● Traditional Shotokan Karate · Est. 2015

Build Strength. Master Focus. Live With Discipline.

Traditional Funakoshi Shotokan Karate in Sunninghill and Kyalami. Expert instruction for children, teens, and adults—fostering confidence, respect, practical self-defense, and fitness for life.

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Funakoshi Shotokan Lineage

4th Dan Senior Instructors

Kids, Teens & Adults

Championship Medallists

Protea Colours

Sunninghill Shotokan

The Way of the Empty Hand

Training character, discipline, and practical martial art skills since 2015.

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Programs & Classes

Martial Arts Training for Every Stage

Whether introducing a child to discipline and coordination, or mastering advanced Kata and Kumite, our dojo provides a structured, supportive pathway.

Ages 5 to 12

Junior Tigers Karate

Build confidence, agility, attention span, and anti-bullying awareness in a structured, high-energy, and encouraging environment.

Focus, discipline & listening skills
Coordination, balance & motor skills
White to Green belt progression
Safe, non-violent conflict resolution

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Teens & Adults

Senior & Adult Karate

Comprehensive traditional Shotokan training focusing on powerful Kihon (basics), intricate Kata (forms), and controlled Kumite (sparring).

Practical self-defense application
Functional strength, stamina & flexibility
Green to Black belt technical syllabus
Stress relief and mental resilience

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Elite & Weapons

Tournament & Weapons

Specialized coaching for students aiming for national selection, ICO World Championships, and traditional Kobudo (weapons) mastery.

World-level tournament preparation
Traditional Bo Weapons forms
South African Protea representation path

Our Achievements

Chief Instructors & Leadership

Sunninghill Shotokan Karate is led by Sensei Rajen Moodley (4th Dan) and Sensei Nad Naicker (4th Dan). Our dojo provides authentic Funakoshi style Shotokan Karate training that fosters character, physical fitness, mental discipline, and practical self-defense. Senseis and students of the dojo have been medallists at various tournaments and have also gone on to represent South Africa.

30+ Years Experience

4th Dan Chief Instructors

Est. 2015 Dojo Tradition

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Dojo Instructors

Sensei Rajen Moodley

Founder & Junior Class Instructor

4th Dan Shotokan Karate

Sensei Nad Naicker

Senior Class Instructor

4th Dan · Protea Colours · ICO Medallist

“Karate is not about defeating others; it is about overcoming your own weaknesses and cultivating respect, focus, and indomitable spirit.”

Core Philosophy

The Dojo Kun

Handed down by Master Gichin Funakoshi, the five guiding principles of Shotokan Karate-Do govern our conduct inside and outside the dojo. Every principle begins with "Hitotsu" (first or one), reminding us that all five are equally paramount.

Funakoshi Tradition

The ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants.

Seek perfection of character

Jinkaku Kansei Ni Tsutomeru Koto

Be faithful and sincere

Makoto No Michi Wo Mamoru Koto

Endeavor and persevere

Doryoku No Seishin Wo Yashinau Koto

Respect others and maintain etiquette

Reigi Wo Omonzuru Koto

Refrain from violent behavior & control temper

Kekki No Yu Wo Imashimuru Koto

Dojo Timetables

Dojo Schedules & Venues

We operate across two training dojos, our main dojo in Sunninghill and through our partner Warrior Wellness Studio in Kyalami. Claim two complimentary trial classes to find your fit.