About Us
The Villieria Tigers Story
The Villieria Tigers
The Villieria Tigers Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan Karate Dojo is the oldest dojo in the Moot. Established in 1970, our dojo has been a beacon of traditional martial arts training in Pretoria for over 50 years.
Our Chief Instructor
Kyoshi Riaan Coetzee (7th Dan) has been leading the Villieria Tigers since 1991. He started his karate journey at this very dojo in 1974 at the age of 13, and his decades of experience and dedication make him an exceptional instructor and mentor.
Kyoshi Riaan currently serves as the Vice President of Shorin-Ryu South Africa, demonstrating his commitment to the growth and development of traditional Okinawan karate in the country.
What is Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan?
Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan is a traditional style of Okinawan karate that emphasizes natural stances, fast techniques, and practical self-defense applications. It was introduced to South Africa by the Villieria Tigers on 15 January 1994, making us pioneers of this authentic martial art in the country.
What We Offer
Shorin-Ryu Shorinkan Karate
Traditional Okinawan karate training
Okinawan Kobudo
Traditional weapons training
Street Combat
One-on-one practical self-defense
Advanced Self-Defence
Modern defensive techniques
Our Classes
We offer classes for all ages and skill levels:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 16:00-17:00
Tuesdays & Thursdays 17:00-18:00
Tuesdays & Thursdays 18:00-19:00
Wednesdays 17:00-18:00
Our Philosophy
At Villieria Tigers, we believe in developing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit. Our training goes beyond physical techniques to instill values of respect, discipline, perseverance, and humility.
NO RETREAT – NO SURRENDER!