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GKR Karate

Locality: Deception Bay, Queensland

Phone: +61 407 695 005

Address: Christ the King School, 54 Thompson Street 4508 Deception Bay, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.gkrkarate.com/

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25.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS!!! ABSOLUTE AWESOMENESS!!! A MASSIVE WELL DONE to all of our students who successfully graded to their next belt level today at our f...irst Grading in 5 months. Each and every student should be extremely proud of their achievement as it came with the extra challenge of our classes being on hold for a few weeks. I was personally very impressed by the focus and determination of our younger students across all belt levels as their resilience has been tested in recent times in many ways. A HUGE THANK YOU to all of our outstanding instructors for their commitment and compassion to help their students prepare for today and for assisting to make the event such a success for all present. Also a sincere thank you to all of our Karate families who train, teach and support our club as the belief you have in us means the world to me. Remember to take the strength from today’s Grading into your next class at the Dojo and enjoy the next step. Yours with much respect, Andrew Howell Regional Instructor See more

24.01.2022 Hello R24 Karateka, You may have heard the rumour and it’s true as our next Grading has been confirmed for Sunday the 9th of August at 10am in the Bokarina Dojo.... Feel free to talk with your Sensei regarding what is required from yourself so you can qualify to attempt your next belt level. As Instructor and Student share the path together and they share the obligation to grow together as well. See more

24.01.2022 BEACH CLASS THIS SUNDAY!!! Get excited to end your Karate year the best way possible and either return your slip at class or sms 0407695005 to book your place.

23.01.2022 Our Grading is TOMORROW and please remember the following to ensure you are prepared the best way possible. 1. Please plan to arrive at 9:30 for a 10am start as... the check in process can take a few minutes. 2. Please wear your full uniform as Training Tees are only for regular classes. 3. Also please remember to have your badge sewn or pinned on or you will have to purchase one at the start. 4. Bring your own water as we can’t use the drink fountains. 5. Sleep well, eat a good breakfast and remember that your Sensei believes in you otherwise you wouldn’t be invited to attend. 6. Look forward to the challenge and enjoy the experience from the beginning to the end. See more

23.01.2022 ONLINE DOJO HOME TRAINING IS HERE!!! Hello Students and Parents, We tried out some of the new online classes and had a great time training with Shihan Anthony, ...Sensei Ash and Sensei Jan at home. Really beneficial drills and great tips along the way as well plus the Kata video breakdowns are fantastic. Can’t wait to train with Sensei Alex Pereda tomorrow and do some more Kata practice too. If you haven’t already checked it out through the email that was sent recently then click on this link https://onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com/store78476au

23.01.2022 Bunkai day at Deception Bay: Understanding kata beyond the set pattern enables us to not only utilise the movements out of sequence for our bunkai, but to combine multiple kata for one situation. Here we used a combination of 2 Kyu grade kata with one of our Shodan- Ho kata.... Can you pick them? (Listen for Sensei Paul smirk at the end.)

23.01.2022 Hello R24 Students and Families, Our final Grading for 2020 is tomorrow and it’s certainly going to be an exciting morning for all attending. Please take note o...f the following details so that your day can be the best it can. Aim to be there to check in at 9:30am as the school has part of the car park closed due to some construction work there and it may take you an extra 5 minutes to walk. When checking in at the admin desk please hold off all equipment purchases and membership enquiries to after the Grading has started or until the end to avoid unnecessary delays. Please ensure you wear your full uniform and this also includes a badge on your jacket otherwise you will be asked to purchase one and pin it on. If you have any jewellery please remove it or cover it with appropriate tape for your safety. As in any class please bring your own filled water bottle. If you haven’t been to the Kawana Dojo before allow extra time to find the entry and follow others to the hall. Rest up tonight, eat well and be prepared to enjoy the challenge and display your very best. See more

23.01.2022 Hello Students and Families, We are at the Morayfield Shopping Centre Sports Sign On Event from today until Saturday offering Free Membership and Discounted Uni...forms for those wanting to start training with us. If you have a friend or a family member who is interested in joining the GKR family then send them down to talk with us or tag them in this post. As we all need a gentle push of encouragement sometimes. See more

23.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS to our new Sempai Team!!! Their 8 week course was put on hold due to the temporary closure of our classes and in the past two weeks th...ey have shown great improvement indeed. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to Sensei Jason Witham and Sensei Carly Deakin for running the newly revamped course expertly and for being outstanding mentors to the group. It’s an absolute pleasure to introduce our new members of the Region 24 Instructor Team from left to right with the exception of the 2 smiling bookends and the spiky haired guy in the middle... Sempai Joshua James-Rayner, Sempai Rodney Whitaker, Sempai Gavin Chainey, Sempai John Douglas Pratt, Sempai Scot Kirkwood, Sempai Iszabella Randall, Sempai Amanda Fardell Sempai Janis Lamont and Sempai Belinda Thornton. Enjoy teaching and most importantly enjoy helping others improve their Karate and their lives too. Yours with much respect, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

22.01.2022 Good morning and happy Sunday, A big thank you to all of our Students and Parents for supporting our classes and their Karate friends this week by training with...in the guidelines we have put in place for the time being. Also a very special thank you to our outstanding Instructor Team for their great work in assisting everyone to still enjoy their Karate in our Dojos and to stay healthy both physically and mentally during this challenging time. We will continue to make adjustments when asked to so that we can provide a much needed positive activity for all of our Karate families. As always please remember our vital lessons of patience, compassion and respect towards all others in your life and particularly in your local community. Yours with much gratitude, Andrew Howell Regional Instructor See more

22.01.2022 Remember to be a humble student and not a keyboard warrior

22.01.2022 QUEENSLAND STATE TITLES 2020!!! Well done to all who competed from across Qld and particularly our R24 representativeness as they did very well on an absolut...ely stinking humid day. Every person who entered should be very proud of themselves for stepping up and facing their own fears and for those that were awarded a medal we are extremely happy of your achievements to say the least. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all of the officials, instructors, support crew, families, friends and Management Team who made the day the success that it was. Feel free to share any results and photos in the comments below and bring your medals to class this week to encourage your Dojo mates to enter next year. Yours with much respect and gratitude, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

21.01.2022 Wishing an extra Happy Easter to all Students, Instructors and Families as it’s been a little challenging and a bit different of late. However we can always count on 3 important things and that’s Chocolate Compassion and of course Karate Enjoy your day in the way that matters to you

21.01.2022 Have you been enjoying the Kata video options in the Online Dojo? Are you using them on a regular basis to have some zen time for yourself or for your children? #staytrainingandstayinthegame

21.01.2022 ALL OUR CLASSES ARE BACK AS PER TIMETABLE FROM TONIGHT! With the lifting of the lockdown in the Moreton Bay Council area we are able to reopen with the followin...g provisions in place to ensure everyone stays healthy and happy for the next 2 weeks. - All students 13 and over must wear a mask when entering and exiting the Dojo as well as during the sign in process. Masks can be removed whilst training as Karate is certainly strenuous exercise. - All students and instructors to maintain the 1.5 metre social distance gap during class and also during drink breaks. - Parents who do not train that stay in the hall must wear a mask at all times. - Please use the hand sanitizer provided before and after class as well as during drink breaks. - No partner work, sparring or kick shield work to take place. - If you are feeling unwell then please do not attend and seek medical advice. Thank you in advance as we are so happy that we can return to have all of our classes open again as Karate is a important part of all of our lives. Also please remember our classes will be running on Good Friday and over ALL OF THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AS WELL. Stay healthy and stay AWESOME. See more

21.01.2022 TOURNAMENT ENTRIES ARE DUE BY TONIGHT!!! So that you don’t miss out on this AWESOME event either hand your entry to your Sensei at class or email them to [email protected] Contact Sensei Andrew on 0407695005 if you have any questions.

20.01.2022 We are so pleased to have the opportunity to support Inclusive Kids who do a wonderful job of helping out kids in need on the Sunshine Coast! We have pledged to... donate $5 to Inclusive Kids for every new student who enrols into our classes between now and the end of the year! If you have ever thought about getting started, now is the best time! Kids, Adults and Family classes available! classes available 6 days a week! over 15 dojo’s from Kallangur to Gympie Get in touch www.gkrkarate.com Or call us directly; Deb 0400 988 469 Jas 0472 520 139 #gkrkarate #gkrkaratesunshinecoast #inclusivekids #gkrkaratesunshinecoastkidsclub

20.01.2022 Here is a great chance for all of us to train with Shihan Gavin and support our mates in too!

20.01.2022 URGENT NEWS REGARDING OUR CLASSES. Please read carefully and feel free to contact me on 0407695005 or by email [email protected] if you have any urgent questions. Stay healthy and let’s all continue to support each other in our local communities and in our club. Warm regards, Andrew Howell... Regional Instructor See more

19.01.2022 Life has thrown us a temporary curve ball, but that doesn't mean our health, fitness, self-defence skills or enjoyment of karate has to end. During this peculi...ar period, GKR Karate is bringing the dojo to you. Online classes for all grades and ages, covering all facets of training; and all classes are designed with limited space in mind. There is no reason why your skills and fitness can't continue to improve right now. It just requires a tiny bit of self-discipline on your part to get the ball rolling. And the beauty of self-discipline, is its only difficult for a few minutes, because after this, motivation to keep going kicks in.

19.01.2022 TOMORROW IS OUR XMAS BEACH CLASS!!! This is going to be such a FUN way to end our Karate year and kick any negatives from 2020 away for good!!! Remember if you haven’t handed in your slip then register by sms to Sensei Andrew on 0407695005

19.01.2022 URGENT NORTH LAKES CLASS RELOCATION FOR TODAY! Due to the hall being used by the school today our 4:30pm and 5:45pm classes are being held on the Performing Art...s Hall on the same campus. Sensei Danny Frederiksen will be waiting for you there and Sensei Elizabeth Shikito Randall will be at the Sports Stadium to redirect students to the temporary location for this evening only. Thank you for understanding and we hope you have a great evening full of Karate fun and sweaty smiles See more

19.01.2022 I am sure you are missing your Instructors as much as they are missing you. However there is no reason to miss enjoying your training and in particular your Kat...a development and refinement. So if you haven’t already checked out the 2 videos for each Kata then you definitely need to as Sensei Jan Lopez demonstrates them with pin point precision and gives some vital tips as well. See more

18.01.2022 URGENT INFORMATION REGARDING THE LOCKDOWN IN GREATER BRISBANE. The following classes will unfortunately not be running due to the State Government 3 day Lockdow...n from 5pm tonight to 5pm on Thursday. Bribie Island Burpengary Caboolture Kallangur Morayfield North Lakes The Deception Bay class on Thursday will still go ahead as the start time of 6pm allows travel time to the venue for those in the immediate area. ALL OTHER CLASSES will run as per our current timetable and will contain no partner work, Kick Shield work or sparring with all students being 1.5m-2m away from each whilst following our CovidSafe plan we have in all of our venues. As always use the hand sanitizer provided at each class or bring your own if you prefer and use it every drink break as well as before and after class. The wearing of masks is not compulsory when social distance is maintained in a venue however if any student, Parent or Instructor prefers to wear one they are obviously very welcome to do so. If you have any questions feel free to contact me on 0407695005 or by email [email protected] As always let’s work together and help support each other so we can all get back in the Dojo to enjoy what we love to do and that’s GKR KARATE!!! Yours sincerely, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

18.01.2022 NORTH LAKES AND DAKABIN DOJOS RETURN TODAY!!! Your instructors can’t wait to see you in class this afternoon and tonight so grab your Gi and get ready to have some fun!!!

18.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS!!! YAHOO!!! A MASSSSSSIVVVVEEEE WELL DONE to our Region 24 attendees who were successful at our 2020 Queensland Black Belt Grading. All were f...ocused and committed to the task at hand and our representatives stood out amongst the group for all the right reasons. An extremely important day for everyone present and it was an absolute pleasure to see the following Karateka achieve their respective Grading. Shodan Ho(Provisional Black Belt) Meghan Bowman Belinda Francis Sensei Andrew Packman Sensei Jeff Lamont Jamie White Brodie Wolfenden Ben Morgan Shodan(1st Dan Black Belt) Sensei Kieren de Maroussem Emi Leech Anissa Cornford Sensei Chris Holloway Sensei Paul Abernethy Sensei Gavin Chainey Ray Page Nidan(2nd Dan Black Belt) Sensei Annique Smith Sandan(3rd Dan Black Belt) Sensei Danni Milton Sensei Daniel MacRae Yondan(4th Dan Black Belt) Sensei Fabian Mendoza Please give these fantastic role models and instructors in our club a fist bump when you see them in the Dojo next week. Yours with much respect, Andrew Howell Regional Instructor

17.01.2022 Lots of fun with Sensei Deb Howell and Sensei Dylan Brennan for our first Online Dojo Zoom class this morning and a big WELL DONE to our students who did absolu...tely AWESOME!!! There was even some special awards for 2 outstanding young students who will receive them via email. Remember all Online Dojo subscribers have access to these classes for only $7.95 a week per household so get on it and get back in the Dojo!!! See more

17.01.2022 It’s the perfect time to focus on refining your Kata and even perhaps learning a new one at class. As our Instructors are looking forward to seeing you in the Dojo tonight so we can all stay happy and healthy with Karate training.

16.01.2022 BREAKING KARATE NEWS!!! With some younger students being able to return to school Sensei Deb has put her afternoon Kids Club Classes back an hour to kick o...ff at 4pm from today. Plus why not do a double header by training with Sensei Carly straight afterwards as it’s the best way to catch up with your Karate friends and family. See more

16.01.2022 Remember you can start your day tomorrow with a 30 minute Karate Class with Sensei Deb Howell via Zoom at 9am. This is certainly suitable for all levels of experience and fitness however sweat and smiles are compulsory.

16.01.2022 YAHOOO!!! Our Online Dojo timetable for subscribers is being finalised over the next few days and will be available Friday morning with our first LIVE cl...ass on Saturday morning with Sensei Deb Howell. As we are sure you are missing your training as much as your instructors are missing you. See more

15.01.2022 Our FIRST LIVE ONLINE CLASSES BEGIN TOMORROW at 9am with Sensei Deb teaching a Kids Club suitable for all levels who want a good mix of fun and learning. ... These classes are available to all Online Dojo subscribers and their families also to be able to connect with their Karate community. The Online Dojo has proven very popular with instructional videos being added almost daily and now you can also train with a local instructor via Zoom with other live classes being announced over the next few days. If you haven't already signed up, get started with a free 3 day trial at http://onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com or call Sensei Andrew 0407695005 if you have any questions. See more

14.01.2022 Who is a little guilty of these?.... It’s the best habit to have in life

14.01.2022 XMAS BEACH CLASS THIS SUNDAY! The weather is clearing and there is a very high chance of AWESOMENESS If you haven’t been to one of our EPIC Beach Classes t...hen you are guaranteed to have fun, get sandy, get wet, learn lots of cool stuff and just incase you missed it have FUN!!! Remember to either hand in your booking slip at class or sms to 0407695005 to attend. See more

14.01.2022 SOME EXCITING NEWS AND STAY TUNED FOR AN UPDATE SOON!!! #staytrainingandstayinthegame

13.01.2022 To our past and present serving men and women and to their families we thank you. Lest we forget.

13.01.2022 Hello R24 students and families, With the lifting of some restrictions in Queensland our classes will be opening as soon as we are given the green light for eac...h venue as our classes are in a number of different locations and council areas. The GKR management team headed by Shihan Gavin Samin are doing their very best to speed up this process and to ensure we can all train in safe environment. Thank you all for your patience as I am sure you are missing your Karate family and friends as much as your Instructors are missing you. Watch this space for updates and the official dates that our classes will be returning!!! Yours with much gratitude, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

13.01.2022 Happy Easter to all of our Region 24 Students, Instructors, Families and Friends in this strange and interesting time. We sincerely hope everyone is enjoying to...day the best way they can and still finding time for a chocolate egg or ten. Please remember to reach out and keep in contact with those that matter to you, because in Karate the lesson of compassion is one of the most important ones we learn. See more

13.01.2022 BREAKING KARATE NEWS!!! From THIS WEDNESDAY ONWARDS classes return at the Sunshine Beach, Morayfield and Dakabin Dojos!!! As we have now been given perm...ission from those schools to resume teaching there from the 1st of July. We will also have other locations returning over the next 2 weeks and the Bokarina, Coolum and Gympie Dojos will start again on the 13th of July in line with the first day of Term 3. Thank you to our parents and students for their patience and support as it has meant a lot to our club and especially our Instructors who can’t wait to see everyone and their big smiles at class this week! Please remember to book in by sms to Sensei Andrew Howell on 0407695005 as we can only currently have 20 people per venue until further notice from the State Government. See more

13.01.2022 Classes may be temporarily closed but the GKR Karate Online Dojo is ALWAYS OPEN! Offering high quality training materials & regular online tuition from some of ...GKR Karate’s most senior instructors to keep your karate sharp whilst training from home. Head to https://onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com to register and get started. We're ready for you to bow-in!

12.01.2022 Are you up for some morning fitness and fun? Sensei Deb Howell is teaching 30 minute morning classes at 9am today and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through the Online Dojo. Get into it and get happy training at home.

12.01.2022 What do you love the most about your local Dojo?

12.01.2022 Remember that ALL of our classes are operating as per timetable over the Public Holidays and throughout the School Holidays as well with the temporary lockdown ...ended. Please remember to wear your mask when entering and exiting the Dojo as well as before and after class if you are over 12 years of age but leave the Ninja Throwing Stars at home... See more

11.01.2022 HAPPY KARATE MONDAY! 1. Please remember to listen to your Sensei as they will always have your best interests at heart. 2. Also it’s ok to ask them what y...ou have to work on and develop. 3. Refer to number 1 otherwise you shouldn’t have asked. With our Assessment classes on at Bokarina tomorrow night and Burpengary on Wednesday make sure you are there and ready to display your best. Also you should have a Grading plan in place with your Sensei if not then discuss one as Sunday is approaching very rapidly and it’s our second last Grading for the year. #aimforprogression #beopentoimprovement See more

09.01.2022 #wearealltherewithyou

08.01.2022 XMAS BEACH CLASS 2020!!! Such a fun way to end our Karate year with our students, families and instructors and even better when you get to throw a fri...end around too A BIG BIG THANK YOU to all who came along today by either training or being support crew as it was so enjoyable to have our beach classes again after this sometimes mad and challenging year. Everyone literally embraced our beach Bunkai and the jumping Karate Kid kicks in the water were a great way to finish Also a special thank you to my stuntmen Sensei Jason Witham and Sensei Dylan Brennan for making me look superhuman Once again thank you for supporting today as I enjoyed it immensely as well and I deeply appreciate all of our wonderful Karate families for they are what really makes teaching so rewarding. Yours with much gratitude, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

08.01.2022 REGIONAL KATA TOURNAMENT FINALLY OVERCOMES COVID-19 SHUTDOWN!!! Such a special experience to have the Tournament that we planned to hold in March happ...en today!!! It was certainly a morning full of smiles, camaraderie, sportsmanship, awesome Karate and LOTS of medals. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all of our dedicated Instructors and Officials who made the day the AWESOME success that it was for everyone involved. It was our first time running this style of Kata Round Robin Tournament and it was great to see how much the competitors and judges enjoyed the minimum 3 rounds per entrant as it made for some very close decisions in the medal tally. Well done to all of our competitors as the standard was solid across all divisions and particularly amongst our younger first timers and our Junior Team Kata entrants who were AWESOME in their focus and encouragement of one another. Whether you won a medal or did your best version of a Kata that you have before take that positive to class tomorrow night and hold your head a little higher in a humble way. Yours with much respect, Andrew Howell Regional Instructor See more

08.01.2022 KATA TOURNAMENT IS ONLY 6 DAYS AWAY!!! Our regional Tournament is coming up really really fast and why not challenge yourself and join your Dojo frien...ds in a Team event. This is the ideal way to pave a path towards our State Titles in December with 3 guaranteed rounds of Kata competition in individual events. If you haven’t already handed in your entry then you have until this Thursday and you can either do so at your class or email it to [email protected] See more

08.01.2022 YAAAAAAHOOOOO!!!! A HUUUGGGEEE CONGRATULATIONS to all of our students who successfully achieved their next belt level at our Regional Grading. It was a w...arm morning in the Dojo and every Karateka certainly stood up to the challenge to do themselves, their families and their Sensei very proud indeed. An extra well done to our 22 new Yellow Belts who showed that they are made of tough stuff and are on the right path to Black Belt. Also a special mention to Remy and Elliot who set a high standard for all and were outstanding examples of what it truly takes to Grade to 1st Kyu Brown Belt. Thank you to our dedicated and passionate Instructor Team for their encouragement and guidance leading up to the day and for their phenomenal teamwork to ensure the Grading was a great experience for all students and their families. Please remember to take the attitude of friendship and support that we talked about into the Dojo tonight so that we can all achieve more than what we thought we could ever do alone. Yours with respect, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

07.01.2022 HAPPY NEW KARATE YEAR! Wishing all of our GKR family close and far the very best for 2021 and that the coming year brings us more good things than what we... expected and less time away from the Dojo and the true friends we make there. A sincere thank you to all of our dedicated students, their supportive families and our outstanding volunteer instructors who made every class a win for us as a club in 2020. My gratitude is beyond measure for how much everyone pulled together when we really needed each other during the challenging year that it was for GKR. See you in the Dojo from this Monday the 4th onwards as your Sensei will be missing you as much as you are missing them too. Yours with much respect, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

07.01.2022 THE ONLINE DOJO IS OPEN TODAY...AND EVERYDAY TOO! With such a wealth of choices for all levels of ability and ages plus with new content being added all the tim...e this is the perfect alternative to our traditional classes. Why not challenge a friend or a family member to do more than you today? How about you set yourself a new goal or training routine with our online classes? Maybe kids can use positive screen time as exercise time as well? Most importantly get on board with this for your physical and mental well being....and I forgot to mention it’s a whole lot of fun as well for everyone! Feel free to post any photos, videos or feedback in the comments section so you can encourage others to benefit from this fantastic training option too! https://onlinedojo.gkrkarate.com/store78476au

07.01.2022 Embrace the challenge, enjoy the development and feel the sense of accomplishment on your path this week.

07.01.2022 Sending out a HAPPY FATHERS DAY to all of our Karate Dads, Step Dads, Grandads, Great Grandads and all the father figures/role models who stepped up to help out... when it was needed. Enjoy your day whether that’s some quality time in person or over Zoom as us Dads are an easily pleased bunch with the simple needs of food and fun with our families...also we love Dad jokes because they are the best. So if you are going to buy a present for your Dad avoid Velcro because it’s a rip off.... How did Darth Vader know what Luke Skywalker got him for Fathers Day? He felt his presents... Did you hear about the Dad that accidentally ate some Scrabble tiles? Well his next trip to the toilet spelled disaster... Let the Dad jokes and the laughter flow thick and fast today...and if you have a great(because they all are!) Dad joke then comment below! See more

07.01.2022 Only a few days away until we can release an official timetable for our Online Dojo subscribers!

07.01.2022 BRAND NEW CLASS TONIGHT WITH SENSEI DANNI! We have added a later class due to the popular demand from our Online Dojo subscribers so enjoy training toni...ght with Sensei Danni from the Kallangur Dojo. If you haven’t already joined the Online Dojo community then you are MISSING out on access to live Zoom Classes and 70 training videos from GKR Senior instructors and for $7.95 a week it’s phenomenal value too. #staytrainingandstayhealthy #stayconnectedtoyourclub #stayinthegame #staystrong See more

07.01.2022 Such an AWESOME experience being able to see the Region 24 Instructors and have the privilege to teach and sweat with them last night via Zoom in my new home Do...jo. Have certainly missed their weird faces and well done to all of them who showed Shoshin(beginners mind) and embraced how we can still train in Karate and connect through technology. #staytrainingandstayinthegame See more

07.01.2022 Homework time? Kata refinement? Learn a new Kata?

07.01.2022 The voice we always listen to is our own so make sure you remind yourself to keep going and to overcome what is trying to hold you back.

05.01.2022 KARATE CLASSES ARE COMING BACK VERY SOON!!! We’re in the process of confirming reopening dates with our venues and as per the previous update last week w...ith our classes being in a number of different locations the process is happening in stages. Stay tuned to this page for accurate information and please check your inbox for updates as to when your local Dojo is up and running. The following locations are about to return and a new revised timetable will be available next week as others are confirmed. -Bli Bli Dojo Saturday the 13th of June 9am. -Burpengary Dojo Saturday the 13th of June 9am & 10:30am, Monday the 15th 7pm and Wednesday the 17th 7pm. -Caloundra West Dojo Tuesday the 16th of June 4pm and Friday the 19th 6pm. -Deception Bay Dojo Thursday the 18th of June 6pm and Saturday the 20th 9am. -Kallangur Dojo Wednesday the 17th of June 6pm. -Nambour Dojo Wednesday the 17th of June 6pm and Thursday the 18th 4:30pm. -Tewantin Dojo Monday the 15th of June 6pm. All instructors will follow our Covid-19 safety plan to ensure we can all train in a safe and positive manner and guidelines will be explained to students and parents before each class resumes. Feel free to call or email me if you have any questions and once again check this page and your email inbox daily please for up to date information. Thank you to every student, parent, friend and instructor for your patience and your support as it’s meant the world to us and WE CANNOT WAIT to see you all back in the Dojo soon. Yours with much gratitude, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor 0407695005 [email protected] See more

04.01.2022 GRADING DAY TOMORROW!!! It’s certainly very exciting to be able to run our first regional Grading since March and if you have been given the authorisation from ...your Sensei then please note the following important points. - Be early please to avoid any minor delays and particularly if you haven’t been to the Bokarina Dojo before as it’s tricky to find. If you aim to be there at 9:30am it gives you enough time to park, walk, get changed, check in, warm up and be ready for the 10am start. - Please wear full Gi which includes jacket with a badge sewn or pinned on as you will be asked this as you check in and badges are for sale there as well. Training Tees are only an option for classes and are not to be worn at Gradings. - Remember to bring your own full water bottle as no access to drink fountains is allowed for the time being. - Use the hand sanitizer stations as you enter, as you leave and at every drink break during the Grading please. - Please remember to be mindful of your social distance at all times when entering and leaving the Dojo, as well as when queuing up to check in, also when families are seated together and when taking photos afterwards too. - There will be no partner work or Sparring for this Grading as per our current Covid Safe Plan in all of our classes. - If you or a family member you live with are feeling unwell then contact Sensei Andrew Howell on 0407695005 beforehand and stay home to ensure that yourself and others stay healthy. - Most importantly enjoy the experience and let it be a reminder of your perseverance during this challenging time in history. See more

04.01.2022 ARE YOU READY FOR OUR KATA TOURNAMENT? Have you got your entry in? Is your 3 person Kata Team excited? Has your Dojo got it’s sights on the R24 Dojo Cup? If you have any questions contact Sensei Andrew on 0407695005 or email your entry to [email protected]

04.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS!!! Absolutely AWESOME focus and efforts today from all of our R24 Students at our November Grading and each and every person certainly disp...layed their very best from start to finish. An extra special well done to our 35 new Yellow Belts who were an absolute credit to themselves and their instructors. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to our Instructor Team for their encouragement and leadership today to ensure that all of our students and their families had a fantastic morning. Remember to keep on learning and developing in your training and to enjoy the challenges overcome along the way. Yours with respect, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

04.01.2022 OOOOHHHHH YEAAAAHHHH!!! WE ARE BACK!!! The below Dojos are resuming classes again with Burpengary and Bli Bli starting from TOMORROW and all others from Mon...day the 15th onwards! For students that normally train at these Dojos an information email will be sent to you shortly and you may have already have received it so check your inbox please. We are so EXCITED to be able to begin to offer our classes again and our other locations will be opening VERY SOON so check here daily for updates! As per the State Government Covid-19 guidelines we can only have 20 people per class including instructors so please sms Sensei Andrew Howell on 0407695005 to book in with your full name or names, the class day and time 1 hour prior to the start of class to avoid missing out on the fun. From all of our Instructor Team WE THANK YOU for your support, patience and loyalty during this challenging time for us all. SEE YOU IN THE DOJO!!! If you have any questions please email Sensei Andrew on [email protected] or call/sms 0407695005 See more

04.01.2022 #humility #bushido

03.01.2022 A fantastic first night back for the Morayfield Team with lots of smiles and focus to kickstart(yep deliberate pun) their return to the Dojo.

03.01.2022 CABOOLTURE DOJO OPENS THIS WEDNESDAY THE 22nd!!! MAROOCHYDORE DOJO OPENS NEXT MONDAY THE 27th!!! We were hoping that tomorrow would be the day for both of these... to reopen but this has been postponed by the school and the church due to cleaning issues and we obviously want to provide a high standard of hygiene for our students and instructors. Sensei Robin is really looking forward to seeing the AWESOME Caboolture students on Wednesday and feel free to train at Morayfield tomorrow with Sensei Jonathan for a quality class. Thank you to everyone for understanding and see you in the Dojo! See more

03.01.2022 Our club genuinely is the family club and if you are already a parent training with your children then thank you for doing the best thing you can. If you haven’...t discovered for yourself how rewarding and enjoyable sharing Karate with your children is yet then contact Sensei Andrew Howell on 0407695005 or email [email protected] to book in for a Free Trial Class See more

02.01.2022 Keep washing your hands and keep 1.5 metres away and we can continue to unleash awesomeness (with no kiai) in our Dojos!

02.01.2022 Well done to everyone who trained and taught last night as it’s the great atmosphere and community we have in our Dojos that helps us to remember what Karate is really about.

02.01.2022 Have you checked out the great range of training options we have for you? What is your favourite video or videos? Did you know it’s only $7.95 a week for a household to have access? Do you have any valuable feedback as we would love to hear from you?

01.01.2022 To all GKR students, please find a short video from our founder and Chief Instructor, Kancho Robert Sullivan.

01.01.2022 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! Thank you to all the Region 24 Mums, Step Mums, Foster Mums, Grandmas, Great Grandmas and Mother Hens who have taught us how to be compassionate and caring and for reminding us not to be too stupid when it matters.

01.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS!!!! A big WELL DONE to all of our amazing students who were successful at the September Grading yesterday. As the effort and focus from al...l students was inspiring to see and our dedicated young students were very impressive indeed. A big thank you to our outstanding Sensei Team who prepared their students to display their best and for their professionalism and compassion at the Grading as well. Remember to rise up to the challenges in the Dojo and to use that strength to power you forward towards your next Karate goal whether it is our Tournament in 2 weeks or learning a new Kata. Yours with respect, Andrew Howell Regional Manager/Senior Instructor See more

01.01.2022 We all have the choice of how we live our lives and if you haven’t chosen to be a student of Karate then you should do so as for the month of January we have th...e following offer available. - Zero Lifetime Membership Fee normally $95 - 20% Discounted Uniform at time of joining normally $60 - Unlimited Training Pass with family discounts available Contact Sensei Andrew on 0407695005 or email [email protected] for any enquiries or questions so you can take the step you need. See more

01.01.2022 Exciting newsour Online Dojo is coming to a screen near you very soon! Stay tuned for more details in the coming days. We can't wait to share this with you!