Traditional Way of the Empty Hand
Nippon Shotokan Karate School is a welcoming dojo where students of all ages can learn, grow and thrive. We focus on confidence, fitness, self‑discipline and practical karate skills in a safe and encouraging environment. With structured classes, clear progression, and supportive instructors, Our Dojo is the perfect place to begin your martial arts journey. First week is always free. Come try it out.
Our Mission
Our mission is to cultivate strong minds, strong bodies, and true character through the disciplined practice of Shotokan Karate. We empower students of all ages to grow with confidence, respect, and perseverance, fostering a community where every individual strives for continuous improvement both inside and outside the dojo.
Services we provide
Our dojo provides a range of traditional training equipment and specialised coaching to ensure every student receives the highest quality martial arts experience. From kata practice to kumite drills, our facilities support safe, disciplined, and effective Shotokan Karate training for all ages and skill levels.
Group Training
Our karate training sessions deliver a focused, disciplined, and engaging martial arts experience for students of all ages. Each class blends traditional Shotokan techniques with modern coaching methods to help every participant progress toward their personal best.
Private Lessons
Our dojo offers one‑on‑one private karate lessons tailored to individual goals. Whether you want to sharpen technique, build confidence or improve fitness private training provides dedicated attention and customised coaching. Each session is designed to strengthen fundamentals, refine kata and kumite skills, and support your overall physical and mental growth.
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School Programs & Visits
We deliver engaging, age‑appropriate karate sessions to schools across Toowoomba. Our programs teach practical self‑defence, confidence, focus, and respectful behaviour for both boys and girls. Each visit provides safe, structured training that supports student wellbeing and empowers them with real‑world skills.
Corporate Karate
Kickstart teamwork, confidence, and leadership! Our corporate karate sessions blend fun, practical self‑defence with skills that strengthen communication, focus, and workplace culture - all tailored to your company.
Meditation and Breathing Techniques
Our meditation and breathing sessions teach students how to calm the mind, improve focus, and build inner strength. Through simple, effective techniques, students learn to manage stress, enhance concentration, and develop the mental discipline
Intense Calorie Burner Sessions
High‑energy karate workouts designed to torch calories fast! These sessions combine dynamic drills, striking combinations, and full‑body conditioning for a powerful, sweat‑driven training experience.
Getting to know your Sensei
Ranatunge Sensei is a dedicated and experienced Black Belt 5th Dan Shotokan karate instructor committed to helping every student grow in strength, confidence, and character. With years of training and teaching behind him, he brings a calm, disciplined, and supportive approach to the dojo. He is passionate about guiding students toward their personal best providing clear instruction, motivation, and the traditional values that define true Karate.
Ranatunge Sensei is a Black Belt 5th Dan in traditional Shotokan Karate, a discipline he began studying when he was in Grade 4 at school, igniting a lifelong commitment to martial arts excellence. With over 30 years of training, teaching, and personal development, known for his precision, discipline, and ability to inspire students of all ages.
Driven by a passion for building confident, resilient, and disciplined individuals, Ranatunge Sensei blends traditional Japanese principles with modern coaching methods. His teaching style emphasises strong fundamentals, powerful technique, mental focus, controlled breathing, and the philosophy of “strong mind, strong body.”
Q & A
If your enquiry is not addressed in the Q&A below, please contact us.
We teach traditional Shotokan Karate, focusing on strong fundamentals, discipline and respect in a fun filled inclusive environment where everyone is welcome.
Our classes are suitable for 4+yrs children, teens, and adults. Students are grouped by age and experience to ensure safe, effective learning for everyone.
You can enroll through our online registration form or speak with our instructor at the dojo. We’re here to help you begin your karate journey.
For your first few sessions, comfortable exercise clothing is fine. Once enrolled, students train in a Karate Gi (uniform), which can be purchased through the dojo. For everyone’s safety, please remove all jewellery before training.
Bring yourself and a water bottle.
Yes, your first week is free. It’s a great way to experience the dojo, meet the instructor, and see if our karate is right for you.
We run two sessions per week for different age groups and skill levels. Students may train once or twice per week, depending on their goals and availability.
No experience is required. Beginners are always welcome, and our instructor provide step‑by‑step guidance to help new students build confidence from day one.
Gradings are held at least three times a year. Students are assessed on their technique, kata, kumite, etiquette, and overall progress before advancing to the next belt level.
Contact Us
Address
21 Geoffrey St, Toowoomba Queensland 4350
Phone
0433241940Operating Hours
Tuesdays : 6pm - 7.15pm
Thurdays : 6pm - 7.15pm
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Please complete this form to register for our programs on offer such as Karate, Meditation & Breathing Techniques, Intense calorie burner classes.