Whakatāne Budo Academy
Shugyo Dojo
Shugyo is a community-focused dojo committed to preserving traditional martial arts values while making training accessible to modern students. We welcome beginners and experienced practitioners alike, offering a place where personal growth and technical development go hand in hand.
About Us
Shugyo Dojo
Karate is more than a martial art.
Karate is more than a martial art.
Budo is a way of learning through practice — developing discipline, patience, awareness, and respect while constantly working to improve ourselves.
The lessons learned in the dojo do not end when training finishes. They become part of how we face challenges, treat others, and move through everyday life.
Train the body. Develop the mind. Forge the character.
Next Term
Term 4
Classes are held at the Whakatāne Indoor Bowls Clubrooms, 52 Bridge Street, Whakatāne (entrance via Kirk Street car park).
Class Times:
• Juniors (ages 5–10): Tuesday & Thursday, 4:00–5:00 PM
• Intermediate & Seniors (ages 11–17): Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30–6:30 PM
• Adults: Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30–6:30 PM
New students are welcome, and the first trial class is free. Term 4 will continue our focus on traditional Shorin-Ryu Karate, self-defence, discipline, confidence, and personal development in a supportive dojo environment.
Join us
Join Shugyo Whakatane Budo Academy
Train in traditional Shorin-Ryu Karate, build confidence, develop discipline, and become part of a supportive martial arts community in Whakatāne.
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