Karate in Reservoir Hills, Durban
S.A. Budo Ryu Karate · All Ages, Sizes & Levels Welcome
Karate in Reservoir Hills: At a Glance
- Dojo
- S.A. Budo Ryu Karate
- Location
- 2 Magdelan Avenue, Reservoir Hills, Durban, 4091
- Established
- 1961, over 65 years of continuous instruction
- Style
- Traditional Japanese karate, Shito-Ryu
- Ages
- From 4 years old through to adults and seniors
- Experience
- Complete beginners to advanced black belts
- Monthly Fees
- R150/month (8 classes). See the full fee list
- Free Trial
- Yes, first lesson free, no uniform or experience needed
- Head Instructor
- Kyoshi Roy Soodhoo
- Phone & WhatsApp
- 083 640 6320
- rsabudryu@gmail.com
- Areas Served
- Reservoir Hills, Westville, Pinetown, Queensburgh, New Germany, Cowies Hill, Durban
Karate Programmes
S.A. Budo Ryu Karate runs classes for children, teenagers and adults at our Reservoir Hills dojo in Durban. Every class is graded by ability, so beginners train at their own pace alongside experienced students. There is no fitness test to join and no age limit. All shapes, sizes and abilities are genuinely welcome.
Little Dragons
A playful introduction to karate for pre-schoolers and Grade R children. Short, energetic sessions build coordination, balance and the ability to listen and follow instruction. Parents are welcome to watch from the side of the dojo.
Kids Karate
Our largest group. Children learn kihon (basics), kata (forms) and controlled sparring while developing focus, confidence and self-discipline that carries into the classroom. A structured belt system gives them a clear goal to work toward each term.
Teens
Teenagers train at full intensity with an emphasis on fitness, practical self-defence and self-control. It is a screen-free hour that builds real physical capability and a peer group that pushes them to keep showing up.
Adult Karate
Full-body conditioning combined with traditional technique and practical self-defence. Adults join us in their twenties through to their sixties, many with no martial arts background at all. Train for fitness, for stress relief, or all the way to black belt.
Absolute Beginners
You do not need to be fit, flexible or young to start karate. Beginners are taught the fundamentals separately before joining the main group, so nobody is thrown in at the deep end. Wear comfortable clothes to your first lesson. A gi comes later.
Family Training
Parents and children can train in the same dojo on the same evening, which makes lifts simple and keeps the whole family active. Ask us about training as a family when you book your free trial lesson.
Find Us in Reservoir Hills
We train in the Resmount Primary School hall in Reservoir Hills, Durban, and we draw students from across the western suburbs. Westville, Pinetown, Queensburgh, New Germany and Cowies Hill are all a short drive away.
Dojo Address
S.A. Budo Ryu Karate
Resmount Primary School hall, 2 Magdelan Avenue
Reservoir Hills, Durban
KwaZulu-Natal, 4091
South Africa
Phone / WhatsApp: 083 640 6320
Email: rsabudryu@gmail.com
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Parking: Park in the Resmount Primary School parking lot, which is right alongside the hall where we train.
| Class | Ages | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Classes | 16 and under | Monday & Wednesday | 4:30pm to 5:30pm |
| Senior Classes | 17+ | Monday & Wednesday | 5:30pm to 6:30pm |
Arrive ten minutes before your first class so we can introduce you to the instructor. Call or WhatsApp 083 640 6320 to confirm times before your first visit, as school holidays occasionally shift the schedule.
Karate Fees
We keep our fees affordable and transparent, with no joining contracts and no hidden costs. Your first lesson is always free.
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trial lesson | Free | No uniform, experience or commitment required |
| Monthly training fee | R150 | Covers 8 classes a month |
| Registration / joining fee | R50 | Once-off on enrolment |
| Karate gi (uniform) | Ask us | Only needed once you decide to continue |
| Grading fee | Ask us | Payable only when you choose to grade |
All prices shown are as adjusted for 2026. Fees are payable monthly. If cost is a genuine barrier for a committed student, speak to us. We have been part of this community since 1961 and we would rather have you training.
Our Core Values
Solid Citizens
We mold well-rounded members of society who contribute positively to their communities, families, and workplaces.
Humility
True strength lives in the quiet control of one's ego. We teach that humility is the foundation of all greatness.
Respect
We honour higher grades, teachers, families, and peers, building a culture of dignity inside and outside the dojo.
Discipline
Consistent training forges mental and physical resilience. Discipline in the dojo becomes discipline in life.
Fitness
Karate is total-body conditioning. We develop strength, flexibility, speed, and endurance in every class.
Tradition
Rooted in authentic Shito-Ryu Karate, we honour generations of martial wisdom while welcoming all who seek growth.
65 Years of Karate
in KwaZulu-Natal
S.A. Budo Ryu Karate has been teaching traditional Japanese karate in KwaZulu-Natal since 1961, making us one of the longest-running karate schools in Durban. Three generations of local families have trained on our dojo floor, and we still teach the finer art of traditional karate as a discipline that shapes character as much as it shapes the body.
The school is led by Kyoshi Roy Soodhoo, who was honoured to accept the style handed to him by Sensei Frank Van Rensburg. Kyoshi Soodhoo's knowledge spans over six decades of dedicated martial arts practice, and he still oversees instruction at our Reservoir Hills dojo today.
"I represented Natal for eight years. In 1978, I was selected as the Captain for the Indian fighting team and realised I was the first person of colour to be selected to fight the Japanese team."
Kyoshi Roy Soodhoo, Head Instructor
We welcome everyone who wants to pursue fitness and discipline through karate: every age, every size, every level of experience. If you can walk through the door, we can teach you.
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Our Legacy
Our Instructors
Four qualified instructors teach at our Reservoir Hills dojo, led by a head instructor with more than sixty years on the mat. Together the team brings over 100 years of combined formal karate experience, competing and coaching all around the country.
Kyoshi Roy Soodhoo
Kyoshi Soodhoo has practised karate for over six decades and received the style directly from Sensei Frank Van Rensburg. He represented Natal for eight years and in 1978 captained the Indian fighting team, the first person of colour selected to fight the Japanese team. He still oversees instruction at the dojo today.
Anil Soodhoo
R.J. Maharaj
Anesh Singh
Karate in Durban: Your Questions
Everything parents and new students usually ask before their first lesson. Still unsure? Call or WhatsApp 083 640 6320.
How much do karate classes cost in Reservoir Hills, Durban?
Where can I learn karate near Reservoir Hills or Westville?
What age can my child start karate?
Do I need a uniform or any experience to start?
Do you offer a free trial lesson?
What style of karate do you teach?
How long does it take to get a black belt in karate?
Is karate safe for young children and for older adults?
Do you teach adult self-defence?
What are your class times?
Do I have to compete in tournaments?
I am unfit and have never done a martial art. Can I still join?
Is karate good for a child who lacks confidence or focus?
How do I find the dojo and is there parking?
Book Your Free Trial Lesson
Come in for a free trial session at our Reservoir Hills dojo. No uniform, no experience, no commitment required. Just show up and experience traditional karate for yourself.
Contact Instructor
Anesh Singh
Resmount Primary School, 2 Magdelan Avenue, Reservoir Hills
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4091, South Africa
Email: rsabudryu@gmail.com