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We are a Black Belt club

Brisbane CKD

Choi Kwang Do (CKD) is a unique martial art based on modern scientific principles and developed to promote health, fitness and self-defence, not winners in sports competitions. CKD is a non-contact, non-fighting, non-competitive art that stresses mental, physical, emotional and social development. CKD promotes non-violent resolutions to conflict, practical solutions to cardiovascular improvement and enjoyable sustainable methods of exercise.

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The Black Belt journey- one peak to the next

Everyone wants to be #1… but we really are! Brisbane CKD is the best Martial Arts Club in the greater Ashgrove area. How do we know? Because we say so! And if we’re that passionate about our team’s drive, skill, passion and sportsmanship, then nothing else matters (except, of course, your support). Check out the instructors who make up our winning team and the people who coach them to perfection.


Our classes cater for children, adults, and families wanting to develop humility, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and an unbreakable spirit. Oh, did I leave out confidence, assertiveness, complete body fitness and self-defence?

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“Perseverance, secret of all triumphs”

Victor Hugo

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Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International™ is a worldwide organization of affiliated Choi Kwang Do™ schools. The name Choi Kwang Do is derived from the name of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi "Choi Kwang" and the word "Do" means "The Way". Therefore, Choi Kwang Do™ is the art or way of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi.Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International™ is a worldwide organization of affiliated Choi Kwang Do™ schools. The name Choi Kwang Do is derived from the name of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi "Choi Kwang" and the word "Do" means "The Way". Therefore, Choi Kwang Do™ is the art or way of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi.

Grand Master Choi's thorough study of biomechanics along with proper sequential movement, and exercise physiology has led him to put together a very powerful martial art generating maximum power in its punches and kicks through proper technique with out damaging the joints. But it does not stop here. The total program in its belt structure and classes provides a road map that enhances ones health and longevity. This road map fits both young and old a like. This total program is what makes this art the essence of power, health, and longevity.

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Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International™ is a worldwide organization of affiliated Choi Kwang Do™ schools. The name Choi Kwang Do is derived from the name of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi "Choi Kwang" and the word "Do" means "The Way". Therefore, Choi Kwang Do™ is the art or way of Grand Master Kwang Jo Choi.  

Grand Master Choi's thorough study of biomechanics along with proper sequential movement, and exercise physiology has led him to construct a very powerful martial art generating maximum power in its punches and kicks through proper technique with out damaging the joints. But it does not stop here. The total program in its belt structure and classes provides a road map that enhances ones health and longevity. This road map fits both young and old a like. This total program is what makes this art the essence of power, health, and longevity.

Your Instructor


I have been appointed as a chief instructor of CKD by CKD International Headquarters (based in Atlanta Georgia USA). I am a retired Lieutenant Colonel (Australian Army) and former Black Hawk and Chinook helicopter pilot, and a registered teacher (mathematics/science/health physical education) with Queensland College of Teachers. My academic qualifications include Bachelor of Applied Science (Hon) (RMIT) majoring in Physical Education and Mathematics, Master of Management Studies (UNSW) and Advanced Diplomas in Aviation and Project Management. I am accredited as a master coach with Martial Arts Australia- a Peak Industry Body. I am appointed as a chief instructor and a full member to the CKDMAI Board of Examiners with CKD International. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher with
Yoga Alliance International.

-Thorbjorn Johansen

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