Nov 26, 2025
Almost two weeks have passed since Team Finland visited for a weekend gasshuku, giving me a lot to reflect on. And what a weekend it was. Claremont dojo had Kimura Shukokai hosting Shihan George and his team of 12 karateka for a weekend of training, learning and Budo...
Nov 7, 2025
I walked into the dojo for the first time at the start of this year, not really sure what to expect as an adult beginner. Just recently I went through my first grading, and to be completely honest, it was one of the most intense but rewarding experiences I’ve ever...
Oct 15, 2025
When I came back to training with Bruce after so many years away, I wasn’t chasing competition or big goals, I just wanted to get fit again. Life had gotten busy, and I’d lost touch with that part of myself that thrived on movement and discipline. Walking back into...
Sep 11, 2025
Hi, I’m Rafael, a karate instructor at Samurai Dojo Claremont, and I want to tell you why private karate lessons are honestly the way to go. Whether you’re just starting out or already been training for a while, private sessions with me are all about keeping things...
Aug 7, 2025
In karate, it’s easy to focus on the arm or leg that delivers the kick or punch, but as our senseis keep telling us, true power doesn’t come from the limb itself. The driving force behind every strong strike starts with the legs and hips. Understanding this...
Jun 16, 2025
Attending the Shukokai Karate World Championship in Finland was an unforgettable experience that stirred a deep sense of pride and awe. Watching our students and my son representing South Africa on such a prestigious global stage was both humbling and electrifying....
