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Sensei Sai has been practising Karate since the early 1970s and has dedicated decades to the study and teaching of the art. A practitioner and instructor of Goju-Ryu Karate, he has trained and guided hundreds of students over the years, including preparing students for Karate competitions.
In recognition of his years of dedication, experience, and contribution to Karate, Sensei Sai was awarded the Jitsueikai 8th Dan in 2023.
With a deep understanding of Goju-Ryu Karate and a lifelong commitment to its practice, Sensei Sai continues to share his knowledge and experience with the next generation of Karate practitioners.

Sensei Sai

Sensei Tony Ong's martial arts journey began in 1970s Singapore with Goju-Ryu, winning two YMCA Tournament titles (Kata & Kumite). He co-founded West Coast Goju-Ryu Dojo in 1984 before military service. Relocating to Australia in 1986, he competed in the historic 1987 First Goju-Ryu International Tournament. In the 1990s, he moved to Japan, transitioning to Shotokan under legendary Master Tetsuhiko Asai. From 1993–1995, he proved his elite level—becoming Kumite Champion and Kata Runner-Up in Japan's competitive circuit. Today, his lifetime of international excellence is recognised with master-level dual certifications: 7th Dan (JKS) and 6th Dan (JKA)—a rare achievement bridging two major karate federations.

Sensei Tony Ong