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International Women’s Day 2022

March 8, 2022 | All Articles Families Inspirational Students

We interviewed some of GKR Karate's prominent female role models to find out what International Women's Day means to them...

Grading Photos – December 2021

January 14, 2022 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

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

Benefits of Karate for People With Disabilities

December 3, 2021 | All Articles Health and Fitness Inspirational Students

GKR Karate classes are non-contact, safe and fun, focusing on the physical and emotional development of each individual student, making it the perfect activity for people with disabilities…

Grading Photos – November 2021

December 1, 2021 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

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

Karate World Championships – November 2021

November 5, 2021 | All Articles

More than 1000 karateka from 117 countries are registered to compete at the 2021 Karate World Championships in Dubai this month.

Grading Photos – October 2021

November 3, 2021 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

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

Kata: Our Perception Of Perfection

October 31, 2021 | karate do Kata Self Defence Training

If kata mocks us all, why do some adore it while others fear it? The answer lies in the way we perceive its mockery.

Grading Photos – August & September 2021

October 20, 2021 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

Congratulations to everyone who graded recently! Click through to see photos from around our dojos…

Where to watch Karate at the Tokyo Olympics

August 4, 2021 | All Articles

For the first time ever in Olympic history, Karate has been included at Tokyo 2020. The events will be held in…

Grading Photos – June & July 2021

July 29, 2021 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

Congratulations to everyone who graded throughout May! It was extra awesome to see our UK students finally able to get back into the dojo again. …

Grading Photos – May 2021

June 15, 2021 | All Articles Families Grading Inspirational Students

Congratulations to everyone who graded throughout May! It was extra awesome to see our UK students finally able to get back into the dojo again. …

Grading Photos – March & April 2021

May 3, 2021 | All Articles Grading Inspirational Students

Congratulations to all GKR Karate students who have graded recently!…

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.

Have a question or require further information? Get in contact with us today.

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