The Karate School (Genseiryu)

24/09/2026

The Karate School- public holiday and school holidays

Due to the public holiday tomorrow, Friday the 25th of September, there will be no classes running. Training will resume as normal on Saturday the 26th of September.

Please also note that we are still running classes over the school holidays. So please come join us for our afternoon and Saturday sessions for the rest of the term break!

Thank you
Maria
Administration
The Karate School

24/09/2026

Karate Victoria have advised that there is not long to go until Olympians Ariel Torres and Grace Lau take to the floor in Melbourne for their first Australian seminar.

This 4-hour open seminar is suitable for all levels and is an amazing opportunity for anyone interested in developing their kata, with Ariel and Grace covering kihon, biomechanics and kata application.

Places are still available, so make sure to secure your spot!

Ariel Torres & Grace Lau Melbourne Seminar
📅 Saturday 3 October 2026
⏰ 10:00am–2:30pm
📍 VU Footscray Park Campus, Melbourne
👥 Open to all levels

24/09/2026

Please note - Karate Victoria have advised that the State Championships for 2027 will be held on Sunday 14 February.

30/08/2026

Congratulations to Keaton who won Silver in the Boys 14-15 years Cadet Kumite at the .

Also thanks to James for coaching and support today.

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

Today the following students participated at the 2026 Victorian State Championships:

A***n, Arjun, Ava, Jacob, Lilly, Mia, Tess and Theo.

For some it was their first tournament, others are seasoned veterans. Everyone did exceptionally well. Some of our green belts competed against black belts and held their own.

We were proud of all their efforts and determination.

As previously advised, the National All Styles - Victoria tournaments allow all martial arts styles to participate and today saw devotees from Tae Kwon Do, Muay Thai, Karate, Kung Fu, Kick Boxing and possibly others that I did not recognise. This allows students to compete and be compared with a broader cross section of martial artists and makes for some interesting and entertaining interactions.

The following were notable results:

Arjun: Bronze in Forms (Kata) combined Boys and Girls 10-11 years 5th kyu to black belt
Mia: Gold in Forms (Kata) Girls 14-15 years 5th kyu to black belt. 2026 State Champion
Mia: Gold in Points Sparring (Kumite) Girls 14-15 years 5th kyu to black belt. 2026 State Champion
Tess: Gold in Forms (Kata) Girls 12-13 5th kyu to black belt. 2026 State Champion
Theo: Bronze in Points Sparring (Kumite) Boys 12-13 years 5th kyu to black belt

A big shout out and thank you to all who participated, parents and instructors who helped with the registrations and attended on the day to coach and support the participants.

19/08/2026

Buddy Training Week: Support. Encourage. Include.

As part of Karate Australia’s Karate Against Bullying initiative and Bullying No Way Week, we’re putting the spotlight on something that can make a real difference: being a good buddy.

A buddy is someone who looks out for others, encourages them when things are difficult, includes them when they might otherwise be left out, and celebrates their progress.

That’s what we want to see in our dojo and in our wider community.

This week, we’re encouraging our students to train together, support each other and make sure everyone feels welcome.

Because sometimes it only takes one person to make someone else feel included.

Be that buddy. Support. Encourage. Include.

Our dojo stands together against bullying.

Karate Victoria

17/08/2026

Small Acts. Big Impact.

From 17–21 August, our Karate School in Oakleigh is proud to support Karate Australia”s Karate Against Bullying initiative as part of Bullying No Way Week.

Karate is about much more than learning how to kick and punch. We teach our students respect, courage, self-control, confidence and inclusion because these values matter both inside and outside the dojo.

A kind word. Including someone who feels left out. Having the courage to speak up. Showing respect even when it’s difficult.

Small acts can make a big impact.

Together, we can help create a community where everyone feels safe, respected and included.

Our dojo stands against bullying.

Karate Victoria