Sodokan Goju is led by Mike Clark a student of Goju Karate for 25 years and teaches at his home dojo in Southampton, England. The Sodokan studies the teachings of Sensei Kiyoshi Yonemoto a lineage master of the Bubishi. As a 'Bubishi no Ken', (Bubishi's Fist) school, we are always seeking to reach a higher level of understanding

The main dojo Sodokan, 'Creative way school', was named by a Yonemoto Sensei in 1997 when visiting the school. This refers to the never ending study and discovery of the principles and essence of Goju Karate Do. From this discovery comes the creation of new insights and understanding. The Sodokan teaching embodies the underlying concept of forging a strong inner spirit, having a friendly heart and keeping an enquiring mind.

Clark teaches his students to look at their Goju with a questioning mind . Studying the way of karate is a constant voyage of discovery, one that never ends.  

Teachers and students from other schools with an genuine desire to learn and of good character are welcome to study at the Sodokan. In this way there are opportunities to continue to develop and learn for those who are still searching.

Sodokan studies in depth each facet of Goju Karate, and students are encouraged to ask themselves How, Why and When.   

The bubushi tradition is the schools starting point, not the end. Each teacher before adds their knowledge to the teaching, passing this on to the next genertion so making this a living discipline.