Shobukan Martial Arts Ellenbrook

Every class begins and ends with bowing, a traditional way of showing respect in japan.🙇 But why do we bow to the front of the dojo?🤔 (Shomen ni Rei)
Students and teachers bow to the front to show respect for the space they train in⛩️, and to show gratitude to past instructors who contributed to what we get to learn today.🙇
For the young children and new students, this can mean looking after the equipment and the mats. As students grow in experience, they learn to appreciate the privilege of inheriting the wisdom passed down from our late Shihan Kayo, who brought Shobukan to Australia, and from his teachers, whose efforts helped bring karate to mainland Japan.

🥋 REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN – 2026 KARATE WA LEAGUE PERTH OPEN! 🥋

The countdown is on for one of the biggest events on the Karate WA calendar — the 2026 Karate WA League Perth Open!

This exciting tournament will be the final major event before the WA State Team departs to represent Western Australia at the 2026 Karate Australia National Championships, making it the perfect opportunity for athletes to sharpen their skills, build confidence and gain valuable competition experience before stepping onto the national stage.

The Perth Open will feature:
Open Divisions
Developing Divisions
Team Kata Events

Whether you are an experienced competitor or preparing for your first tournament, there is something for everyone.

Competitors are encouraged to check with their coach prior to registration to ensure they are entering the correct divisions.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action as the Karate WA community comes together for another fantastic League event!

Refer to Karate WA website for more information - https://karatewestaustralia.com/

Registrations are NOW OPEN! Scan the QR code to register
https://www.trybooking.com/DMKYQ

Proudly supported by the WA Government

WA Government

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing karate mums!

Thank you for your dedication, encouragement, and endless support both on and off the mats. From early mornings, afternoon training sessions, to competitions and gradings, your commitment helps make our karate community stronger every day.

Thank you for helping shape your children with important life skills, strong values, discipline, respect, and confidence that will stay with them for life.

We appreciate everything you do for your children and our club. Wishing you all a wonderful Mother’s Day filled with love, happiness, and well-deserved relaxation. 🥋❤️

Do you know what "Sensei" means? It means 'teacher'.... right? Well, yes and no.
Sensei is an honourific that is often used for teachers, but it can be more literally translated as 先 = 'previous' 生 = 'born'. Although it is no longer used to address just anyone older than yourself, it has come to mean anyone who has aquired the wisdom and knowledge that comes from experience.

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Parents on the Mat this Saturday!
Create memories you'll never forget by joining in your childs class this Mothersday weekend.
details below

Have you heard of Zanshin (残心) ?
🥋Zanshin is a total state of awareness. Being aware of your surroundings, the people around you, staying calm and ready to react to any situation.😤️ It also means to remain aware, before, during and after an encounter. 👁
If you want to learn how to defend yourself, first you must understand and train Zanshin. 🙇

🐣Happy Easter🐣
Please note that we will be closed for the weekend
including:
Friday 3/4
Saturday 4/4
& Monday 6/4
Enjoy your break!

📸 Shobukan Exclusive Photography Offer!

Want beautiful, professional family photos — without the full session price?

We’ve teamed up with Marie Paige Photography to bring our Shobukan community a special 30-minute mini session offer 🙌

In just 30 minutes, you’ll get relaxed, natural photos in some of Perth’s best outdoor locations — perfect for busy families.

✨ What you get:
✔️ 30-minute session
✔️ Minimum 10 professionally edited images
✔️ Private online gallery
✔️ Option to purchase more images

📍 Locations include:
Wanneroo Pines | Gnangara Pines | Brigadoon | Perrys Paddock | Mullaloo Beach

Perfect for family photos, milestones, or just updating your portraits 💛

⚠️ Limited spots available – these will fill fast!

👉 Book now:
https://marie-paigephotography.pixieset.com/booking/shobukan-special

📩 Or email Gemma: [email protected]

Tag someone who needs new family photos 👇

R.I.P Chuck Norris.
Last week the Martial Arts world lost a true trail blazer. Chuck Norris made a name for himself in hollywood, but was also a true martial artist with black belts in Karate, Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Judo. As well as several championship titles under this belt including the Professional Middleweight Karate champion title, which he held for six consecutive years
"I've always found that anything worth achieving will always have obstacles in the way and you've got to have that drive and determination to overcome those obstacles on route to whatever it is that you want to accomplish"