Goju Ryu ('Hard and Soft Style'), a traditional style of karate, is a close range self defense system, characterized by circular and linear blocks, joint manipulation and kicking to the lower body. Dynamic tension breathing plays a major role in the training. The breathing is incorporated in the preset form of movements known as "Kata". Goju-ryu is a combination of Okinawan Te which is hard and Shaolin Chuan, Kung-fu which is soft.
Sensei Adrian Williams is a protoge' of Hanshi (10th degree) Lou Angel of the Tenshi Goju Kai. Having previously studied both Aikido and Tang Soo Do, he began studying Goju Ryu with the Goju Ryu Budo Kai in 2001, earning his 1st degree black belt in 2004 under the instruction of Shichidan Don Douglas, also a student of Hanshi Angel. Sensei Williams began teaching Goju Ryu in 2004 and currently holds the rank of Sandan (3rd degree black belt). He is affiliated with the Goju Ryu Budo Kai and the National College of Martial Arts.
