Ravi lives with a disability and highlights the many benefits consistent karate training has given him.

GKR Stories – Ravi Ratnam

Ravi Ratnam, Australia

This week in GKR Stories, we hear from Ravi Ratnam from Australia. Ravi lives with a disability and highlights the many benefits consistent karate training has given him. Read Ravi’s story here…

I joined GKR Karate in May 2023, when I was living in Guildford West. I saw students training in the church hall across the road from me, so I decided to give Karate a go.

I live with a disability and Karate has helped me stay healthy and fit while keeping me busy, I do swimming as well. My mind feels fresh and clean and I have developed a good routine by attending classes twice a week and occasionally on the weekend. Like most people, I wish I had started karate earlier.

I have made many friends at GKR and it’s become like a family to me. I believe, and am proof, that a disability can’t stop you in achieving something you want to do.

I have learned Karate moves and Kata’s along my journey and am now a Red Belt. I have a better relationship with family members and friends too. Karate has taught me respect and peace and it has also assisted me in managing my behavioural problems. I am more mature and understanding now than I was before I started with GKR.

I would like to thank my Sensei, Sensei David, for his guidance, willingness, patience and understanding while teaching me and helping me on my journey.

GKR is a great club to join, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to learn Karate.

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Why GKR Karate?

GKR creates the right environment for our members to train in. Although we promote self defence and fitness, our style also fosters positive values, confidence, discipline, focus and well being. GKR teaches you not only how to punch and kick, it teaches you to be a better person.

We encourage students of all ages, from all walks of life to join our club and be part of the supportive ‘family’ that is GKR Karate.

Self Defence

Synonymous with martial arts, self defence and inner self confidence are one of the key takeaways from regular training. From the age of 5 GKR teaches basic self defence and extraction moves, continuing right through to our senior grades.
Weight Loss

Karate is a great way to lose or maintain a healthy weight, with most classes consisting of aerobic, stretching and toning activities. For those who may not have exercised in some time, GKR provides a supportive environment where students can train at their own pace and physical ability. Our classes are a mixture of men, women and children of all ages.
Focus

Many parents are keen to see their children develop greater focus and discipline through their martial arts training, and GKR’s classes provide the perfect environment. Instructors teach in a respectful and supportive atmosphere through karate inspired games, activities and drills.

Family

GKR promotes a family environment, encouraging kids, parents and relatives to all train in the same class. Staying a few karate grades behind your children, will encourage them to continue a regular training program.
Respect

As a traditional Japanese martial arts, karate promotes respect to our instructors, our club, each other and most importantly ourselves. This is a key part of your learnings as a student of GKR karate.
Friendships

Although karate is considered a solo sport, it is still the foundation for many life long friendships. Classes include games and partner work where children and adults alike take the opportunity to learn about and bond with their fellow class mates.

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GKR Stories – Ravi Ratnam

Ravi Ratnam, Australia

This week in GKR Stories, we hear from Ravi Ratnam from Australia. Ravi lives with a disability and highlights the many benefits consistent karate training has given him. Read Ravi’s story here…

We want to hear your story

Why GKR Karate?

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