Mahirah, who started her karate journey at just 4 years old, is once again stepping onto the mats for the final tournament of 2024—but this year, she’s not going alone! Her entire family—mum, dad, brother, and sister—are joining her, making this tournament a fun, family event. It’s a reminder that karate is more than competition—it’s

Our Team Australia athletes recently visited Meihodo, Aso, Japan, where they had the incredible opportunity to experience a variety of activities while building lasting friendships. From training to cultural exploration, this trip has been full of unforgettable moments that strengthen both their karate skills and team spirit. Stay tuned for more updates on the progress

We’re excited to see our Karate Kids putting in the work on team kata as we prepare for the final tournament of the year! To make the experience even more special, our senior belts have been teaming up with junior belts, offering guidance and encouragement—creating a supportive and inclusive training environment for everyone. Whether you’re

We’re halfway through the school holidays, and it’s been inspiring to see our Little Champions, Karate Kids, and Teens/Adults still bringing their best to the dojo! A big thank you to all the families for supporting your children’s training, and to our teens and adults, your commitment keeps the dojo spirit alive. We love seeing

Check out this short video featuring our Aussie athletes, Bailey, Sami, Julia, and Aimy, as they train alongside some of Higuchi Sensei’s students in Japan. We are incredibly proud of their commitment, focus, and passion. Keep pushing forward and growing with each session! Stay tuned for more updates on the progress of our Team Australia

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Here’s a short highlight reel of Bailey, Sami, Julia, and Aimy during their very first training session with Higuchi Sensei. We’re so proud of the hard work, dedication, and spirit each of you brings to your training. Keep up the great work!! Stay tuned for more updates on our Aussie athletes! “With peace, perseverance, and

The countdown has begun, with “36 DAYS TO GO” for our final tournament of the year, and we’re excited to invite all students to step up and give it a go—no matter your age or level, there’s a division for everyone! We understand that participating for the first time can feel intimidating, but tournaments are

A Lesson in Precision – Training with Ryuichi Nakamura Sensei It was great to train with Ryuichi Nakamura Sensei & his son Ryuo Nakamura yesterday. Over the years Nakamura Sensei and I have fought a number of times at Various Soke Cups. Even though his is not as big as me physically, the way he

Pushing Through the Heat and Mastering New Skills!! After morning training with 2nd Gen Soke this morning, we had a 1-hour break for breakfast and a short refresh before our second session of the day, a kumite session with Marc Waterfield Sensei. Even though it made for only a short break after morning training, we