Penshurst Martial Arts

Drop-in to one of our Sydney classes. See website for details Traditional Okinawan karate is not only a martial art, but a way of life.

Penshurst Martial Arts offers structured Karate & Kobudo classes for all abilities, no experience necessary, only a willingness to lean in a positive, fun, safe, mentor style environment. Welcome to Penshurst Martial Arts (Naraasun Dojo) where we offer structured Karate and Kobudo classes for all ages and abilities, no experience necessary, only a willingness to learn in a positive, fun, safe, men

25/08/2026

What is a BO from the "You want to learn Kobudo Series"
It all starts with the BO, this comes in all shapes and sizes in our case we use the Roku shaku bō which is 6feet or in Australia 182cm and generally its comes in three styles, too pick Thick in the middle thin at the end, round and my favourite octagonal. We train with real hardwood Bo not plastic or other through extensive two person drills.
Looking for traditional Karate & Kobudo training https://penshustmartialarts.com.au

21/08/2026

Why learn weapons if you can't carry them in the street from the "You want to learn Kobudo Series"
By learning and understanding each weapons fundamentals, we also learn how these fundamental can be applied building essential physical and mental skills allowing self-Defense with Everyday Objects much like they were adapted Historically. ie what ever is at hand (pen, umbrella etc) for both attack and defence of other weapons.
All that said, the base truth is this, this is not the weapon, you are the weapon and this is an extension of self.

21/08/2026

18/08/2026

All-Australia Okinawa Kobudo Titles 2027
March 21, 2027

Open to all Okinawa Kobudo Dojo

12/08/2026

I have just completed two pairs of traditional Sai. They are well balanced, weight about 730g, are made of stainless steel and have been customised(made to measure for forearm and handle length) specific to their user.
https://penshurstmartialarts.com.au/equipment_shop.html

15/07/2026

As a perpetual student allways looking to improve, i can help but hark to the often glossed over three stages of learning and mastering skills we work through as martial artists Shu Ha Ri

Blog page below

Shu Ha Ri Shu-Ha-Ri (守破離) is a Japanese martial arts and philosophy concept that describes the three stages of learning and mastering a skill. 守 Shu (Follow) – Follow the form. Learn the fundamentals. 破 Ha (Break) – Understand the principles. Find your own way. 離 Ri (Transcend)…

15/07/2026

I was asked the question earlier this week about the fine line between not striking first (defence) and being preemptive. This led me back to Sen no sen. link below

Sen no sen (先の先) Sen no sen (先の先) is a Japanese martial arts concept that translates to 'attacking the initiative.' It refers to the strategy of reading your opponent's intention and launching your counter-attack at the exact same moment they begin their offensive, intercepting them before their strike lands.

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13/07/2026

Another batch of traditional Rokushaku Bō (六尺棒) complete. These are made from Australian Spotted Gum and finished as Octagonal. Unfortunately they are all sold , next batch will be ready soon. Get in touch if you need.

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Telephone

+61405622401

Website

https://penshurstmartialarts.com.au/, https://www.youtube.com/@PenshurstMartialArts

Address

19 Warrawee Place Beverly Hills
Sydney, NSW
2209

Opening Hours

	6:45pm - 8:15pm
	8:15pm - 9:45pm