Since 2013, Lion Budokan Karate International in Auckland has been dedicated to training hundreds of students in martial arts.
We help individuals build self-confidence, learn essential self- defence skills, and improve overall fitness🥋👊. Shihan Syed is a Black belt 5th Dan and has over 20+ years of combined experience in martial arts as a student, instructor, examiner and referee.
30/08/2026
Every confident leader was once a beginner. At LBKI, students learn to support, guide and inspire others—developing leadership skills that reach far beyond the dojo.
Learn with purpose. Lead by example.
Grow your potential with LBKI: www.budokan.co.nz
Real self-defence starts before the first move.
Awareness helps you recognise risk. Control helps you create distance. Confidence helps you stay calm and ready.
Train practical self-defence with purpose at LBKI.
🌐 www.budokan.co.nz
Confidence isn’t always seen. Sometimes, it’s heard.
The belt tightening. The gi snapping. The step landing. Breaking through hesitation.
Every sound marks progress.
The snap. The step. The courage to begin.
Find your confidence on the dojo floor. Train at LBKI.
🌐 www.budokan.co.nz
26/08/2026
Real strength isn’t about reacting first. It’s about staying aware, remaining calm and making the right move. At LBKI, practical self-defence is taught with discipline, responsibility and control.
Stay aware. Stay calm. Stay in control.
Train with purpose: www.budokan.co.nz
25/08/2026
Train with purpose. Represent your dojo with pride. The official LBKI Karate Uniform brings identity, discipline and unity to every training session.
Official LBKI uniform—available from WSA Sports.
Shop the uniform today.
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22/08/2026
Every student learns differently—and every step forward matters. At LBKI Budokan, students develop confidence, focus and strong karate skills through patient guidance and purposeful training.
Your pace. Your progress. Classes for ages 6+.
Start your karate journey today.
🌐 www.budokan.co.nz
19/08/2026
The very beginning of a legacy. This photograph is more than history; it’s a testament to the community, discipline, and passion that have driven us from day one. Look back to move forward.
From that first class, as seen here with our foundational senseis and earliest students, to the generations we train today, the journey has been one of growth, discipline, and community. We are Stronger Together and striving to be Better Every Day.
Ready to start your own journey? Join the Budokan legacy. Discover classes and begin your path to a lifetime of growth. Visit www.budokan.co.nz to learn more.
10/08/2026
At Budokan Karate, we believe in mastering both technique and self. Our training is designed to build unwavering discipline, resilience, and character, transforming every move into a purposeful step toward a stronger you. Discover the powerful dynamic of '𝗙𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗸𝗼𝗺𝗶' and experience traditional karate with a modern focus on personal growth.
Take your first powerful step today. Sign up for classes and begin your martial arts journey at www.budokan.co.nz
What if your child could be stronger than their fears?
Build confidence, discipline, focus and courage — one class at a time.
Give your child the confidence to believe in themselves.
Start their journey today! 🌐 www.budokan.co.nz
29/07/2026
Karate Begins and Ends With Respect.
Karate is about more than learning techniques. It’s about building discipline, focus, confidence, and strong character that students can carry with them for life.
Every class is a step toward becoming stronger—inside and out.
Respect others. Build focus. Develop confidence. Create strong character.
Start Your Karate Journey Today!
🌐 www.budokan.co.nz
| Monday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 10:30am |