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CURRICULUM & CLASSES

Our Training Programs

Children's Classes

Specially tailored for kids aged 5 to 11. Focuses on motor skills coordination, discipline, listening skills, basic self-defense, and character building in a fun, positive environment.

Adult & Teen Classes

For ages 12 and above. Incorporates high-energy conditioning, advanced combat techniques, core flexibility, self-confidence, stress relief, and practical street-wise self-defense.

Black Belt Programme

Advanced classes reserved for brown and black belts. Focuses on classical Okinawan forms, deep breathing katas (Sanchin & Tensho), advanced Bunkai, and instructor qualification.

Competition Training

High-intensity competition preparation focusing on WKF rules for Kata (forms) and Kumite (sparring). Designed for athletes representing KAJ in national and international arenas.

Self Defence & Bunkai

Learn the practical applications (Bunkai) of traditional Goju Ryu katas. Covers joint locks, takedowns, pressure points, and situational awareness drills for real-world survival.

Fitness & Conditioning

Strengthen your body to support your martial arts training. Emphasizes core stability, cardiorespiratory endurance, plyometrics, explosive power, and flexibility.

BELT SYSTEM

Belt Ranking System

Our ranking system strictly follows the official technical curriculum guidelines of the All Japan Karate-Do Federation Gojukai (JKF Gojukai).

Rank (Kyu/Dan) Belt Color Focus & Syllabus Overview
10th & 9th Kyu White Belt Introduction to Dojo etiquette, basic stances (Shizentai, Heiko dachi), basic blocks (Uke), and punches (Tsuki).
8th Kyu Yellow Belt Prescribed stance work (Sanchin dachi), basic kicks (Mae geri), and the first traditional kata: Gekisai Dai Ichi.
7th Kyu Orange Belt Advanced stance work (Zenkutsu dachi), combination strikes, and mastery of Gekisai Dai Ni kata.
6th & 5th Kyu Green Belt Deep combat stances (Shiko dachi), dynamic blocks, basic sparring drills (Yakusoku Kumite), and Saifa kata.
4th Kyu Blue Belt Introduction to free sparring (Jiyu Kumite), advanced combinations, breathing control, and Seiyunchin kata.
3rd to 1st Kyu Brown Belt Deep study of Kata Bunkai, tactical kumite drills, assistant teaching, and traditional katas: Shisochin & Sanseru.
1st Dan + Black Belt (Dan) Mastery of classical Goju Ryu (Sepai, Kururunfa, Seisan, Suparinpei). Deep breathing mastery in Sanchin and Tensho. Assumes leadership & instruction.

Our International Karate Connection


International technical development is an important part of the philosophy and direction of KAJ Goju Ryu Karate-Do Sri Lanka.

We practice and develop JKF Gojukai Karate while maintaining our training and development through our association with Goju Ryu Karate-Do Seiwakai.

Through these international connections, Sensei Damith Bandara continues to update and develop the technical standards, knowledge, and training methods of KAJ Goju Ryu Karate-Do Sri Lanka. This enables our instructors and students to remain connected with the international development of Goju Ryu Karate-Do while preserving its traditional Japanese principles and values.

Through international seminars, specialized training, technical exchanges, and interaction with experienced international instructors and masters, we continuously strive to maintain and improve the standard of Karate-Do practiced within our organization.

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