Okinawa Goju-Ryu Karate Namibia
Member of the Traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate Federation
Karate for Everybody
Welcome to Okinawa Goju-Ryu Karate Namibia (OGKN), where we are dedicated to preserving and practicing the traditional art of Okinawa Goju-Ryu Karate.
Our mission is to equip you with practical, real-world self-defense skills while upholding the core values of karate: courtesy, honesty, integrity, loyalty, discipline, and respect.
Join us and embrace a martial art that not only empowers you physically but also enriches your character.
"At OGKN we believe that Karate-do training benefits all practitioners, regardless of their age, race, gender, or nationality. We aim to improve the quality of life of all of our members and to make a positive impact on the world."
Sensei Carl van der Merwe
Chief Instructor Okinawa Goju-Ryu Karate Namibia
8th Dan TOGKF
Latest News
OGKN June Gradings Celebrate Growth, Dedication, and New Black Belts
117 karateka, ranging from 8 to 68 years old and from white to black belt level, participated in the Okinawa Goju-Ryu Karate Namibia June Gradings held on 12–13 June 2026. The event marked an important milestone for many students, with Ono Akweenda and Peuee Kavekatora successfully earning their Shodan Black Belts.
