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Adults · Over 50s · Maroochydore

Karate for Adults & Over 50s

It’s never too late to start. Get fitter, ease the stress, and learn real self-defence, alongside people from every walk of life.

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Why adults train

Reach your full potential

Whether you’re after an exciting way to stay in shape and challenge your mind and body, or you want to ease stress and rebuild your confidence, Sunshine Coast Karate has you covered.

Fitness

Strength, flexibility, balance and coordination, at your own pace.

Stress relief

Life gets hectic. Regular training helps ease daily stress and worry.

Self-defence

Practical skills that don’t rely on size or strength: especially valuable for smaller-framed people.

Confidence

Belts take commitment and patience. Every one proves you can do hard things.

Focus

An hour where nothing matters but what’s in front of you.

Community

People who know your name, and have your back.

A flexible training schedule

We have Teens & Adults classes throughout the week: early mornings, daytime and evenings, plus Saturday mornings. So our students come from every walk of life: students, shift workers, professionals, business owners, retirees and more. If you have kids, you’re welcome to train with them too, and members train with their own kids for free.

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Over 50s

Age, fitness and experience are no barrier

We have students in their 60s, some of whom only started then, and a mix of men and women, both students and instructors. You go at your own pace, and every class can be adapted to what your body needs today.

“I started karate in my early 60s… I just passed the 5 yr mark. Anybody that wants to start karate, don’t let age stop you.”

Shane S.

Class times

Teens & Adults class times

Early mornings, daytime and evenings, through the week and on Saturday mornings.

Monday

  • 6–7 pm Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up

Tuesday

  • 6–7 am Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up
  • 9:30–10:30 am Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up
  • 6:30–7:30 pm Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up

Wednesday

  • 6–7 pm Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up

Thursday

  • 6–7 am Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up
  • 9:30–10:30 am Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up
  • 6:30–7:30 pm Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up

Friday

  • 6:35–8 pm Senior Squad Members Teens and adults · kata and kumite · coloured belts

Saturday

  • 10:30–11:30 am Teens & Adults Ages 13 and up

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In their words

What our students say

Starting at Sunshine Coast karate has been one of the best things I have done . It has brought a whole new mentality and positive outlook on life whilst learning one of the oldest forms of karate.

SCK has helped me deal with anxiety and stresses that life can bring. Training here helps build confidence and inner strength of which have been fundamental to me starting my own business 2 yrs ago.

Both Sensei Martin and Sensei Sandra are highly skilled and amazing people with heaps of knowledge to share! Watching them perform karate is mind blowing and also a testament to them of what can be achieved.

I could not recommend SCK enough, great place to meet people, have fun and train hard.

Ian R. Student

Training at the SC Karate dojo has helped me a lot with my sciatica, provides me with creative and fun ways to keep up with my stretches and exercises prescribed by my physio. At the same time it gives me an opportunity to train alongside my children which we all absolutely love and have fun with.

Maureen K. Student

I started training at Sunshine Coast Karate some 7ish years ago and I can’t imagine my life without it. Sensei Sandra and Martin have created the most wonderful family at the dojo. No matter what you will always be encouraged to learn, and challenge yourself to grow. Even if I never did martial arts again in my life, the mental fortitude and growth taught by Martin and Sandra Sensei will aid me for the rest of my adult life. I am forever grateful to my parents for bringing me to such a lovely community to have spent my teenage years. And to Sensei Sandra and Martin for continuing to put up with me 😛

Jacqui L. Student

Training with SCK has been one of the best decisions I have ever made for myself and my family. The community is so supportive and our teachers are very inspiring. Learning karate has changed how I see myself and the world, I can not recommend SCK dojo enough!

Melanie F. Student

I love practicing at Sunshine Coast Karate ❣️Teachers there are great people! They teach us not only skills but nice manners. I am with them almost 6 years and still loving it❣️😊

Rika T. Student

I started karate in my early 60s thanks to Sensei Martin and Sandra for letting me have a go.  I just passed the 5yr mark, wow time goes quick.  It’s been like a second home for me as I can come to class have a laugh and get stuck in to some serious training.  Training has helped me so much, posture, breathing, flexibility and much more.  It’s been slow and steady for me but I’ve loved every lesson.  Every lesson is different.  Any body that wonts to start karate don’t let age stop you.  You can’t go past Sunshine Coast karate.  You won’t be disappointed.

Shane S. Student

Questions

Questions adults ask

Anything else you’d like to know? Give us a call, we’re happy to help.

Call 0435 255 323
Do I need any martial arts experience?

No. Just an open mind to learn. Some people find it easier to start with none. Our instructors and more experienced students will help you build strong basics.

Do I need to get fit before I start?

No. Martial arts is a great way to get fit while you learn. Go at your own pace, and take breaks when you need them. If you have a medical concern, check with your doctor first.

Am I too old to start?

No. We have students who started in their 60s. Go at your own pace, and we’ll help you along.

Do I have to hit people?

Karate teaches practical self-defence, and you can’t learn that without doing it, just as you can’t learn to drive from a book. But you won’t do full-contact training in your first lesson, and you never have to unless you choose to. With controlled-contact practice, the skills become instinctive.

Can a friend or my partner start with me?

Yes. You can book together on the same form. Training with someone keeps you both going, and makes it a lot more fun.

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
  • Parents welcome to train alongside their kids
  • We’ll call within 2 business days to confirm
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Find us

Our dojo in Maroochydore

Sunshine Coast Karate

2/14 Depot Street (Access via Progress Road)
Maroochydore QLD 4558

0435 255 323

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Opening hours
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
Map showing Sunshine Coast Karate on Depot Street, Maroochydore, off Progress Road near Energex

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Getting here: the entrance and car park are off Progress Road, across the road from Energex.