Martial arts for all ages – build strength and self-belief.
Practical skills, real-life scenarios for everyday safety.
At the heart of The Winged Dragon is a philosophy that balances discipline, self-growth, and practical skills. Our academy is led by Shihan Lucky Pandelidis, an MAIA-accredited instructor with over 40 years of martial arts experience — including a 4th Dan Black Belt in Goju Ryu Karate and a 1st Dan in MMA.
His background spans traditional training and real-world application, from instructing students of all ages to working in high-level security roles at venues like the MCG and Flemington Racecourse.
Today, that experience shapes everything we teach — blending time-honoured technique with practical street self-defence, in a space where every student’s path is respected.
Focused on authentic training, personal growth, and lifelong fitness for all ages and skill levels.
All our senior instructors are certified and have working with children’s licences.
Students are encouraged to optimise & improve their own fitness and training at all levels instead of one set class standard.
with our connections to Japan & other Go Ju Ryu associations true karate customs are upheld.
Emphasis in all our classes is placed on healthy mind, body & spirit through our training.
Get a taste of our classes with a free one-week trial – come see the difference!
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