Karate starts here

Development of body and character

Karate School

The karate club “Uchideshi” was founded in 2008. The name of the club translates from Japanese as “inner student” or “a student who lives in the teacher’s house.” In the tradition of Kyokushin karate, it symbolizes a person dedicated to continuous learning, self-improvement, and personal development. This idea is also reflected in the Kyokushin motto: “1,000 trainings are only the beginning of the path.” In Japan, the term uchideshi is also referred to as “wakajishi” — “young lions.” Today, this concept describes people who develop strength of character, discipline, self-control, and respect, overcome challenges, and take responsibility. The founder and head coach of the club is Sensei Yevhenii Honcharuk (3rd Dan). He has practiced Kyokushin karate since 1994 and has been working as a coach for over 20 years. Under his leadership, numerous national champions and medalists from Ukraine, Russia, and Germany have been trained, as well as athletes with achievements at European and World Championships. He holds a higher education degree in sports pedagogy, recognized by LaSuB (State Office for Schools and Education), as well as a DOSB coaching license (German Olympic Sports Confederation). He is also an official representative (Branch Chief) of the international organization World Kyokushin Kaikan (WKK).