Alberton Martial Arts and Fitness

Blessed Easter to our AMAF family and friends ❤️

Fun at the Eskrima Seminar with Sensei Jack Damon!

Escrima is a traditional Filipino martial art developed from ancient combat systems. When bladed weapons were banned during colonization, practitioners adapted by using rattan sticks, preserving deadly sword techniques through disciplined stick fighting. Today, Escrima is a powerful, practical system that builds coordination, reflexes, and real-world self-defence skills while honouring Filipino warrior heritage.

🥋 The Origin of Goju-ryu Karate

Goju-ryu (剛柔流) means “Hard–Soft Style” — a system built on balance, control, and inner strength.

Its roots trace back to Okinawa, through the teachings of Higaonna Kanryo, who studied martial arts in Fujian, China before returning home. His methods blended powerful conditioning, deep breathing, and close-range combat.

These teachings were later refined and formalised by his student, Chojun Miyagi, who named the style Bubishi — expressing the eternal principle of hard and soft in harmony.

Goju-ryu is more than technique.
It is discipline, breath, character, and balance — forged through years of correct training.

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As we step into the new year, we do so with focus and purpose.
May it be a year of discipline, growth, and quiet strength—on the mat and beyond.

Wishing the AMAF family a strong and meaningful year ahead.
Forward together.

Dear Parents, Students and Instructors

As the year draws to a close, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to every student, parent, and instructor who has been part of the Alberton Martial Arts & Fitness family this year.

May this festive season bring you rest, joy, and meaningful time with loved ones. We wish you a peaceful Christmas and a strong, focused start to the year ahead.

We look forward to training together again in the new year.

Warm regards,
The Alberton Martial Arts & Fitness Team