Description: The English Goju-Ryu Karate-do Association (EGKA) led by Sensei Ernie Molyneux. This site contains useful informaton for EGKA members and details of forthcoming martial arts and karate training events across England during 2024
The EGKA is a non-profit making karate association dedicated to teaching the traditional Okinawan martial art of Goju-Ryu Karate in England. We have 30 karate dojos in England and over 1200 active members. Led by Chief Instructor Sensei Ernie Molyneux (IOGKF 8th Dan), our association promotes a high standard of teaching Goju Ryu Karate through our network of qualified and very experienced karate instructors.
We have a full 2023 programme of local and regional training and competitions events for our existing members. For new members, Goju Ryu karate is a proven and effective martial arts fighting system that is open to all ages and abilities. If you are looking for something really interesting and captivating to occupy your leisure time, try out a free trial lesson at one of our many dojos . You will discover a fascinating martial arts discipline that will improve your self-confidence, fitness and co-ordination
Choosing the right martial art is an important decision for the newcomer, and there are many to choose from. Some styles focus on competition fighting. Others have more in common with dance aerobics. Goju Ryu is an unarmed (karate literally means empty hand) fighting system that teaches strikes, throws, locks and ground grappling techniques. Although a Goju Ryu black belt certainly means the wearer can defend themselves, this is too shallow a reason to explain why so many students devote years of training t
South West London Karate – Traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate-do