For current students
Special programs
For current students who want more: compete, learn traditional weapons, or step up as a leader.
Tournament Squad
The Tournament Squad is for students who are passionate about competition, and for those who are curious about tournaments and want to explore their potential. It gives specialised training to help students improve their skills, gain confidence and experience the excitement of competition. Each year our local committee hosts at least two local tournaments, with opportunities to compete on the Gold Coast, interstate and even internationally.
For parents: competing isn’t just about winning. It’s about setting goals, handling challenges and growing through experience. Victories and setbacks both build resilience, sportsmanship and a strong work ethic, and the squad teaches perseverance, discipline and performing under pressure: qualities that help far beyond the dojo.
For teens and adults: refine your kata and kumite, train alongside like-minded people, and challenge yourself in a competitive setting, whether you’re aiming high or just exploring your potential.
Class times
- Friday 4:30–5:50 pm: Junior Squad (under 13): kata and kumite
- Friday 6:00–6:30 pm: Weapons Squad (optional; green belt and above): bo and sai, for kobujutsu students competing in tournaments
- Friday 6:35–8:00 pm: Senior Squad (teens and adults): kata and kumite
Who can join
Squad training complements your regular classes, not replaces them. Squad students attend at least two regular classes a week, and we recommend completing your first grading before you join.
Equipment
Your own gloves, mouth guard, shin and instep protectors, and a groin guard (male), all available from the club shop. Club body gear and head gear can be borrowed for classes.
Weapons training
Kobujutsu (traditional weapons) is a valuable supplement to your karate. It deepens your understanding of traditional martial arts, improves coordination, control and focus, and earns its own rankings alongside your karate grades.
For parents: it asks for precision, patience and discipline, and teaches the history and use of traditional weapons.
For teens and adults: it develops body awareness, fluidity and technique, and adds a new dimension to your practice.
Who can join
Teen and adult students with at least a green belt (9th kyu) and an unlimited membership.
Class times
Monday and Wednesday, 7:10–8:00 pm.
Leadership program
The Leadership Program is a pathway to international instructor qualifications in Chito-Ryu Karate-do, and a chance to accelerate your personal growth. For students at green belt (9th kyu) and above, it’s an invitation to build confidence, leadership skills and character, on and off the dojo floor.
For parents: a structured way for your child to grow as a leader, building self-esteem, responsibility, communication, organisation and teamwork in a safe, supportive environment.
For teens and adults: mentor others and be a role model while deepening your own karate, and gain skills in public speaking, team management and teaching.
There are four progressive stages, and leaders earn badges as they go. They assist in classes, lead small groups and inspire others, while keeping up their own training.
Who can join
Students at green belt (9th kyu) and above, with an unlimited membership.
Want to know more? Speak with your instructor, or call 0435 255 323.