Monday and Wednesday, 8:00-9:30 PM
Friday, 8:00-9:00 PM
Studio F, Ramsey Student Center
Practices begin Monday, January 6, and end Monday, April 28. No practices will be held on Friday, January 17 - Monday, January 20 (MLK Holiday) or Friday, February 28 - Sunday, March 9 (Spring Break).
Bring your UGA ID card to every practice!
Studio F is located behind the Volleyball Arena on the second floor of the Ramsey Center (please see this floor map).
The Budokai, a Recreational Sports club, has offered training in traditional Japanese karatedo at the University of Georgia since 1982. The club is open to UGA students, faculty, and staff. No fees are charged for instruction.
Karatedo ("empty hand way") is a traditional Japanese martial art that teaches unarmed methods for self defense and the protection of others. Originally practiced in Okinawa, karatedo was introduced to Japan in the early 20th century and has since spread across the world. Shorinji Ryu is one of many schools or "ryu" of karatedo. The name "Shorinji" pays homage to the Shaolin temple, from which most forms of karatedo claim descent.
The main website for Ogasawara-ha Shorinji Ryu provides more information about the history of the style and the nature of training.
The rankings of UGA Budokai instructors and members are certified by the Zen Tohoku Karatedo Kempo Kumiai (All Northern Japan Karatedo and Kempo Union), one of the 47 prefectural organizations that comprise the Japan Karatedo Federation.
All over the world, people practice karatedo for many reasons: for personal security; to improve health and fitness; as a sport; and as a means of personal development. Karatedo differs from other martial arts and combat sports in a number of ways:
For more information about practicing with the Budokai, please use the links at left to explore this website. You may e-mail the instructors and club officers at uga.budokai@gmail.com.
