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Karate vs Taekwondo: some differences Taekwondo is a Korean martial art with emphasis in sparring (fighting). The sparring in taekwondo is composed mainly of kicking, with little use of the upper body. Taekwondo incorporates elements of karate and Chinese martial arts, as well as indigenous Korean martial arts and is a young combat sport. The … Read more

Embrace the journey! Starting Karate at 30 (and over) Starting karate at age 30 (or above!) is absolutely possible, and can be a profoundly rewarding experience. It is never too late to begin your martial arts journey. Sensei Sandra has a particular interest and passion for teaching adults karate. Most adults in the dojo started … Read more

NEWS 8 February 2024It’s a new karate year! 🎊 Classes restarted Monday 22 January 2024, and young students showed great discipline and joy in attending during the last week of school holidays. Warm sunny days allow the doors to be open and sun and breeze onto the tatami. (The odd hot day is cool inside. … Read more

DOJO OKUKAN Shitoryu / Shitokai Athletes in Kumite Competition Athletes in KUMITE competition often use a simple version of HARAI UKE to help avoid CHUDAN attacks. HARAI UKE is a technique to sweep a straight kick or a straight body punch, or to help avoid an attack from the side like a roundhouse kick and … Read more