The United Goju Seminars aim to encourage associations to share and learn from one another with an open mind, and to gain a broader perspective of Goju as a whole. The UGS also welcomes styles and groups that complement or are historically linked to Goju.

The beauty of Goju is the vastness of the system. Although there are variations in the way different Ryu train, we are all spokes of the same wheel.

The UGS does not favour any one group. All students and instructors attend as equals.

The event is open to all martial artists regardless of style or background.

Goju Ryu is a traditional Okinawan Martial Art formally established in 1933. It is based on several southern styles of Gong Fu from the Foochow area of China. While the syllabus focuses on unarmed self-defence techniques and principles, this is a full scope art which includes classical weapons, throws, groundwork, fitness training and mental preparation.

Initially the focus is on self-defence techniques that are natural, simple and effective. This is then systematically developed into dealing with more complex situations and solutions. The name 'Goju Ryu' means 'hard-soft school', which emphasises the aim of incorporating all types of movements- relaxed and flowing to fast and direct. This has led to a rich and dynamic style that is appropriate for anyone.