Beginner Karate Classes in Roseville, Sydney
Sydney Roseville Dojo at Reid Hall: authentic Okinawan Goju-Ryu, built on tradition and designed for everyone.
Welcome to the Sydney Roseville Dojo — a supportive, welcoming gateway into authentic traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu karate. Operating from Reid Hall, this dojo specialises in introducing complete beginners, teenagers, and adults to the life-changing benefits of martial arts. If you’ve been looking for beginner-friendly karate classes or empowering self-defence for women and adults in Sydney, we offer a dedicated path toward personal growth and technical mastery.
Our History & Okinawan Lineage
Reid Hall operates as a core part of the historic Sydney Dojo network, bringing decades of expertise to every class:
- The leadership: Guided by the master oversight of Simon Beaumont Sensei (7th Dan), who has directed IOGKF Sydney operations since 2003, keeping all training authentic to its Okinawan roots.
- Technical excellence: Our sessions are enriched by Janet Young Sensei (6th Dan). Since starting her journey in 1998, Janet Sensei has dedicated her practice to technical precision and practical application — proving that excellent technique triumphs over brute force.
- Global connection: Our instructors regularly train with world masters in Okinawa, bringing top-tier international standards directly to Roseville.
Our Training Facility: Reid Hall
We provide a safe, inclusive, and highly functional space for your martial arts journey:
- Welcoming environment: A supportive setting, perfect for those stepping onto the mats for the very first time.
- Focused on precision: Equipped for deep mechanical study, posture correction, and the practical applications (bunkai) of traditional movements.
- Community-centric: Conveniently located in Roseville, serving the diverse needs of the local Upper North Shore community.
Our Philosophy: Technique Over Brute Force
We view karate as a lifelong pursuit, not just a young person’s sport. At Reid Hall, our curriculum focuses heavily on biomechanics and precision. We provide a safe, empowering environment where students of all ages and body types can master self-defence sustainably — without the fear of burnout.
Class Times & Who We Teach
We cater to all skill levels within an inclusive, highly structured environment.
- Who we teach: Complete beginners, adults, teenagers, and those returning to martial arts.
- When we train (Reid Hall): Wednesday evenings, 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
- Where: Reid Hall, Roseville Presbyterian Church, 28 Lord Street, Roseville, NSW.
Training more than once a week? Our sister venue at Centenary Hall (Roseville Uniting Church, 7a Lord Street) runs Monday evenings.
Master your technique: Beyond the mats, expand your knowledge with our Training Tips from Dovi Lifson Sensei (7th Dan) → for expert guidance on Goju-Ryu philosophy.
Start your journey at Reid Hall — enquire about class times today →
Reid Hall
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Instructors:
Simon Beaumont Sensei – 7th Dan
Janet Young Sensei – 6th Dan
Tips for beginners and experienced karateka from Dovi Lifson Sensei (7th Dan, Sydney Dojo)
Wednesday night
– Reid Hall
– Roseville Presbyterian Church – 28 Lord Street, Roseville
M: 0419 499 805 (Simon Beaumont)
M: 0400 248 737 (Janet Young)
Training time
Wed 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
