We offer programs for children as young as 4yrs of age; which is our Kinda Ninjas classes, all the way to mature adult. It is never too early or too late to start karate.
Our Kinda Ninja classes are once a week. Students in our Senior & Junior programs are recommended to attend two classes a week. We also have Friday night general classes for students wanting extra training.
Yes! In fact, karate is fantastic for kids who don’t excel at team sports. That’s because with karate, everyone trains at their own pace, unlike team sports where kids might feel like they are letting the team down. Some kids learn quicker than others, but all children are encouraged to be their best.
People come to us of all fitness levels. We get natural-born athletes, and we get people who have a harder time with athletic endeavours. However, everyone gets the same focus and attention.
There is no pressure to be fit, as you work at your own pace. Karate will provide you with the skills necessary such as improved flexibility, coordination, balance, muscle strength and muscle tone, not to mention fat loss! You will notice an improvement with each class.
We often hear concerns such as “I have no coordination, I am not flexible enough, I am not fit enough”, but remember- you train to get fit. You don’t need to get fit to train.
Karate training exercises almost every muscle of your body. Will you be sore after your first ever Karate training session? Quite likely! But this is completely normal for any exercise activity that you’re not used to.
Yes, we do. We have 10 stages, with beginners starting as a white belt. The grading system in modern day Karate is a sign of having achieved a particular skill level that gives the student an indication on how they are progressing. As a visible sign, the colour of one’s belt lets other students in the class know what skill level to expect from their fellow students.
Yes. Our gradings are divided into Junior and Senior. The grading procedure typically involves a training session where experienced Karateka (typically black belts from 1st Dan onwards) examine the performance of the students, including basic techniques, Katas, sparring and self defence. In general, the further you advance in the study of Karate, the more precision and also fighting spirit is expected in the performance of all techniques. Familiarity with Dojo etiquette and also a good grasp of the Japanese terminology is also increasingly expected.
As with all physical activities, there is always a risk that injury may occur. We place such a huge focus on safety and injury prevention, we’re proud to say that injuries are very few and far between within our dojo.
In fact, because karate gets you in great shape, and makes you strong and flexible, people often see LESS injury in their lives. With a fully matted training area and experienced instructors, who ensure that all students are warmed up sufficiently, partnered up accordingly and taught techniques that are relevant to their skill level, the likelihood of getting injured in class is minimal. It is also a requirement that all students participating in sparring have appropriate personal protection equipment such as mitts, shins, groin guard and mouthguard.
No. Children are taught that karate is not to be used in aggression, but rather to defend themselves in life threatening situations. Aggressive behavior is channeled into assertiveness to increase the child’s self-esteem, increase self-discipline and build character. It is a strict rule that students are not allowed to practice karate outside of the dojo. And if children practice at home; that they do so with their parent’s supervision.
As for adults, Karate is about peace, balance & harmony. It’s about becoming in touch with your body and improving aspects of your life. Training in Karate will help you become flexible and strong. It will help grow your resilience and confidence.
The guiding principles of karate help you diffuse situations before violence becomes a part of them. However, if a hostile situation does ever come about, you’ll have the tools you need to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Just give us a call on 0488 258 820 and we can get you on your way to your first class with us.