At Belen Goju Ryu, we teach traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate - a system of karate developed by Chojun Miyagi in Okinawa. All classes are taught by Sensei Richard and Cindy Long, 6th Degree Black Belts in Goju Ryu. Sensei Richard and Cindy continue their own personal training under the world renowned Kimo Wall Sensei, founder of Kodokan Goju Ryu Karate. Students also learn a number of classical kata from other systems of karate as well as Chinese White Crane. Our students gain a well rounded knowledge of disciplines important to the development of any good martial artist including:
* Non-violent Conflict Management Skills
* Strength, Balance, Coordination, Speed, and Power Development
* Values: Courtesy, Respect, Citizenship
* Traditional Kata & Weapons Program
* Free-Sparring & Tournament Sparring
* Effective Self Defense Skills
* Tournament Competition Available - Not Required
