Teens & Adults · Tues & Thurs 6am · Maroochydore
Awake, energised and done by 7am.
Summer karate in the dojo, before the heat of the day. Beginners welcome, all fitness levels, and you train at your own pace.
- Your first lesson is free. No experience needed.
- Tuesday & Thursday, 6–7am. Done before work.

Why train at 6am
The best start to a summer day
An hour in the dojo before the day gets busy, and before it gets hot. Here’s what early risers tell us they love.
Awake & energised
An hour of movement that gets you properly going for the day.
Before the heat
Train in the cool of the morning, before the summer sun is up high.
Done by 7am
Finished in time for work, uni or school. The rest of the day is yours.
Calm & clear
An hour where nothing matters but what’s in front of you.
Fitter over time
Strength, flexibility and balance build with practice, at your own pace.
A friendly early crew
People who know your name, and are glad you came.
Thinking about starting?
Come as you are.
Every one of our students had a first class. Here are the questions most people have, and the honest answers.

Taught by Sensei Martin and Sensei Sandra, welcoming beginners on the Sunshine Coast since 2000.
Too old or unfit?
Not at all. Train at your own pace.
The only beginner?
Every black belt started as a white belt.
Intimidating?
Friendly, supportive and built on respect.
No time?
Tues & Thurs, 6–7am. Done before work.
Class times
Early morning class times
Our early morning classes run Tuesday and Thursday, 6–7am. Mornings don’t suit? Teens & Adults classes also run during the day, in the evenings and on Saturday mornings.
In their words
What our students say
Questions
Questions early risers ask
Anything else you’d like to know? Give us a call, we’re happy to help.
Do I need any experience?
No. Most of our students started as complete beginners, and every class is adapted to where you’re at.
Do I need to get fit before I start?
No. Fitness, strength and flexibility are things karate builds over time. You go at your own pace.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable clothes like a t-shirt and track pants, and a water bottle. We train in bare feet.
Will I be finished in time for work?
Yes. Class runs 6–7am, so you’re done and on your way by 7.
Can a friend or my partner start with me?
Yes. You can both book a free trial lesson in the same booking.
Your free trial
Your first lesson is free.
Join on the day of your trial and we’ll waive the joining fee and give you a free uniform.
- No experience needed
- Tuesday & Thursday, 6–7am
- We’ll call within 2 business days to confirm
Summer 6am classes
Book a trial class
Takes less than a minute. No experience needed.
Find us
Our dojo in Maroochydore
Sunshine Coast Karate
2/14 Depot Street (Access via Progress Road)Maroochydore QLD 4558
| Monday | 3:15–8 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 9:30–10:30 am, 3:15–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:15–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 9:30–10:30 am, 3:15–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Getting here: the entrance and car park are off Progress Road, across the road from Energex.