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Karate | The Perfect Family Activity
You stir, eyes open, your toes touching the ground, as your hands reach up and outwards as far as they can go. You take a deep breath, close your eyes, and give the new day a symbolic bow - you are ready. This has been the essence of the time spent in karate over...
What Roger Federer and Samurai Claremont Have in Common
In Roger Federer’s Commencement Address at Dartmouth College, he offered the following advice: Effortless is a myth “People often mean it as a compliment but the truth is,” he said, “I had to work very hard to make it look easy. We should be proudest of the...
Boxing | Why You Should Give It a Shot
I've been boxing at Samurai Dojo in Claremont for seven-odd years now. Let me tell you why boxing has become such an important part of my life, and why you should consider stepping into the ring—or at least, a boxing gym. Boxing isn't just about throwing punches; it...
10 Tips for Improving Your Kata Performance
Whether you’re preparing for a grading or a competition, here are 10 essential tips to help you improve your kata performance and take it to the next level: Practice slowly and deliberately Begin by performing the kata slowly and deliberately, visualising each...
Five Benefits of Cultivating Softness in your Karate
Kimura Shukokai karate is often associated with explosive and powerful techniques. While strength and precision are essential, the integration of soft techniques plays a crucial role in enhancing your effectiveness and versatility. In this post, we explore 5 benefits...
Black Belt Gasshuku | Claremont Dojo and guests
The February senior black belt gasshuku is a highlight on Claremont’s annual training calendar. We were honoured to host senior grades from visiting dojos including Sensei Annelize from Vyeboom dojo, Sensei Trusha from Plumstead, Sensei Donald from Bergvliet, and...