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I hadn't been exercising for a number of years since starting a family so was obviously unfit. My kids started training so I attended the kids class to "join in". It didn't take me long before I wanted to attend the adults class as everyone is very welcoming. I have been able to laterally apply the discipline and fitness I now have to the rest of my life. Kayaking, swimming, coaching soccer, everything I wanted to do with my kids is now all a breeze. Wayne Project Manager

After studying Shotokan Karate in the UK and training with a number of karate realists, I wanted to find a holistic and pragmatic system to train in after emigrating to Australia...I found that system with Koryu Uchinadi at Newcastle Karate, training under Sensei Marc Mathews. Kicking, striking, grappling and groundfighting are all part of Koryu's syllabus, making it just what I was looking for! Mark 2nd Dan Shotokan Karate

I recently commenced training with sensei Marc after a long break from martial arts training. Twelve years in fact! It was very difficult to start training again. I didnt know what to expect when I walked into the dojo with a belt that I didnt feel like I deserved anymore. But sensei Marc was encouraging and welcoming, as were the other black belts ands seniour students(most of whom shared a similar experience to mine). In no time my fitness, flexibilty and conditioning returned. Most importantly, my long forgotten passion for training and my "spirit", were re-ignited. KU offers a usable form of self defence, whilst maintaing the traditional goals of self discipline, fortitude of character and respect for self and others. If your thinking of coming back to martial arts training or stating for the first time, give it a go! Robert ( doctor) 3rd Dan

Sensei Marc Mathews has been my Sensei since 1990. As a current serving police officer I have had many opportunities to put Sensei Marcs practical self-defense techniques into real life situations. Sensei Marc's techniques really work. Sensei Marc has a great passion and ability to teach martial arts to anyone and his enthusiasm and energy within a class is infectious. Sensei Marc's ability as an instructor to recognize each students strengths and weaknesses allows each student to reach their full potential. I have no reservations in recommending Sensei Marc from a beginner to an advanced black belt, Sensei Marc is the real deal! Craig Serving Police Officer - 1st Dan Shorinijryu Karate

Being a black belt before discovering Koryu Uchinadi, and training with several other systems, I can honestly say that KU it is the most enjoyable and rounded system i have been involved with. It offers a holistic syllabus with grounded basics, while offering the essential tiered system of beginner, intermediate and advanced classes. It is a no non-sense system inclusive of the somewhat forgotten karate techniques of head butting, gouging, throws and ground fighting all of which create a diverse karate-ka ready to defend themselves. Sensei Marc is a gifted instructor who has the ability to adapt to us as students individually and scaffold us all to the next skill level regardless of size, knowledge or current level. Another positive is the use of set patterns for all our striking, blocking, kicking, self defence, tegumi, ect, as this hones our muscle memory from class #1. All in all this is a style one could practice for a very long time. I definetly recommend it Aaron School Teacher - 1st Dan Go Kan Ryu Karate

I have been studying martial arts for the best part of twelve years and for the last several years have felt something was lacking in my training. Since joining Koryu I have rediscovered my passion for karate. Classes are structured without becoming stale or boring and everything taught not only has a purpose but is explained and applied, an important distinction often missing in other clubs. Even as a black belt I have already seen improvements in all aspects of my training which I was not expecting after so short a time. The syllabus is laid out in a straight forward and logical progression which is easy to learn whether you come from a martial arts background or you've never thrown a punch in your life. Regardless of age or experience Koryu Uchinadi offers realistic and rewarding karate for everyone. Shayne 1st Dan- Go Kan Ryu karate

I first started training with Sensei Marc Mathews in 1994 in Shorinjiryu Karate. It was during my first year of training that Sensei started training under Hanshi Patrick McCarthy. As a student I did not realize how incredible lucky I was to be introduced to the martial arts style that is Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu. In the martial arts world of competitive sports related styles we where lucky to have found a style that was effective against habitual acts of violence, studied the anatomic human movement and the associated reaction to manipulation of vital points and nerve endings. If you are thinking of starting a martial art than you will be extremely luck to have an exceptional teacher like Sensei Marc. If you already have been training in a sports orientated Martial Art then you might enjoy the journey of discovery that Koryu Uchinadi will take you on Jason 1st Dan Koryu Uchinadi

It has been some 20 years since doing any training and as well as having some physical limitations I have found the class to be excellent for not only building up my fitness but also the style is practical and sensei Marc has created an environment for learning that suits a novice to an expert. I highly recommend Newcastle Karate. Andrew Electrician

I have been training at Newcastle karate for some months now, I have recently started back training after a long layoff I find Sensei Marc to bee of excellent standard and very dedicated , I have previously trained in various styles of Karate since I was 15yrs old, and am very much enjoying training with Sensei , with regards Laurence T. 3rd Dan Laurence T 2nd Shotokan karate / 1st Dan Kyokushin Karate

We have enjoyed our classes with Sensei Marc because he teaches us in a good and practical way. The training has given us more confidence to handle different situations if they happen. We have become stronger and more and flexible. Sensei marc has helped us learn self discipline and after each grading we feel a sense of achievement. Lillian 14 and Amon 13 Student