Sooke Shukokai Karate is back and ready to welcome you. Beginners (5 and up) welcome.
First two lessons are free! Check out our current schedule or register any time.
Sooke Shukokai Karate is a member of/fully insured through Karate BC.
We train in the Shukokai style which has its roots in Shito-ryu and older Okinawan styles. Shukokai karate's focus is on body mechanics and efficiency of techniques.
Benefits of Karate include
Sooke Karate sent a small team to the Victoria Open Karate Championships this weekend - 3 competitors, 1 coach and 1 referee. We brought home a combined 6 medals - 1 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze, despite going challenge mode for our students. Sensei Nick also achieved his Provincial Judge A certification.
Training is at the #103 6596 Sooke Rd (Corner of Sooke & Church roads).
2nd Dan Sensei Suzi has been training in Shukokai Karate for 15 years both in Canada and internationally. She has competed regionally and placed multiple times.
2nd Dan Sensei Nick has been training in Shukokai Karate for over 10 years. His focus is on sport karate. He is a Karate BC certified judge and has both officiated and competed regionally with multiple medals.
5th Dan Sensei Norma brings 40 years of experience with Shukokai Karate. He has taught in South Africa, Australia, United States and Canada. Prior world championship gold medalist.