SHIRUDO Self Defence

The kids and I joined Shirudo Martial arts in late 2019. A very well equipped dojo - great place to learn and train. A very supportive team, fun and experienced. Plenty of variety too

An extremely professional yet friendly environment. Everyone, from the people who come to train, to the trainers are so warm-hearted and encouraging. Shirudo never fails to accommodate for all levels. Fighters and beginners training side-by-side is only one of the many advantages of this gym. Getting pushed to your limit is an amazing experience and is even better when amongst such encouraging people. Feels really good to be back.

I have been to multiple gyms in the area, this has been my favourite one by far. At other martial arts gyms I have trained at, I felt intimidated by going into the gym, thinking it would be male based training and that I may feel uncomfortable being a young woman but as soon as I stepped foot into Shirudo, I felt welcomed and looked after. They are all about empowering women and making us feel strong and able to do anything!Their timetable has such a variety of classes, the gym itself is really well set up and the trainers are friendly and really knowledgable. Ive been training for about a year now and have seen drastic changes in my body composition. But not only that, I have seen drastic changes in my mental strength and confidence as well. I love Shirudo!If you are thinking about starting a martial art or just want to get your body into its best shape while feeling completely empowered and in control, then give Shirudo a try. I highly recommend this gym :)

Highly recommended, the kids love it, great discipline, great technique, not too mention great fun!! As a parent I'm highly influenced to practice myself now.

Martial Arts is a highly effective and enjoyable way to improve and strengthen oneself both physically and mentally.Since joining Shirudo, I have done just this and more! Shirudo has helped me develop a new passion for Martial Arts. It has given me a sense of purpose on my road to personal enlightenment and development.The trainers are very knowledgeable and friendly. My fellow students are mature and willing to learn more! This gym is one of a kind!

Shirudo has had a massive impact on my life. It has helped me to become a happier person. I enjoy working with all my peers and the instructors are truly great. I have been at Shirudo for almost a year now and I would like to say I’m so thankful that I found them as I believe they are the martial arts school. I highly recommend Shirudo to both kids and adults.

This Dojo is everything we we wanted for our children in a martial arts gym. Truley amazing coach’s and senseis who not only teach this unique amazing form of mixed martial arts, but clearly have a passion for the art. Our kids are developing life long skills and techniques that they can utilise in all aspects of their lives. From self defence to tolerance and confidence, Shirudo has proven to be an amazing foundation to build great habits and virtues from.The class availability and options makes it easy to fit into life’s crazy routine and, the best part, parents can either join the shirudo class with their child or do other classes like kickboxing, fitness or boxercise at the same time!It’s a family owned gym and the culture of the gym is exactly that... one built on family values that attracts respectful, friendly, warm and fun loving members! We are lucky to be a part of this gym and can’t recommend it highly enough to anyone interested in martial arts, fitness and friendship!

Joined Shirudo at the beginning of this year as a way to bond with my two youngest kids (7 & 9) as well as a new challenge. I had played team sports all my life but never tried any combat and hence i was a bit nervous starting at 35. From the moment i set foot in the dojo i felt welcome and at home. My kids and i have made a heap of new friends and are always inspired to improve from the supportive environment around us. I can not speak highly enough of Shirudo and the team of instructors at the gym. Great for all levels and ages and the best part is as a family my kids and i all train on the same mats at the same time. That convenience paired with the fact we are learning self defence and exercising was a win for us.Encourage anyone to give it a go, you wont regret it.

Stared doing SHIRUDO a year ago, I had previously done tae kwon doe so I thought nothing was gonna be to knew when I started karate, but I learned more than what I did in one day of karate, compared to my 3 or 4 years of tae kwon doe, I started doing tournaments around 2 months of training, and with the tutelage of my instructors, I was able to come first in my first ever karate tournament, which I then won the following 2 after it, and also managed to be Ranked #1 Nationally in my Karate Division, after which I transitioned to there kickboxing classes and I have been training hard ever since, you might not get the same result as me, but I can guarantee you'll learn a-lot in 1 week of any of the classes they offer.

Having stumbled across SHIRUDO, it has literally changed my life for the better.SHIRUDO offers a friendly and supportive environment to learn and train in martial arts, as well as a team of experienced and knowledgeable instructors. Since starting with SHIRUDO about one and a half years ago, I have become stronger and healthier, both physically and mentally. More importantly SHIRUDO has transformed my interests in martial arts into a real passion and allowed me to learn to apply the philosiphy of martial arts in life as well. SHIRUDO has been with me every step of the way.SHIRUDO has helped me understand and develop in martial arts in a practical sense and has inspired me in more ways than I have imagined possible. If you are looking for a place to learn martial arts or simply to improve fitness, look no further. I cannot recommend SHIRUDO highly enough!!!