SHIHAN ANTONIE DE BRUIN

SHIHAN

ANTONIE DE BRUIN

Zone Director - Auckland, New Zealand

Antonie is the Zone Director and Senior Instructor for Auckland, Region 18. He oversees the training and administration of over 20 classes, 30 branch instructors and literally hundreds of students who train each and every week. Antonie has been the Regional Instructor of this area since 2017.

He has been a member of GKR since 1992 and currently holds the rank of 6th Dan Black Belt. Antonie began his training in Adelaide, South Australia and spent 9 years as a Senior Instructor/Regional Manager in Melbourne, Australia.

In 2006, Antonie was appointed the role of Zone Director and now oversees the ongoing training and support of Senior Instructors/Regional Managers, Branch Instructors and students throughout New Zealand.

GKR Qualifications

IGKF Member
IGKF Certified Zone Director
Accredited First Aid Trainer
Accredited Trainer of IGKF Regional Instructors
Level 6 Accredited IGKF Tournament Judge and Referee

GKR Karate training locations in Auckland, Region 18 :

Whitford – – Everglade – Glen Innes – Glendowie – Homai – Mount Wellington – Onehunga – Ormiston – – – Papakura – Point England – Mount Roskill – Clendon Park

To contact SHIHAN ANTONIE DE BRUIN, please fill out the form below or call: 021 323 061

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? Contact us today.

About GKR

GKR Qualifications

GKR Karate training locations in Auckland, Region 18 :

To contact SHIHAN ANTONIE DE BRUIN, please fill out the form below or call: 021 323 061

Why GKR Karate?