KYOSHI GAVIN SAMIN | GKR Karate

KYOSHI

GAVIN SAMIN

Assistant Chief Instructor & International Vice President - GKR Karate International

Kyoshi Gavin Samin is GKR Karate’s Assistant Chief Instructor and International Vice President.

Gavin’s Martial Arts journey began at the age of 15 and continued on and off for a number of years before finding GKR Karate in 1992. At the time, Gavin was one of the first students to become a GKR Karate member in Sydney and he has been an essential part of the organization ever since.

In January 2004, Gavin became GKR’s first International Vice President and Senior Instructor, assisting in the continuing development of both karate training and management standards worldwide. Throughout his time in GKR, he has travelled to both Japan and Okinawa to further his own training and broaden his experience as an instructor. He currently holds the rank of 7th Dan black belt and was awarded the title of Kyoshi Shihan in November 2023.

Over the years, Gavin has been heavily involved in the establishment GKR’s karate training syllabus, including its instructor and tournament referee manuals, kids karate programs and annual Black Belt camps for our senior grades.

Whether its kata, kumite, close quarter combat, defence or attack, Gavin has an outstanding skill set and exceptional communication skills that befit the title of Shihan (Master Instructor).
Gavin lives in QLD, and continues to travel around Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom conducting seminars, training camps and Black Belt gradings.

As an experienced high-performance coach and leadership mentor, Gavin released his debut book ‘Force Field’ in 2023. In it, he shares powerful strategies on developing an unbreakable mindset and unlocking your full potential. Visit forcefieldbook.com for further information.

Kyoshi Gavin Samin can be contacted at gsamin@gkrkarate.com or via the contact form below.

To contact KYOSHI GAVIN SAMIN, please fill out the form below or call: 08 8368 0600

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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About GKR

To contact KYOSHI GAVIN SAMIN, please fill out the form below or call: 08 8368 0600

Why GKR Karate?