We had a few special presentations this morning for our amazing Little Champions! Congratulations to all of you for your hard work and dedication. Thank you for being YOU and bringing your best to every class! We’re also excited to welcome Hayden to the team! Hayden has been training for almost 10 years (since November

This week, we’re proud to celebrate two of our Little Champions reaching special training milestones! These boys have shown the true power of commitment. By turning up consistently and giving their best in every class, they’re not only growing in their martial arts skills but also building the foundation for future achievements. In karate—and in

The dojo is buzzing with excitement as our students get creative with their karate-themed chatterboxes! Want to join the fun and earn some bonus points in the Project Lift Member Competition? There’s still time to bring your chatterbox to class and rack up points before the challenge ends on Sat, 14 Sep. Check out this

We’re so proud of all our Little Champions for earning their new belts and tips this past week Below are a few photos of their awesome moments from throughout the week. A huge thank you to all the parents for your continued support in getting your kids to class consistently. Your encouragement makes all the

Sensei Bailey & Sensei Sami, Navigating a Busy Weekend with Leadership and Precision Last weekend, during our 3-day intensive and committee meeting, Sensei Bailey and Sensei Sami demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing the dojo. Their foresight and creativity ensured a smooth and productive environment, seamlessly integrating intensive training with regular classes. Their preparation made all

We’re beyond excited to see how everyone continues to grow from this experience as we set our sights on the 2026 Soke Cup on the Gold Coast. For those who gave it their all, the past few days were truly intensive. Over the course of three days (Friday-Sunday), participants dedicated a total of 19.5 hours

From the moment you stepped into our dojo back in 2010, we knew there was something special about you. It’s been an incredible journey watching you grow—not just as a martial artist, but as a leader, a mentor, and now, as you establish your own dojo (Coastal Karate Club). Your dedication, passion, and unshakeable spirit

Part 5 of our exclusive interview with Noonan Sensei, Australia’s most senior-ranked teacher of Chito-Ryu Karate-Do, is now live! In this episode we put Noonan Sensei in the hot seat, and ask him a number of questions from some other Chito-Ryu instructors from around Australia. Listen Now: https://karate4life.com/podcast/interview-with-michael-noonan-sensei-part-5/

Congratulations to all students who earned new kyu levels at our recent kobujutsu grading Here are a few photos taken soon after they received their certificates. Congratulations once again everyone!!!

Last Friday, Jedda took an inspiring step, joining our tournament squad class. It’s easy to feel intimidated as a beginner, but what often goes unnoticed is the support and thoughtfulness of our seniors, who guide and welcome newcomers. Jedda, your courage to step forward is the first step toward greatness, and with the team behind