For a long time now, I have been practicing what I call the “Art of Less.” In a world that constantly demands more—more speed, more noise, more “hustle”—I have found that the most profound growth often comes from what we choose to remove, rather than what we choose to add. A Work in Progress I

As we step into a new year, many families in Maroochydore are looking for more than just an after-school activity. They are looking for a place of belonging, a source of resilience, and a pathway to self-mastery. At Sunshine Coast Karate, we believe the dojo is a training ground for life. This February, we invite

As we resume classes this afternoon at our Maroochydore dojo, we’re stepping into the dojo with a specific mindset. While the world is full of “New Year, New You” hype, at Sunshine Coast Karate, we want to focus on something more sustainable and grounded: Resilience. The Reality of the JourneyIn traditional karate, we don’t count

The dojo has been quiet over the holiday break, but tomorrow, the doors at 2/14 Depot Street, Maroochydore swing open to welcome back the energy of our Sunshine Coast Karate family. We don’t know what your holidays held—perhaps they were full of rest, or perhaps they were a little heavy. Either way, we are ready

The start of a New Year often brings a fresh wave of energy and a desire to move forward. At Sunshine Coast Karate in Maroochydore, we see the dojo as a supportive space to anchor that energy. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your focus, build physical strength, or simply find a moment of presence in

As we wrap up the year, we want to say a HUGE thank you for the energy you have brought to the dojo. Enjoy your holidays, rest up, and we look forward to a BIG 2026 together. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season!

It has been a busy and energising week in the dojo. Alongside our 2025 Special Awards, we have been presenting certificates and belts from our final grading of the year. A new belt is more than just a change of colour around your waist. It represents the hours of practice, the challenges overcome, and the

The energy from our recent Christmas Party has flowed right back onto the dojo mats this week. While the announcements were made during our end-of-year celebration, we had the privilege of physically presenting the 2025 Special Awards during classes this week. At Sunshine Coast Karate, we often say that our practice is “more than just

That’s a Wrap on 2025! If you walked past our dojo in Maroochydore today, you would have heard more than just kiais. You would have heard laughter, cheering, and the unmistakable sound of a community finishing the year on a high. We have officially wrapped up our final classes for 2025, and as we look

It is hard to believe we are about to take our final bow for 2025. This hasn’t just been another year on the calendar; it has been a massive milestone for our Sunshine Coast Karate family. We have officially celebrated 25 years of history, sweat, and spirit on these mats. A Quarter-Century of Growth (Literally!)