Palm Court Karate Centre
For over 30 years, we have been teaching traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu karate in Johannesburg, South Africa. Our mission is to develop discipline, confidence, and self-defence skills in students of all ages.
The Beginning
The Palm Court Karate Centre was officially established in 1992 by Mario Sequeira in Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort. What started as a small group of dedicated students has grown into one of the West Rand's most respected karate schools, serving families from across Roodepoort and surrounding areas.
We practice Goju-Ryu, a traditional Okinawan style that emphasizes both hard and soft techniques. Our teaching methods stay true to the authentic traditions passed down through generations of masters.
Over the years, we have produced many black belt students, several of whom have received second and third dan black belts and now serve as instructors themselves.
Our Dojo
We recently moved to a state-of-the-art dojo built specifically for karate training in Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort. Our dojo is easily accessible from Weltevreden Park, Honeydew, Ruimsig, and surrounding West Rand suburbs.
It is a traditional dojo solely designed for the practice of Karate. We offer the best in facilities, equipment, and the highest standard of tuition in traditional Karate-Do.
Under the guidance of Sensei Mario Sequeira, our instructors teach hundreds of students every week—from young children taking their first steps in martial arts to adults seeking fitness, discipline, and self-defence skills.
Sensei Mario Sequeira
Sensei Mario Sequeira is the founder and chief instructor of Palm Court Karate Centre. With decades of experience in Goju-Ryu karate, he has dedicated his life to teaching and promoting traditional Okinawan martial arts in South Africa.
His commitment to authentic training methods and personal development has shaped hundreds of students over the years, instilling in them not just martial arts skills, but also the values of discipline, respect, and perseverance.
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