Congratulations to everyone who graded in October! Click through to see photos from GKR Karate dojos across Australia, New Zealand and the UK.

Grading Photos – October 2021

Congratulations to everyone who graded throughout October! As well as in-class gradings, our Zoom gradings continued for those students who were still in lockdown. It’s great to see some of you now getting back into the dojo, and we hope those of you who are still locked down can return soon! 👊

Here’s a selection of photos from gradings around our dojos across Australia, New Zealand the UK. Head over to our Facebook page to view the full album or to share your photos in the comments.

If you’ve graded recently, make sure you email the details to shimbun@gkrkarate.com to see your name featured in the next edition of Shimbun, the official GKR Karate magazine!

a photo taken of a computer screen showing multiple people in a zoom meeting wearing gi for karate grading

a group of students, some with orange belt, some with yellow, are cheering after they got there certificate of appreciation

small boy wearing an orange belt stands tall next to a man wearing a white tip black belt

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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Grading Photos – October 2021

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