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We are an Okinawan style of Karate based on the techniques of the Southern Shaolin temple of China. Incorporated into our style are the aspects of physical, mental, and spiritual arts, each of which are vital elements in every part of our training.

Physically, we are not only a style which incorporates striking and kicking, but also an art which places a great deal of importance on the more traditional grappling, throwing, Kata (forms), and pressure point (system based on 108 vital striking points) attributes of Karate. We also train in Yamaneryu Kobudo (traditional weaponry) and are versatile in various different weapons.

Spiritually, our style follows precepts of Zen Buddhism, and use Meditation and Koans to develop our students mental awareness.

We also encourage our students to research independently, and along side our instructors, into the history, origins, and mythology of the martial arts.

As such, we are a very open-minded style whose goal is the further learning and promotion of the traditional arts.

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	Kata / Bunkaijutsu Photo courtesy of Matthew Spoljarevic Shoreijiryu Rochedale Dojo
Tuite / Kyushojutsu Photo courtesy of Matthew Spoljarevic Shoreijiryu Rochedale Dojo
	Yamaneryu Kobudo Photo courtesy of International Ryukyu Karate Research Society
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	Photo Gallery Photo courtesy of Matthew Spoljarevic Shoreijiryu Rochedale Dojo

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