Kobudo (Weapons - Bo, Sai, etc.)

About Us:
Gisborne is a family friendly Karate school (Dojo) for students of all ages and skill levels. We train in the gym at the New Gisborne Primary School, just off Ferrier Road, New Gisborne. About the Instructors:
Sensei Marlene (5th Dan) has been training in Sh*to Ryu Karate for over 20 years and has been teaching for much of that time in Gisborne. Sensei Robbie - bio to come. About the Sty

le:
Sh*to-ryu was founded by Kenwa Mabuni (1889-1952) in 1928 and was influenced directly by both Naha-te and Shuri-te. The name Sh*to is constructively derived from the combination of the Japanese characters of Mabuni's teachers' names - Ankoh Itosu and Kanryo Higaonna. Sh*to-ryu schools use a large number of kata, about fifty, and is characterized by an emphasis on power in the execution of techniques.

Romsey Kobudo Just a little bit of Sai kata
12/06/2026

Romsey Kobudo
Just a little bit of Sai kata

05/06/2026

"It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop."

We all train karate for different reasons. Some train for self-protection, others for fitness, mobility, flexibility, discipline, confidence, preserving tradition, personal growth, or simply the sense of community found within the dojo.

The reality is that we are all limited by our current physical abilities, our age, our injuries, our responsibilities, and our understanding of what karate truly is. No two journeys are the same.

Everyone moves through life at their own pace. Comparing yourself to others serves little purpose. Instead focus on your own progress, however small it may seem.

A step forward is still a step forward. Keep learning, keep improving and keep moving. Most importantly, do not stop. Karate is not a race.... It's a lifelong journey.

08/05/2026
19/04/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone back at training this week

06/03/2026

True 😎
Stay... Learning KARATE

04/03/2026
30/01/2026

BTB Martial Arts & Fitness Centre has been operating in Centreway for 27 years and in conjunction with the Mediterranean Fiesta will be holding an Open Day.

So while you explore all the incredible stalls on offer come upstairs and meet some of our incredible Instructors, tour the dojo, join in on some of the classes/demos we will have running and take advantage of our Introductory Offer (with a FREE uniform) on the day.

With Karate classes from 4 years of age there’s something for everyone!!

See you there

28/01/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone back at training on Wednesday 4 th February at New Gisborne Dojo and Thursday 5 th February at Romsey Dojo

13/12/2025

Wishing everyone a very safe and happy holiday season

Looking forward to seeing everyone back at training on Wednesday 4 th February at New Gisbourne Dojo and Thursday 5 th at Romsey Dojo.

Congratulations are in order for Hunter, Alex, Evan, James, Wayne, James, and Luke on their promotion to the next level....
28/11/2025

Congratulations are in order for Hunter, Alex, Evan, James, Wayne, James, and Luke on their promotion to the next level.
Well done.

Address

Cnr Ferrier & Station Rds
Gisborne, VIC
3437

Opening Hours

Wednesday 7pm - 8pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Telephone

0402149717

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