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GKR Karate

Locality: Camira

Phone: +61 450 011 620

Address: Camira State School, 184-202 Old Logan Road 4300 Camira, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.gkrkarate.com

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24.01.2022 Sundays last class of 2019: Last class went off without a hitch. A good time was had by all, and a great turn out for the last class of 2019. Merry Christmas to all and hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable new year. Hope to see everyone back on the 12th of January for Sundays first class back for 2020.... Sensei Scott Dennis Sempai Amber Davis

23.01.2022 Advanced Kicking Seminar!

22.01.2022 Happy Birthday

22.01.2022 Congratulations to Harrison, Sienna and Sasha for grading to 7 kyu (ho), not long now till you go for your orange belts!! Congratulations to Taya for training hard today in class, as a result you get to wear the black belt in next weeks class!!

21.01.2022 We are back to training this week ! Training will be held on the oval so dont forget hats and shoes. We still have a few spots left so book in early to secure your spot for Saturday! Cheers, Sensei Ben

21.01.2022 Good Morning champions, can every student who owns a kick sheild please bring it to training on Saturday please as I would like to try out some kicking drills proir to the kicking seminar. Cheers Sensei Ben

20.01.2022 Congratulations to all that graded today ! Well done, solid effort! Sensei Ben

20.01.2022 Older students earning higher dan grades. I want to share my attitude toward older students earning higher dan grades. This certainly needs to apply in GKR but ...I suggest all karate head instructors consider adopting my approach. I recall when I began karate in 1964 there were no kids & from memory only one young woman. The focus was on great fighting (kumite) skill & on finesse, speed & precise technique in basics & kata. That still is nice to see today. Back in those early days in my club anyway, there were very few older people to cater for, maybe a few 40 year olds but that was it. When I began GKR in 1984 the publics appreciation of karate had evolved & there were some older people & lots of kids joining. Right now, 2018 in GKR we have many students in their 70s & some 80s, However back in 1984 it wasnt an issue but after a few years I had 60-70 year olds & a few even older who had achieved shodan & some even Nidan. I had to have a real attitude shift & say what is important here in relation to older students reach 3rd 4th or even 5th dan & possibly above. I recalled in 1986 visiting Hirokazu Kanazawas dojo, in Tokyo, an awesome & humble shotokan karate master. Kanazawa wasnt teaching on this particular session but was watching but as we were warming up before class I was wondering who would teach. I saw this older guy maybe 60-70 years old & his technique looked pretty basic, seemed barely shodan level. Finally when the class started it turned out this guy was the senior instructor & resident head Instructor for that dojo & was 6th or 7th dan. What could account for (in my eyes) his seemingly poor or lets say, basic technical ability. Maybe he had some injuries that affected his posture, stance, whatever. By the way his teaching & correction was great. Who was I to question him as one of Kanazawas top students. The lesson I learned was that I would be cautious in judging anyone, but particularly older students re certain aspects of there technique. The attitude I have is I want to know an older student is doing the best they can with what theyve got. So you older GKR students reading this & senseis qualified to recommend students for higher dan grading the criteria for grading is this: The student has put in the time. They have a good attitude. They are not pushy in their keenness to grade. They are doing the best they can with what theyve got, Eg age affects coordination & balance. Its come to my attention that some no doubt well meaning senseis have said or intimated to an older student, be thankful that youve got to Nidan/sandan, but at your age this might be your peak out grade. I would understand that attitude if the criteria is physical technique but theres more to karatedo than that. I would love to see older students 60s 70s even 80s reaching 6th & above as our longer serving students clock up the years with consistent training in GKR reach higher levels like the younger students in their prime. Why not some earn a Shihan or similar title of recognition. Food for thought guys. I invite your thoughts & opinions. See more

19.01.2022 Welcome home and Congratulations once again to our CHAMP ! #1 #TheChamp

19.01.2022 Come one, come all ... for Kata !!! Tomorrow we will focus on Kata Looking forward to another awesome morning of training with you champions ! Sensei Ben

18.01.2022 Hey, just a quick reminder that all classes this weekend will be open for the easter break! I have easter eggs for those who train extra hard at my class on the Saturday I have a fun class planned for our Easter weekend we will be working on kata, self defense and of course some more kicking drills. Plus a few fun Easter karate based games. ... See you all Saturday Sensei Ben

18.01.2022 Wanting to learn a new kata or refine the details of one you already know? Our kata dvd's now come in packs of 3.

16.01.2022 Hi everyone, just a heads up we will doing a kata class tomorrow so if you have any questions on your katas tomorrow is your chance to get them answered ! Looking forward to another awesome morning of training with you all ! Sensei Ben

15.01.2022 Dont let Covid-19 restrictions affect your physical fitness, your mental health, or your passion for starting an amazing new LIFE SKILL KARATE! Stay where you are well bring it to you! Please message us on 0450 011 620 or visit onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com for more information.

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Rosebie and Shane on their grading today !! Awesome effort and focus today ! Well done ! Sensei Ben

14.01.2022 To all GKR students, please find a short video from our founder and Chief Instructor, Kancho Robert Sullivan.

12.01.2022 Attention all Camira Dojo students: No training this Saturday 29/06/19 due to asbestos removal in the school. Cheers Sensei BenAttention all Camira Dojo students: No training this Saturday 29/06/19 due to asbestos removal in the school. Cheers Sensei Ben

11.01.2022 Congratulations to Sunday class students, Kerrie, Matt, Arun and Bailey for getting your green belts, and to Ezekiel for getting your first coloured belt! You all did an amazing job today and I cant wait to see those new belts next week at class!! Sensei Scott Dennis Sempai Amber Davis

10.01.2022 More action from our Christmas party !

09.01.2022 Looking forward to training with you all this weekend! Sensei Ben,

09.01.2022 Congratulations to both Sebastian and Emma for successfully grading today to their next level! Well done! Super proud! Sensei Ben

08.01.2022 Don't forget to bring kick shields/focus mitts along if you are attending the Advanced Kicking Seminar this weekend ! See you there ! Sensei Ben

07.01.2022 A few pix from our final class of the year ! Thanks for being a pleasure to teach everyone and for pushing me as an instructor! Had a fantastic year teaching you all, looking forward to another great year next year ! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy and safe new year ! Sensei Ben

07.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who came today to our karate training/social day I had a blast teaching you all and hanging out ! Here are some pix of our bowling session and also the results for bragging rights in the dojo ! #trainhardplayhard Cheers Sensei Ben

07.01.2022 We have some exciting News regarding our Live Classes. We now have Monday and Thursday nights added to the timetable. Monday from 6-7pm is with Sensei Jess and ...Thursday 6-7pm will be with Sensei Steve. If you havent already organised your Online Dojo please visit the link https://bit.ly/GKRAusOnlineDojo You wont be disappointed with the content that is updated almost daily and access to the Live classes to get Live training with a Live Sensei !! See more

06.01.2022 Wanting to learn a new kata or refine the details of one you already know? Our kata dvds now come in packs of 3.

06.01.2022 Good afternoon all, just a quick post as discussed last week I am putting it to a vote.. which Kata should we break down this week...? Vote - for kata Saifa Vote - for kata Seiunchin... Note- I have already had one vote for kata Seiunchin Cheers Sensei Ben

05.01.2022 Unfortunately Saturday class will be cancelled due to the election and the weather forecast. Sensei Ben Unfortunately Saturday class will be cancelled due to the election and the weather forecast. Sensei Ben

05.01.2022 Great to be back in the dojo! Dont forget to book your self in for next weeks class so you secure your spot and dont miss out on the fun ! Thanks for a great session everyone! See you all next week. Cheers Sensei Ben

05.01.2022 Just a reminder for next Sundays class (22/12). Usual start time - 9am. It will be an outdoor class followed by a BBQ at RJ richardson Park on Brisbane Terrace at Goodna. Its just up from the boat ramp at Goodna. If you would like to bring a plate to share you are more than welcome to do so. Dont forget hats, shoes and lots of sunscreen and plenty of water. ... If anyone has a problem getting there you can contact Sempai Amber on 0401596615 Hope to see you all there. Sensei Scott Dennis Sempai Amber Davis

05.01.2022 Super proud Sensei moment today ! Well done to all that graded and reached their next level today ! It was very hot but you all pushed through to achieve your goals! Congratulations Sensei Ben

04.01.2022 We are back to training this week ! Training will be held on the oval so don't forget hats and shoes. We still have a few spots left so book in early to secure your spot for Saturday! Cheers, Sensei Ben

04.01.2022 Karate and chocolate Birthday cake... what more could a guy want on a Saturday morning lol Happy Birthday once again Damien Christ You can have a Birthday every week from now on Sensei Ben ... Ps Natalie Christ awesome work on organizing the epic brithday cake !

03.01.2022 Congratulations to Sundays students, San, Jin and Jack for getting your orange tips (7th kyu ho) today! Han received her award for training like a black belt on the 23/02, and Sienna was awarded for training like a black belt this week. To all the Sunday students, there was a pair of thongs left at the end of class today, Amber will bring them to next weeks class.

03.01.2022 To all of the Saturday students just a reminder that there is no training on Saturday the 23rd of June 2018 due to asbestos removal in the school. Cheers Sensei Ben

03.01.2022 Just a reminder for next Sunday's class (22/12). Usual start time - 9am. It will be an outdoor class followed by a BBQ at RJ richardson Park on Brisbane Terrace at Goodna. It's just up from the boat ramp at Goodna. If you would like to bring a plate to share you are more than welcome to do so. Don't forget hats, shoes and lots of sunscreen and plenty of water. ... If anyone has a problem getting there you can contact Sempai Amber on 0401596615 Hope to see you all there. Sensei Scott Dennis Sempai Amber Davis

02.01.2022 Dont forget to bring kick shields/focus mitts along if you are attending the Advanced Kicking Seminar this weekend ! See you there ! Sensei Ben

02.01.2022 Good afternoon all, Sorry I forgot to mention on Saturday that there will be no training this week (Saturday 14 September) due to the school fate. Sensei Scott will be running his class as per normal on Sunday for those interested in getting in some training this weekend. Sorry again and please dont forget to bring those Focus Mitts to class next week ! ... Cheers Sensei Ben

02.01.2022 Congratulations to all that graded yesterday, very proud of you all and cant wait to see those new belts in class ! Sensei Ben

01.01.2022 Good News !! After much searching and enquiring we have been able to move the classes to a new venue. Our existing dojo at Springfield Lakes State School (Springfield Lakes Bvld) has welcomed us with open arms and we are able to start this Saturday/Sunday. Same start time. We would like to thank everyone for your patience and for training while we sorted out an alternate dojo.

01.01.2022 Don’t let Covid-19 restrictions affect your physical fitness, your mental health, or your passion for starting an amazing new LIFE SKILL KARATE! Stay where you are we’ll bring it to you! Please message us on 0450 011 620 or visit onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com for more information.

01.01.2022 Great to be back in the dojo! Don't forget to book your self in for next week's class so you secure your spot and don't miss out on the fun ! Thanks for a great session everyone! See you all next week. Cheers Sensei Ben