Ridge Dojo

04/09/2026

Our third annual Spring Gashuku is almost here
To sign up for the Spring Gashuku:
https://forms.gle/PNwpkaBuswx8Ee3m9

12/08/2026

17/06/2026

The Society has gone global.

The strength of any organisation is not measured by how many people it can gather, but by the quality, experience and diversity of the practitioners who stand together under a common purpose.

Today the Karate-jutsu Dojo Society is proud to be associated with martial artists and instructors from across the globe, bringing together different cultures, experiences, and approaches to training.

Countries Represented:
South Africa
England
Costa Rica
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
India
Germany
United States of America (USA)

Systems & Styles Represented:
Karate-jutsu
Isshin-ryu
Goju-ryu
Shotokan
Shudokan
Kyokushin
Kempo
Kickboxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
Krav Maga
Western Combatives / Self-Defense

While our methods may differ, we are united by the same principles.... continuous learning, mutual respect, practical skill development, and the preservation and advancement of martial knowledge.

Different countries, different traditions, different training methods. Yet all contribute to a richer understanding of the martial arts and the realities of self-protection.

The Karate-jutsu Dojo Society values diversity of experience and believes that there is always something to learn from dedicated practitioners, regardless of style, system or nationality.

Building bridges, not barriers. Learning from each other, not competing for titles. Growing stronger together through shared knowledge and mutual respect.

03/06/2026

https://youtu.be/1OEA3wnh58o
New short is up

23/04/2026

Another short video for this week:

Heian Yondan Short

02/04/2026

Pretoria
Ridge Dojo
Kata & Self-Defense
Physical & Mental Conditioning
Chris Van Vuuren Sensei
0732408292

02/04/2026

New video up, just in time for Easter:

This video explores the Shotokan Kata Hein Shodan at what is called level 1. Level 1 is simply where you learn the basci movements of the kata and is meant t...