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And the winners are…
Congratulations to all our winning students on your outstanding achievements! Thank you for another year of continued growth and training. OSAAA! L to R below: Student of the Year 4-5s | Maahir Hendricks Student of the Year 6-7s | Yusra Parker Student of the Year...
Lessons, Legacy and Leadership with Team Finland
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...
Starting Karate | And my one regret
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...
Finding my edge | From rust to the ring
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...
Private Lessons | Why they’re a game changer
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...
It’s in the Legs | Unlocking stronger kicks and punches
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...