International Karate Daigaku Association Australia “IKD-Karate-Australia”

KARATE AGAINST BULLYING — BULLYING NO WAY.

IKD Australia is proud to support Karate Australia's Karate Against Bullying initiative during Bullying No Way Week, 17–21 August 2026.

Traditional karate is about much more than physical training. It helps children and young people develop:

- Respect
- Confidence
- Courage
- Inclusion
- Self-control

At IKD Australia, we believe that true strength means having the confidence to stand up for yourself and others — while having the discipline to treat people with respect.

Through traditional Shotokan Karate, we encourage our students to believe in themselves, develop resilience, overcome shyness and fear of being judged, and make positive choices.

IKD Australia stands together against bullying.

BULLYING. NO WAY.

🥋🇦🇺 Delara is off to Bangkok!

IKD Australia is proud to wish Delara every success at the 16th Thailand Open Karate Championship 2026, taking place from 14–16 August in Bangkok, Thailand.

Another international opportunity and another important step in her karate journey.

We are proud to see Delara representing IKD Australia, Gympie and Queensland on the international stage.

OSU, Delara! Give it your best! 🥋🇦🇺

We will be following her journey and wishing her a safe trip and a successful championship!

OFFICIAL AUSTRALIAN TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT

IKD Australia is proud to announce that Delara has been officially selected by Karate Australia to represent Australia in the U21 Female Kumite (-61 kg) division at the WKF World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships, to be held from 14–18 October 2026 in Bielsko-Biała, Poland.

As part of Australia's preparation for the World Championships, Delara will also compete with the Australian National Team at the 16th Thailand Open Karate Championships in Bangkok, Thailand, from 14–16 August 2026.

This is an outstanding achievement and a proud moment for Delara, IKD Australia, Karate Queensland, our students, families and the entire Gympie community.

Congratulations, Delara! We wish you every success as you proudly represent Australia on the international stage.

👉 Read the full story on our website:

https://ikdkarateaustralia.com.au/delara-selected-australia-world-championships/

👉 https://www.karateaustralia.org.au/news/2026-wkf-world-karate-championships-team-announcement

OSU!

I hope you all had a wonderful school holiday break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to training tomorrow!

The 52nd Karate Australia National Championships concluded this weekend in Hobart, Tasmania.

Congratulations to Karate Queensland, who finished an outstanding 3rd overall in Australia. Only Karate Victoria and Karate WA finished ahead of Queensland.

IKD Australia is extremely proud to have had Delara represent our organisation as a member of the Karate Queensland Team, and what amazing results she achieved! Including:

🥇 GOLD – U21 Female Kumite (-61 kg)🥉 BRONZE – Senior Female Kumite (-61 kg)

Delara has now reached an incredible milestone by becoming an Australian Champion for the third consecutive year in the U21 Female Kumite division.

These outstanding performances have earned Delara selection to represent Australia at the WKF World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships, to be held from 14–18 October 2026 in Bielsko-Biała, Poland.

This is a remarkable achievement, not only for Delara personally, but also for IKD Australia, Karate Queensland, our students, our families, and the entire Gympie community. Her success is the result of many years of dedication, discipline, perseverance and humility.

Please join me in congratulating Delara on this outstanding achievement.
We wish her every success as she prepares to represent Australia on the world stage.

Congratulations, Delara! We are all incredibly proud of you.
OSU! 🥋🇦🇺

IKD Australia Celebrates Successful Kyu Grading – 24 June 2026

Congratulations to all students who successfully completed their grading at the IKD Martial Arts Centre, Gympie on 24 June 2026.

The grading provided students with the opportunity to demonstrate their technical ability, spirit, discipline and understanding of traditional Shotokan Karate. Students were assessed in kihon (basics), kata, kumite and overall attitude in accordance with IKD grading standards.
We are proud of every student who stepped onto the dojo floor and gave their best effort. Success in karate is measured not only by belts and grades, but also by perseverance, respect and continuous self-improvement.

Successful Candidates:

White Belt: Paige, Ivie & Mila
Yellow Belt: Jett & Lane
Orange Belt: Nate
Green Belt: Jemady

A special thank you to our instructors, families and supporters who continue to contribute to the growth and success of IKD Australia.
Congratulations to all students on reaching this important milestone in their karate journey.
OSU!

A Milestone Celebration: 9 Years of IKD Karate Australia

Today, our dojo was filled with a profound sense of pride as we celebrated two major milestones in the history of IKD Karate Australia. We were deeply honored to be joined by the newly appointed Gympie Deputy Mayor, Cr Warren McEwan, who helped us mark this special occasion.

Nine Years of Dedication
It is a momentous day for our IKD family as we celebrate our 9th Anniversary. This journey has been defined by more than just martial arts; it has been nine years of persistent growth, rigorous training, and a whole lot of fun. We are incredibly grateful for the vibrant community we’ve built together and the positive impact our students continue to make both inside and outside the dojo.

The Path to Black Belt Excellence
The highlight of our celebration was the official certificate presentation for our dedicated students who successfully challenged their Black Belt grading last November. Reaching these ranks requires years of discipline and an unwavering "Karate-ka" spirit.

We are thrilled to officially congratulate our newest rank achievers:
Racheal – Shodan (1st Degree)
Zach & Dana – Nidan (2nd Degree)
Terry – Sandan (3rd Degree)

Your commitment to the art of Karate is an inspiration to every student at our dojo. Well done on this prestigious achievement!

A Community Thank You
A sincere thank you to Cr Warren McEwan for visiting our dojo, supporting local martial arts, and taking the time to recognize the hard work of our students.
Here is to many more years of excellence, discipline, and community. Ous!

Thank You for Supporting Our Community!
International Karate Daigaku Australia Inc would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Bendigo Bank – Gympie & District Community Bank Branch for their generous sponsorship support.
Their commitment to supporting local organisations and community initiatives makes a real difference, and we are incredibly grateful to have them backing our efforts.
Thanks to their contribution, we are able to continue developing our programs and supporting our members.
We proudly acknowledge Bendigo Bank – Gympie & District Community Bank Branch as a valued sponsor and appreciate their ongoing dedication to strengthening our community.

What an incredible experience at the Karate Australian Open 2026!
A big thank you to Karate Australia and NSW Karate for organising such a well run tournament. Events like this truly showcase the spirit and excellence of our sport.

IKD Australia was represented by a small team this year of one athlete, one coach and one official. A big congratulations to Delara who secured a Gold in the Female U21 (-61KG) Kumite category!

Well done to everyone involved and to the organisers who made the competition possible. Looking forward to the next one!

IKD Australia Easter Holiday Notice

Wishing our entire IKD family a joyous and restful Easter! Please take note of our upcoming holiday closure dates so you can plan your break accordingly.

Closed: Friday, 3rd April – Sunday, 19th April

Pupil Free Day: Monday, 20th April

Classes Resume: Wednesday, 22nd April 2026

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy Easter break. Take this time to rest, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. We look forward to welcoming you back to the dojo on the 22nd, ready to train strong!

Happy Easter from the team at IKD Australia!

Today we held our Working Bee. A huge thank you to everyone who came along to help out. Your time, effort, and positive spirit made such a big difference.

There was a lot to get through such as moving equipment, hedge trimming, pressure washing, vacuuming, mopping, and giving the bathrooms a clean. It was no small job, but together we got it done, and the dojo is looking fantastic because of all of you.

It’s moments like this that really show the strength of our community. We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who lent a hand and contributed to making our space cleaner, safer, and more welcoming for all.

Thank you again for your hard work and support!!