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Ages 13 and up · Maroochydore

Karate for Teens (13yrs+)

Give yourself the edge in life. Sharpen your mind and body, find your people, and discover you’re stronger than you thought.

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What teens gain

Staying focused and motivated just got easier

Many of our young adults, looking back on their teenage years, talk about the inner strength, courage, commitment, confidence and focus that karate gave them to get through some of their toughest times.

Confidence

Standing up for what’s right, for themselves and for others.

Focus

A clear head for study, sport and everything else competing for their attention.

Calm

A break from the pressure: an hour where nothing matters but the training.

Fitness

Stronger, fitter and more flexible, at their own pace.

Leadership

As they progress, teens take on leadership roles and help younger students.

Self-defence

Practical skills, and the confidence to respond appropriately.

Training alongside adults

Teens train in our Teens & Adults classes. Our adults inspire, support, encourage and lead by example, and teens soon find their place. As they move up through the ranks, many take on leadership roles, where they nurture respect, compassion and patience.

For parents: when we talk to local teachers about our students, we hear about their respect, responsibility, leadership, self-discipline and focus at school.

A teen and an older black belt working through a partner drill

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

Saturday

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

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In their words

What our students say

I’m so grateful to get the chance to study karate with SCK; I’ve loved the opportunity to train and learn through the leadership programme which is helping me in my school life as well.

Na’ila K. Student

I love how we get to challenge ourselves through regular tournaments, where I enjoy both kata and kumite, but moreover I get to make friends through our tournaments including friends from across the world that we meet again at Soke cup every 3 years!

Raiyan K. Student

I joined Sunshine Coast Karate with my brother over a decade ago now and I couldn’t be happier with how my time here has gone. I’ve been able to create so many special bonds with people from Karate not just in our dojo, but within the world-wide Chito-Ryu Karate-Do community. Learning and training here has allowed me the opportunities to travel the world, training and competing at an international level, which has truly been a dream come true for me. Our instructors, Martin and Sandra Phillips, both devote so much of their time and effort to make sure each and every student feels important and are progressing forwards towards their goals. I cannot recommend Sunshine Coast Karate highly enough.

Bailey K. Student

I’m glad to have been doing karate since I was 4 and now I’m nearly 11, and I’ve made lots of good friends through the dojo while learning fitness, self defense and karate 🙂

Mahirah K. Student

I love doing karate with my whole family, it’s something we often play with at home and I love it because I get to show my parents how to do next kata, stretches and other exercises.

Mahirah K. Student

We have been part of the Sunshine Coast Karate family for 8 years. It’s a great place to get fit, learn & make friends.

Andrew C. Student

Questions

Questions teens (and parents) ask

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

Call 0435 255 323
Do teenagers train with adults?

Yes. Teens train in our Teens & Adults classes, and they benefit greatly from it. Our adults inspire, support and lead by example.

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.

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.

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.

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
Rather talk? Call 0435 255 323

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Step 2 of 3 Who’s training?

Their age tells us which class suits them. You can change it.

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Child 2 (optional)
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Child 4 (optional)

You’ll try a Teens & Adults class (13 and up).

Parents can join Little Champions and Karate Kids classes with their child.

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Choose one or more. The date is the next class; we’ll confirm the day with you.

Classes

Kids (8-12 yrs) (8–12)

Little Champions (4-7 yrs) (4–7)

Teens & Adults (13+)

Anything else? (optional)

Injuries, nerves, questions: anything that helps us look after you.

Rather talk? Call 0435 255 323.

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.