Learn Karate
Napier | Hastings | Taradale | Havelock North | Meeanee
SHINKYOKUSHINKAI
Enter the world of Karate, as taught in the heart of Japan. Start your Karate journey in a safe and welcoming environment, perfect for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Here, you'll build not just physical strength but inner confidence, learning to excel both as an individual and as a vital member of a team.
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Community
Member accreditation to the largest New Zealand, Japan-based and
World Karate Organisations for training and competition.
Training
Kihon
"Kihon" means "basics". This is the foundation of all Karate training and covers empty-handed strikes, blocks, kicks, stances and movement.
Kata
"Kata" means "patterns" or "forms". Kata incorporates various Kihon techniques starting from simple to more complex combinations.
Kumite
"Kumite" means "sparring". This is where you train with a partner, using the techniques learned from the Kihon and Kata.
Competition
There are two competition streams: Kata and Kumite. Students have access to the largest local and international competitive arenas.
