Ko Yama Ryu teaches Goshin Jutsu, translated this means the art of self defence. The name Ko Yama Ryu was given to Sensei Garwood from his senior instructor Kyoshi Kevin Garwood 7th Dan.
The name means Little Mountain Style, and is called this after the parent club, O Yama Ryu, Big Mountain Style. Oliver named the clubs for his Dad after researching Japanese names (in a book on Sumo – Japanese wrestling). The name seemed appropriate after Kyoshi’s round form!
Oliver with Kyoshi Garwood
What We Do
Ko Yama Ryu runs private classes for groups or schools giving people an introduction to the art. Information about these sessions can be found here.
The style taught focuses on both traditional and modern techniques all in a non-competitive structure. Techniques taught for juniors include throwing, grappling, rolling and falling. With senior classes the list includes locks, strangles and other fun stuff! To find out other benefits of training in the martial arts click here.