OSAAA to our dojo’s new black belt students who recently graded with Shihan Chris Thompson 9th Dan and Joint Chief Instructor for Kimura Shukokai International. The following students have demonstrated great progress by the diligent study of our martial...
Samurai Claremont recently celebrated a year of hard work and achievement with an impressive Last Samurai themed year-end celebration. With a touch of tradition, the dojo family came together to reflect on the progress made in 2024. The stunning decorations put...
As we approach and prepare for year-end gradings, there is a natural inclination to increase fitness levels, train more regularly, and if you’re fortunate enough, attend one or more of Shihan Chris’ workshops. However, one practice that is often overlooked yet...
It’s always a pleasure to host Tricor’s fighters at Samurai Dojo. Recently we had the opportunity to rotate boxing rounds with them, allowing our fighters to mix it up with different fighters and skill levels. This kind of training is invaluable for...
To increase power in karate, incorporating specific weightlifting or weightbearing exercises into your training routine can be highly beneficial. Here are some of the best exercises that focus on developing explosive strength and overall power, essential for effective...
A broad sample of human beings over the age of 40 would reveal a vanishingly small number of active karateka. And if this slightly creaking group were analysed, it is certain you would find most of them to be capable, decent, healthy, robust human beings. I...
