Shobukan Martial Arts

10/10/2026

08/10/2026

So many parents are struggling just like you.😞
Learning to manage anxiety 😬 is a normal part of childhood and the help they get along the way will make all the difference.🥰
When the adults around them are calm, confident and encouraging they will find the confidence to come out of their shell.

At Shobukan Martial Arts we are here to help!

05/10/2026

02/10/2026

Confidence doesn’t suddenly appear.
It’s built through small wins, encouragement and having the courage to keep trying.For some kids, it starts with simply giving something a go.
Then they achieve something they weren’t sure they could do.

You see the smile.They try again.

And little by little, something starts to change.

Parents begin to notice a difference in their child’s confidence in the short space of just a few weeks.

They’re more willing to participate.
More willing to try something new.
More comfortable making mistakes and having another go.

And they leave class smiling, proud of what they’ve achieved and eager to come back and accomplish the next thing.

That’s what we want every child to experience in our classes.

Because confidence isn’t built by simply telling a child to "be confident.”

It’s built by giving them experiences that prove to themselves: “I can do this.”⭐

01/10/2026

🌍🥋 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - GOOD LUCK JORGE! 🥋🌍

A huge congratulations and best of luck to Jorge Martin Teramoto as he prepares to make his debut on the world stage at the 14th World Karate Championships for Cadets, Juniors & U21, taking place from 14–18 October in Bielsko-Biała, Poland 🇵🇱.

Jorge, we are extremely proud of you and the work you have put in to earn this opportunity. Every session, every challenge has brought you to this moment.

Now it’s time to back yourself. Believe in the athlete you have become, know that you are worthy and capable of competing at this level, and take the same intensity, determination and focus that you have shown in training onto the world stage.

We would also like to wish Sensei Mike, who will be representing Australia as a National Coach for the World Championship team and Sensei Dion, who will be representing Australia as the Technical Commission advisor.

📺 WATCH JORGE LIVE IN ACTION

Follow the World Karate Federation official live stream throughout the Championships:

🎥 WKF Official YouTube - Live Championships Coverage

Good luck Jorge! We are behind you all the way! 👊🔥🇦🇺

30/09/2026

👉 Registrations are open now:
https://www.trybooking.com/DPYCN

🥋 KICK START 2026 – THERE’S A ROLE FOR EVERYONE! 🥋

Whether you’re ready to step onto the competition tatami for the very first time, or you’re an experienced athlete ready to step into a new role, we want you at the Karate WA Kick Start Tournament!

Sunday 18 October 2026
Gold Netball Centre

NEW & DEVELOPING ATHLETES – HAVE A GO!

Never competed before? Kick Start is designed for you!
Learn tatami etiquette and tournament procedures before having a go at Kata AND Kumite in a supportive round-robin format.

✔️ No medals
✔️ No pressure
✔️ Plenty of opportunities to participate
✔️ Guidance from experienced coaches and officials
✔️ $65 all-inclusive athlete entry

It’s all about learning, building confidence and giving tournament karate a try!

EXPERIENCED ATHLETES – STEP UP!

Already have tournament experience? We need you too!

Current competitors and State Squad athletes are encouraged to register as officials and rotate through different roles, including coaching, refereeing and judging, table officiating, marshalling and athlete support.

You don’t need to be experienced in every role – this is your opportunity to learn! You’ll receive guidance and mentoring while gaining practical experience and helping our newest competitors take their first steps into tournament karate.

NEW ATHLETES – HAVE A GO
EXPERIENCED ATHLETES – LEARN & LEAD
TOGETHER – LET’S KICK START THE NEXT GENERATION!

👉 Registrations are open now:
https://www.trybooking.com/DPYCN
or scan the QR code

Tag your dojo friends who should Have a Go or Step Up! 👇

Proudly supported by the WA Government.

29/09/2026

Is your child shy, lacking confidence or getting lost in the crowd?
You just want to see them believe in themselves, take on challenges and walk into school with their head high. ❤️
That’s why we created The Head High Confidence Plan.
It’s a simple, practical plan to help you build your child’s confidence through small, achievable wins. 💪
Want a copy?
👇 Comment HEADHIGH and I’ll send you The Head High Confidence Plan.

26/09/2026

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23/09/2026

🥋 Confidence doesn’t always arrive before they begin.

Sometimes it starts with one punch.
One smile.
One moment when they realise: “I can do this.”

At Shobukan, our instructors break each skill into small, achievable steps and give children the personal encouragement they need along the way.

There is no pressure to be the best in the room. Progress is measured against their own development—helping them build:

✅ Confidence
✅ Focus and coordination
✅ Self-discipline
✅ Resilience
✅ Pride in their achievements

Every small success becomes proof that they are more capable than they thought.

Give your child the opportunity to discover what they can achieve.