02/09/2026
Over the weekend Sensei Kris successfully completed his instructor grading for Jun Shidoin. This marks a significant milestone in Sensei Kris' journey as few people progress beyond a 3rd Dan grading. Congratulations Kris, your achievement was well earned and thankyou to the group of students who assisted with your grading.
27/05/2026
Knowing and practicing self defence will always trump the rest. Ous 🥋
14/04/2026
We learn dojo etiquette and philosophy in the course of our training. One aspect of this is knowing and applying your dojo creed. Ensure you do so. Osu Sensei.
Effort
Patience
Temperance
Respect
Creativity
Courage
28/02/2026
Understanding karate terminology is crutial to any karateka's advancement and knowledge in their style. I've provided a link to a terminology resource to assist you outside of the dojo. Osu 🥋👊
Breaking Down Karate Terminologies - Women Aware Defence
Expand your karate vocabulary with breaking down karate terminologies on our website. From katas to kumite, we've got you covered
02/01/2026
How we train is important. Your karate training needs to reflect real combat conditions and be executed with the same intensity consistently, to produce effective self defence.
Ways of Training | Interview with Paul Mitchell, 9th Dan Sōke
In this interview, Sōke Paul Mitchell shares insights on training, continuous improvement, and the balance between rigorous repetition and mindful practice.H...
25/11/2025
Another interview in the series. Hope you enjoy 🙂
What is a Dojo? (Interview with Paul Mitchell 9th Dan Sōke)
Paul Mitchell, 9th Dan Sōke reflects in this interview on what a traditional dojo is.
09/11/2025
Hi Members,
I'll be posting a series of interviews with Sensei Paul Mitchell. Please take the time to watch as he brought Shukokai Karate to Australia. Without his dedication and support we would not have the dojo's we do here in WA.
From Student to Sōke: Paul Mitchell’s Journey Through Shukokai Karate and Life
An inspiring conversation with Paul Mitchell, 9th Dan Sōke, as he reflects on a lifetime dedicated to Shukokai Karate. In this interview, he shares personal ...