• Confidence Starts Here

    Martial arts for all ages – build strength and self-belief.

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    Karate with Purpose

    Traditional skills meets real-world self-defence.

  • Train with the Best

    Expert instructors in a world-class facility.

  • Women’s Self Defence That Works

    Practical skills, real-life scenarios for everyday safety.

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YMCA: Leisure City- Epping 41-53 Miller St, Epping
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Factory 2/10 industrial way Cowes 3922, Phillip Island
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The Spirit Behind The Winged Dragon

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.

Our Training programs

All ages Karate classes
All ages Karate classes
All ages Karate classes
Our six-lesson Karate program teaches basic techniques through structured, practical patterns.
Self Defence Programs
Self Defence Programs
Self Defence Programs
Learn self-defence, legal awareness, assertiveness, and control-focused techniques through practical scenarios.
Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Arts
On top of traditional karate, we offer techniques & training in other various free style martial arts.
Weapon’s Class
Weapon’s Class
Weapon’s Class
Master the art of traditional and modern weapons through drills, forms, and defensive techniques.
Pee Wees
Pee Wees
Pee Wees
A fun-filled introduction to karate for young children, focusing on discipline, respect, and early skill-building.
Tournament Only Class:
Tournament Only Class:
Tournament Only Class:
High-intensity training in fighting, forms, and demos to compete at State, National, and World levels.

What We Offer

Focused on authentic training, personal growth, and lifelong fitness for all ages and skill levels.

Fully Qualified

All our senior instructors are certified and have working with children’s licences.

All Skill Level

Students are encouraged to optimise & improve their own fitness and training at all levels instead of one set class standard.

Traditional Karate

with our connections to Japan & other Go Ju Ryu associations true karate customs are upheld.

Get Fit & Healthy

Emphasis in all our classes is placed on healthy mind, body & spirit through our training.

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

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Excellent facility, trainers and staff Highly recommend
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Great atmosphere Great instructors A place where everyone knows your name Great all around vibe and you can tell they really care about all there students would recommend winged dragon to any and everyone
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Heba Nassar
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My son has been training with Sensei Lucky for nearly four years, and it has been an incredible experience for him. He has gained confidence, discipline, and valuable skills along the way. Sensei Lucky is fantastic with children and genuinely cares about their well-being. The dojo has a welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and a positive environment. Highly recommend!
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mell B
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The trainers at the winged dragon have given my little girl the confidence to be herself.... can't recommend better trainers, pop on down and have a look for your selfs
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Jana Condos
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Sensei Lucky and his team have transformed our peewee son. What they teach is more than just martial arts and self defence. We have seen remarkable improvements in our son's confidence, motor skills, focus, self control and discipline. Sensei Lucky is a hit with the kids, passionate about his craft and genuinely cares. Highly recommend The Winged Dragon!!
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debra broberg
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My son has been training with Sensei Lucky for 6 years now and absolutely loves it!
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Darren Tyrrell
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My son absolutely loves his weekly karate sessions with sensai lucky it has been fantastic for his concentration,discipline and fitness,he has just recently got his blue belt and he is really excited to keep learning and training,if you have children don't hesitate to bring them down I'm sure they will also love it,highly recommend
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Michelle Jackson
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Great class for all ages

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