Seishūkan Dojo · 誠修館道場
Traditional Shotokan Karate taught with discipline, patience, and purpose. A place to grow in character, confidence, and skill.
The way we train
Seishūkan means “the hall of sincere training”.
We teach Karate not simply as a method of self-defense, but as a lifelong practice of character: training the body, refining the mind, and learning to act with sincerity.
Rooted in the principles of traditional Shotokan Karate, our training balances precise technique with the values that give it meaning: humility, perseverance, self-control, and respect for others.
Meet our instructors
Our emblem
Our dojo mark pairs two ideas from Japanese tradition: the Ensō circle and the cherry blossom. Together they express how we understand Karate as budō — sincere practice, always in progress.
The ensō is the Zen circle drawn in a single brushstroke, often left deliberately open. In Karate, it reminds us that training has no final destination: there is always more to refine in technique, character, and spirit. The empty space at the centre speaks of openness, the beginner’s mind we return to every time we bow in the dojo.
Sakura, the cherry blossom, blooms briefly and beautifully before falling, yet the tree endures every season in quiet readiness to bloom again. In budō it symbolises the fleeting nature of each moment on the mat: giving full attention to today’s practice, knowing it will not return. Like the blossom that falls at its peak rather than fading, we learn to release fully into kata, kumite, and daily discipline.
Dojo Kun · 道場訓
Traditionally, in every class the Dojo Kun is recited. Each rule begins with Hitotsu (一つ) — no single precept is superior to the others.
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人格完成に努めること
Karate is more than physical defense; it builds character and inner strength.
誠の道を守ること
Keep an honest, dedicated state of mind. Commit yourself wholeheartedly to your training and stay true to your values.
努力の精神を養うこと
Patience and consistency are the foundations of growth. Strive continuously to improve through steady effort.
礼儀を重んずること
Karate begins and ends with courtesy. True strength expresses itself through kindness, patience, and politeness.
血気の勇を戒めること
Show true strength through composure and restraint.
Instructors
Sensei Yanes is a Maltese Karate instructor with over 20 years of experience in Karate-Do. His training in Malta and Japan, together with international competition experience, has shaped his understanding of the art. He teaches children and adults with a focus on discipline, confidence, resilience, and personal growth beyond the dojo.
Sensei Yuki is a Japanese Karate instructor who began training during her high school years in Japan and has continued her Karate journey in Malta since 2016. Her experience includes success in regional and national-level competition in Japan, winning the German Championships, and participating in the 2024 World Karate Championship. She teaches children and adults with an emphasis on precision, technical detail, and skill development.
Training Ages
A gentle first experience of the dojo, focused on manners, movement, and listening.
Playful training with Karate basics for confidence, coordination, and respect.
Structured Karate training for school-age students, building technique, focus, and self-control.
See the calendar for more info.
Teen & adult class — details coming soon.
New to Karate? Register for a trial session and we will help you find the right class.
Affiliated · JKA WF MALTA