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Kimekai Karate Cheltenham

Locality: Cheltenham, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9583 0443

Address: Unit 4 / 309-313 Warrigal Road 3192 Cheltenham, VIC, Australia

Website: http://kimekai.com.au/cheltenham

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24.01.2022 Weapons Class Begins Online This Friday Getting Ready Further Details Soon

24.01.2022 #Fun #TryingSomethingNew #SharingOurSkill... Kimekai Cheltenham Dojo shared its’ love of karate with the Pubic last Saturday. The Open Day showcased Karate to young ones (Thunderbolts); children (Young Samurai) and teens (Cadets). Here are some photos of our Young Ones enjoying having-a-go

24.01.2022 # tonight #2meter-bubble #organised #katafun @ Cheltenham #seeyouOnTheMat

24.01.2022 Another amazing milestone at the Dojo last week - Cheltenham gained a 2nd Kyu Thunderbolt: Taishiro graded. Well done Taishiro

24.01.2022 This has just happened Our Thunderbolt Orange Belt has graded across the Young Samurai Red Belt. Well done Nora: a tremendous effort.

23.01.2022 Kimekai Cheltenham is working hard on getting an online zoom class going ASAP. #PhaseOne today ... #PhaseTwo and #PhaseThree tomorrow (Tuesday) where we are testing live in selected student homes. #PhaseFour - Wednesday-planned Holiday classes for ThunderBolt and Young Samurai + Training for Cadets / Adults. It’s going to be fun and interactive for our members. So please stay tuned here plus on the Kimekai Karate Cheltenham Family Fb page. Please keep up your support of Kimekai as your kids will continue to need the physical activity and the accountability that comes with it too. As well as keeping you sane too! Meantime. stay safe.

23.01.2022 A special bond for our Young Samurai's and their parents at tonight's training; parents played an active part in being their partner - holding pads, kicking, "dancing" skills, and learning some self-defense techniques.

22.01.2022 Have a pre class chat with your buddies Cheltenham Dojo Saturday Training See Cheltenham Family page for further details... See more

21.01.2022 Just as we were settling back into routine...... Cheltenham Digital Learning v2.0 begins Looking forward to having Sensei beamed into your lounge room to finish of this week before a whole new program the following week.... I will send out timetable and id / passwords See you all in digital format and please #StaySafe

21.01.2022 Fabulous Ninja Thunderbolts working with their Samurai Dads and Mums helping them in their Samurai journey. Great work everyone. ... Enjoy your weekend and stay safe

20.01.2022 #FirstDay2020 #TrainingHard #HavingFun Thunderbolt students showing great enthusiasm on their first day back for 2020... Great to see you all

20.01.2022 Holidays and holidays mean loads of fun at the Cheltenham Dojo whilst learning. This morning it was Parent / Student class. Enjoy these pics of our Thunderbolts and their parent having fun

20.01.2022 A great evening with our Thunderbolts and well done to Grace, Sam, Chris, Paul and Taishiro

20.01.2022 #2meterBubble #Gradings #Kata #Cheltenham #Students ... #FunLearning Congratulations to Keira and Tanen Great time by all Fabulous spirit

19.01.2022 #hotdays #summertime #endofyear #celebrations... Congratulations to all the karate students who experienced the red and blue mat underfoot; to those that graded; and those getting ready to grade next. Last week was the Kimekai Junior celebrations. It has been a great year in the dojo; these are the awards for Cheltenham: Jonathan 2019 Student of the Year Zach - Leadership Award Filip - Focus and Determination Award Most Spirited Award Jayshan - Thunderbolt Luca- Young Samurai Best Technique Award Peyton - Thunderbolt Ryutaro - Young Samurai Most Promising Award Taishiro- Thunderbolt Keira - Young Samurai Most Improved Award Nora - Thunderbolt Elly - Young Samurai Encouragement Award Lachlan - Thunderbolt Mason - Young Samurai

19.01.2022 #KarateGirls & their Dads #Thunderbolt #KarateGirls at Cheltenham this morning doing what they love doing -with their Dads. So much fun.

17.01.2022 You come to class You train hard You learn And Red becomes Yellow... Congratulations Brianne on your recent grading

17.01.2022 A day of Gradings Well done to all of you; congratulations and now, your next belt is even closer Enjoy the weekend and see you all soon.

17.01.2022 Board Break - a square piece of wood - a requirement for Brown Belt - a challenge - feeling prepared. ... ELLY, well done From the outside looking in and from within the Dojo Excitement; all quiet Students spellbound

16.01.2022 Sparring Class Cheltenham ThursdaySparring Class Cheltenham Thursday

16.01.2022 Thunderbolts logging in.... Well done Taishiro, Paul, Daniel, Kate, Shloka and Jayshan Parents had fun walking the line with eyes closed... or did they? We will find out in the next class.

15.01.2022 Cheltenham Karate SaturdayCheltenham Karate Saturday

15.01.2022 A great to finish another week of Stage 3 Lockdown. All going well; digital screens all week; now pulling a few punches with Sensei.

15.01.2022 Introducing Cheltenham’s new awesome 4 - Chloe, Sneha, Amelia and Cooper. These 4 Young Samurai students graded from Yellow to Orange Belt this evening. A tremendous effort. Congratulations and see you all back on the mat later this week.

15.01.2022 Cheltenham Kumite Squad not stopping Having fun; learning with mates. ... Thank you everyone. Thanks Jenny and John, great session, again !!! Great class John I think this is a fantastic initiative and will have a huge benefit for everyone Hey Jenny wonderful session this morning Kimekai Chelt family xx Thanks Jenny and Sensei Seamless class and Thomas really enjoyed it Your nailing it Stephen Hi Jenny and Sensei John, Thank you so much for having such a wonderful session in this unprecedented time. Luke and Kevin had a great time. Kimekai Cheltenham kids are so lucky Believe everyone enjoyed it. Stay safe and well Love Rachel Great class John I think this is a fantastic initiative and will have a huge benefit for everyone

14.01.2022 Tonight Cheltenham Dojo in Zoom mode from 4pm

13.01.2022 Kimekai Grading week continues: Congratulations to Young Samurai’s Harry and Luca who graded to their Red Belts - well done.

13.01.2022 They say "things-happen-in-threes" The 3rd great piece of news in the Karate Journey this week was hearing the news that our very own Alannah placed 2nd U16 E-Kumite Female event in the E-Tournament World Series #5 held 18-28 November 2020. Alannah defeated Italy 3-0 in the semi finals but fell short in the finals to Austria: Alannah gained 2nd place.... Alannah, congratulations well deserved

13.01.2022 Young Samuria Student breaks the board at December Gradings 2020

13.01.2022 Important Event Dear Kimekai students and parents, What: Black Belt challenge and grading assessment, ... Who: for all 1st Kyu Brown Belts and Black Belts, Where: will be held ON-LINE When: this Friday 6th November. This class is compulsory for all those being considered for gradings in December. (ZOOM links as per normal Brown/Black belt Friday classes) 5:30 - 6:30 pm 15 yrs and under 6:30 - 7:30 pm 16 yrs and above Contact Sensei John if you need additional information. Remain Positive, Stay Strong See you on the Virtual Mat Sensei Marco

12.01.2022 Cheltenham Dojo has been busy - Young Eli, who was eager on the mat last week, has continued his karate journey. Congratulations on grading to Red Belt

12.01.2022 Cheltenham Thunderbolts are working hard. This week Sensei awarded stripes to Jayden, Harrison and Daniel. ... You are our first in staying normal, keeping fit, being connected, striving to learn and getting there. Well done

12.01.2022 Cheltenham Young Samurai's have achieved amazing things with resilience. And the 2020 Covid Curve Ball provided an interesting avenue of learning. Three students set their goal and continued working towards their next level. Despite technical issues, each worked independently to achieve with effort, skill and courage showing us the ability to cope. Special Congratulations to Vasiliki, Keira and Chase for not giving up on their karate journey; they have been presented wi...th the 2020 Cheltenham Achievement and Resilience Award. Well done to all our Young Samurai for getting through this year.

11.01.2022 Happy evening of learning and laughter as our Thunderbolts take their parents through the drills. Browse through the photos; happy faces as the younger ones shared their knowledge

11.01.2022 At Gradings last night Congratulations Thomas on your Senior Shodan Ho - great performance of enthusiasm, intensity and consistent skill. Fantastic work also to Tanni, Ulyanna, Alex and Simon. ... We are so proud of you all.

11.01.2022 January has come and gone And lots has happened with learning in the Dojo And now, our Thunderbolts jumping into February. Students have continued to enjoy their learning

11.01.2022 8:00am - Cadets and Adults - sparring class 9:00am - all Thunderbolts - general class 9:30am - all Young Samurais - general class

10.01.2022 #TheShowGoesOn When Sensei John is tied-up with a KV Webinar, Sempai Andrew steps up. Thunderbolt and Young Samurai students still trained hard. ... Great classes

10.01.2022 Face-to-Face Monday 5pm start with Covid Plan Will you be there??

09.01.2022 #Achievement is one thing done successfully with effort, skill and courage; #Resilience is the ability to cope 2020 provided a challenging year Zoom training completed despite technical issues Happy to be back face-to-face and loving it!... For the 2020 Cheltenham Awards, Congratulations to Paul, Sam and Shloka for achieving almost the impossible with resilience. So proud of you all our Thunderbolts

09.01.2022 Cheltenham Wednesday Classes comingCheltenham Wednesday Classes coming

09.01.2022 Wondering if martial arts is the right after-school activity for your child? Read this months blog article to learn more about the facts and myths surrounding martial arts for school-aged children.

09.01.2022 Special arrangements to keep members, families and staff safe! Kimekai has implemented strategies, effective immediately, to allow its members to train in a safe environment. This involves every one co-operating; even the program has changed to create minimum contact. So for you, in your day-to-day living activities, please include good hygiene, stay hydrated with water, exercise and rest well. And of course, seek medical advice if unwell.

09.01.2022 2nd Grade for the evening; Very electric Amazing Katas Kumite and technical skill exhibited. ... Well done everyone

08.01.2022 Great to be back; Back on the mat Big buzz; enthusiasm; smiles and some laughter. #Certificates; #Belts #BoardBreak... Well done everyone. The last couple of months have been challenging. Together, you have made it. Let’s move to the next level of training. Rainier, well done on your #BoardBreak

08.01.2022 Dear Kimekai Cheltenham Thank you so much for your support over these last few trying days; it is nice to know we are family. Exciting news - ... Kimekai Cheltenham is going digital #PhaseOne of testing today has been successful. More details to be released shortly; stay tuned

08.01.2022 Speed work this morning Challenging Fun

08.01.2022 Have a think... Do you need to sharpen your karate skills or improve your fitness? Did you know that Kimekai Cheltenham now offers this training. Here is your chance to take your skills and fitness up a notch with a one off session or try several sessions. ... Take it up a notch! Advance... Train on your own, or train with a mate! Prices start at: $40 online - 30 mins $50 in person - 30 mins Spots are limited. Contact us for more info on how to lock in your spot! *Available online and in-person (outdoors) inline with the current COVID regulations.

07.01.2022 Sensei John’s Superhero Thunderbolts kicking that virus away! Great enthusiasm All had a great time showing superhero skills and Paul moved so fast he was a blur!

07.01.2022 Gradings this evening Well done to our Thunderbolts Julia, Dallas and Ryan; Well done to Chloe, Maddison and Kyle, also new Red Belts; Well done to our new Yellow Belts - a new timetable for you Cooper, Ethan, Angus, Svaideep’s and Jackson

07.01.2022 Dear members, family and friends, We are excited with today's announcements and we look forward to see you all back at our dojos very soon. The 9th of November looks very promising for our classes to restart. We are currently deciding the best re-opening structure based on government regulations and health advice. Thank you for your on-going support, we could not have done it without your positive energy and feedback. We will keep you informed with new developments, in the ...mean time attend classes on-line, keep training at home and most importantly stay positive! As always, stay strong, keep healthy and see you back on the mats! The Kimekai Team

07.01.2022 A cold chilly morning full of furry friends joining the Thunderbolt family with Sensei John

06.01.2022 #givethe Under the watchful of Sempai Kyle and Sempai Adrian, students enjoyed their 1st Weapons Class, via Zoom Well done to all

06.01.2022 Today Thursday Cheltenham training 10am Squad 11am SparingToday Thursday Cheltenham training 10am Squad 11am Sparing

05.01.2022 In a busy world as we race towards the Kimekai Young Samurai / Cadet / Adult Gradings, last week Cheltenham's youngster, Joshua, gained his Thunderbolt Red Belt. And who was more proud? I think Dad was. Well done Joshua. I heard there was lots of red balloons at your place!

04.01.2022 Back on the Mat! Young Eli was the first through the door last Monday Students are enjoying face-to-face So glad you are back with us... continue to train; gradings are around the corner!!

04.01.2022 #LetsKarateChopThisVirus Tonight Cheltenham Digital Learning-... A good test for -parents of Thunderbolts and Young Samurai students; -quick log techniques in for Cadets & Adults -Jenny to provide quick tech assistance and -Sensei dovetailing 3 classes. A great time learning. Some of the responses include Hi John Great work with the online service with these hard times Kind regards Elly’s dad.... Karate at home via Zoom with her class. Thanks to Sensei John and Jenny for their dedication.... Good Evening everyone A big thanks to Sensei and Jenny for tonight's live streaming classes My boys and I thought they were fantastic Sensational Thanks for your efforts Stephen.....

04.01.2022 So much excitement in the Dojo last week - lots happening. Congratulations to our Young Samurai's for grading to Red Belt - Chloe and Skyler: both students have come through the COVID-19 process of learning most skills on line before 4 weeks of face-to-face training Well done.... Mums and Dads are so so proud and so is Sensei John Not be be "outdone" two of the Adults, also via COVID-19 training, completed their grading to Adult Red Belt - after watching her daughter grade the previous evening, Brianne graded. Gareth was closely watched by his son. Well done Brianne and Gareth - a huge achievement

03.01.2022 Cheltenham Dojo classes this morning Cheltenham Dojo classes this morning

03.01.2022 #SoMuchFun #Lockdown #Zoom #Learning Our Thunderbolts and Young Samurai students under the watch eye of Sensei John

02.01.2022 Hi Jenny and Sensei John, Thank you so much for bringing this awesome online training. Luke took it so seriously and he even got sweaty after the online training. Very much appreciated From Luke’s mum, Rachel This is incredible! We are up for as often as possible! ... Tonight - remote training in the isolation dojo! How awesome is this ...... Just a few of the student / parent comments. #PhaseOne, Two & Three so Digital Training will continue. #PhaseFour tomorrow. Check out the KImekai Karate Cheltenham Family page for more information

02.01.2022 #BlackBelt Grading - a special moment along the way A huge congratulations to Juniors Mattan, Thomas, Ellis and Luca; And another huge congratulations to Junior 1st Dan... Jonathan The Seniors who gained their Black Belt include Frank and Stephen Whilst Senior 1st Dan to Thomas and Vince Special mentions to our Junior grading to Senior Black Belt is Alannah. Well done all of you. Stop for a tiny moment and reflect upon your Journey. There has been sweat, blood and tears; sore muscles and an aching body. All part of the process. Breathe in slowly, soaking up intent to continue your Journey. see you back on the Mat.

02.01.2022 #LetsKarateChopThisVirus Thunderbolts with Sensei in their last Saturday in Zoom Class... This morning A good session for parents of Thunderbolts having a great time learning together #Karateathome