TRADITIONAL KARATE
STANCES, BLOCKS, STRIKES, KICKS, COMBINATIONS, DISCIPLINE AND THE FUNDAMENTALS OF KARATE.
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GOJU RYU KARATE · CHENNAI . KANCHEEPURAM
SHIDO
KARATE
ACADEMY
We Don't Teach Karate. We Teach Life.
Traditional Karate training with Kumite, Kata, explosive workouts, seminars, camps and belt grading - building skill, confidence and character. By the knowledge and Guidance of Sensei.Aakash pk vasan
4th Dan
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
15+
BRANCHES
KUMITE + KATA
COMPETITION TRAINING
CHENNAI
CORE REGION
The SHIDO way
A way of guidance.
Like the name itself, we guide our students to be better.
Karate is more than a fight . SHIDO Karate Academy brings Karate into everyday life: discipline, punctuality, healthy habits, focus, consistency and confidence. Karate is the practice. Character is the purpose.
Discover our philosophy4th Dan BLACK BELT
The person behind the practice
MEET YOUR SENSEI
AAKASH PK VASAN
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Experience. Discipline. Guidance. Championship Mindset. Sensei Aakash has trained since 2008 and taught since 2016. At SHIDO, his guidance brings karate principles into everyday life.
4thDan Black Belt
2008Training Since
2016Teaching Since
“THE STRONGER AS YOU GET, HELP WEAKER TO GROW."
Explore Sensei's journeyOur motto
“What the mind can perceive, the heart can believe, the body can achieve.”
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Training at SHIDO
KATA
Technical sequences, timing, precision, balance, breathing and controlled movement.
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PARTNER DRILLS, MOVEMENT, DISTANCE, TIMING AND CONTROLLED SPARRING FOR COMPETITIVE DEVELOPMENT.
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DYNAMIC CONDITIONING DESIGNED TO DEVELOP APEED, AGILITY, POWER, COORDINATION AND ENDURANCE.
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STRUCTURED PROGRESSION AND GRADING OPPORTUNITIES THATT HELP STUDENT MEASURE THEIR DEVELOPMENT.
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Awareness, confidence and practical self-defense training.
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Our champions
Real students. Real moments. Achievements earned through their own dedication.
SANTHOSH GANGADHARAN
Gold · Ooty International Tournament
Gold · State Level Championship
Gold · National Karate Championship
Gold · All India Level Championship, Pondicherry
K. TAMILARASU
Silver · Ooty International Tournament
Silver · State Level Championship
Gold · King of the Bout Championship
Strength through balance
BUILD CONFIDENCE BEYOND THE DOJO.
Shido students take part in training events, camps, seminars and competitive karate experiences. Every events is an oppourtunity to learn, perform under pressure and grow together.
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SHIDO Gallery
Training, community and championship moments from the academy.
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Train with discipline. Build confidence. Develop the mindset of a champion.
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Questions & answers
What is SHIDO Karate Academy?+
A Goju Ryu karate academy founded in 2025, guided by Sensei Aakash Pk Vasan.
What does SHIDO mean?+
SHIDO means “Way of Guidance.” The academy’s philosophy is to guide students to be better.
Who teaches at SHIDO?+
Founder and chief instructor Sensei Aakash Pk Vasan is a 4th Dan Black Belt. He has trained since 2008 and taught since 2016.
What style of karate is taught?+
SHIDO teaches Goju Ryu karate.
Is the academy affiliated?+
SHIDO is affiliated with Karate India Organization (KIO) and Tamilnadu Sports Karate-Do Association (TSKA).
How do I find class times or fees?+
Contact the academy directly for current training availability, timings and fees.