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SHINGOKAN

Shingokan Karate is one of Austalia’s leading karate schools specialising in both traditional and sports karate. We are a community oriented club with a strong emphasis on the traditional teachings and philosophies to suit today’s world. We are not only about teaching self-defence skills but teaching skills for life.

Shingokan is directly affiliated with Karate SA and the Australian Karate Federation (AKF). A school premises and instructor inspection has been carried out the by AKF to ensure we meet a high level of tuition and organisational standard. Sensei Matt’s coaching qualifications and experience are nationally and internationally recognised.

The AKF affiliation allows Shingokan members to represent karate in the sporting arena at the highest level. Tournaments are held in each state in order to select athletes to represent South Australia and Australia in both Kata (forms) and Kumite (sparring) events. The AKF is under the direction of the Olympic Committee with the future objective of becoming an Olympic Sport.

Shingokan Karate School is proud to be able to offer karate for kids in Adelaide, taught in a meaningful and respectful way. We nurture our Little Ninjas and instill in them Life Skills that will enable them to become confident in any role that they might undertake.

SELF DEFENCE

ANTI BULLYING

RESPECT

CONFIDENCE

DISCIPLINE

FITNESS

Is Karate suitable for everyone?

At Shingokan we have groups to cater for all ages and skill levels. Students from 4 years can enjoy all the excitement and challenge of learning to defend themselves or mastering an international sport.

Half of our members are female including female instructors. We recommend women train with men in our regular classes to get maximum combat benefit.

We have specialised children’s classes twice a week for each skill level, where your children will be taught all the physical aspects and discipline of karate in a safe environment by qualified instructors.

Karate Programs

LITTLE NINJAS

AGE GROUP: 4 – 7 Years Old

CLASS DURATION: 30 Minutes

The main aim with the Little Ninjas class is to introduce children to karate in a fun yet structured program.
The focus of the program is on developing motor skills, confidence and discipline while learning basic karate techniques.
Children in this age group are very receptive but do have short attention spans, so the lessons are divided into short bursts of skill or game orientated activity.

YOUNG SAMURAIS

AGE GROUP: 8 – 11 Years Old

CLASS DURATION: 45 Minutes

Young Samurais beginner class is similar to the Little Ninja class in that there is still a focus on developing their karate skills in a fun environment through karate related games and karate technique, is the next step up.
Techniques learnt in the Junior Class are progressively more difficult than the Little Ninjas class but are part of the Beginner/Novice teaching criteria.
Once Young Samurais have completed the beginner phase successfully they move up to the intermediate Samurai class.

NINJA INTERMEDIATE

AGE GROUP:

CLASS DURATION: 45 mins

This class is designed to take the Beginner/Novice to the next level of proficiency.
Beginner/Novice techniques are reinforced whilst advanced techniques are taught.
Other components that are further studied include: Self Defence, Sport Karate and Physical Fitness.

SAMURAI INTERMEDIATE

AGE GROUP:

CLASS DURATION: 45 Minutes

This class is designed to take the Beginner/Novice to the next level of proficiency.
Beginner/Novice techniques are reinforced whilst advanced techniques are taught.
Other components that are further studied include: Self Defence, Sport Karate and Physical Fitness.

ADULT BEGINNERS

AGE GROUP: 21- 80 Years Young

CLASS DURATION: 45 Minutes

Rather than sit back and watch your child train, we offer the opportunity for parents to get the benefits of karate too.
This class is a fun way to learn self-defence incorporating age specific drills and stretching.
This is a great way to increase fitness and stamina as well as learn new skills.

ADVANCED JUNIORS & SENIORS

AGE GROUP: 12 Years and up

CLASS DURATION: 60 Minutes

Advanced Junior and Senior classes are specifically designed to cater for beginners and advanced students aged 12 years and above.
Whether you are interested in fitness, self-defense, sports karate or wanting to learn a traditional Japanese Martial Art, we will help you set and achieve these goals (and more!).
We not only offer the chance to train in a respected martial art but also to compete in competitions.
Shingokan insists you train with only the best and over the years our dojo has produced many champions, from State to National and International champions.
The senior class is the highest level of expertise that the student can reach.
Classes consist of reaching a deeper understanding of all aspects of karate, including physical movement, spiritual fulfillment and mental awareness.

In the past I was concerned with the amount of pressures placed on young children with social media bullying, harassment, etc within today’s society. I thought martial arts would help my daughter evade these types of issues. From her very first lesson at Shingokan Karate, my daughter loved it. Shingokan Karate is organised by a professional Sensei with over 25 years’ experience in martial arts. My daughter has been learning karate for 3 years now and the benefits of learning this type of martial arts outweighs any weekend sport on offer. She is now so confident within herself, healthy and her dedication and determination to improve her skills is next to none. Thank you Shingokan Karate so much for helping with developing my child.

A.Warren

Our children Jacob (9) & Isabella (7) have been attending Shingokan Karate for 3 years now and we thought it was important for us to tell you what a great job that you and your Sempais are doing. Jacob and Isabella have a great time and always look forward to attending classes.While the classes are challenging, and the students are expected to work hard it’s all worth it when it comes to them protecting themselves through self defence. The children have learnt a variety of karate skills and also developed a number of life skills. They have become more confident and coordinated and have learnt self-discipline.Sensei Matt encourages parents to train too and after 2 years of sitting on the sidelines watching my kids classes I have now also joined the club. I enjoy training and learning and now the kids and I enjoy training together. If you are even thinking about joining, for yourself or for your kids, don’t hesitate – you’ve found the right club!

Chris & Maria

Its hard to express in words what Shingokan Karate and Sensei Matt have done for our two sons.
Not only have I noticed a positive change in their behavior but they have learnt discipline, respect and confidence within themselves.
Sensei Matt genuinely cares about his students and focuses on traditional training methods whilst still maintaining a fun but serious atmosphere.
My sons have been welcomed into a fantastic club and have made many new friends and enjoy going every week.
We never know what is in store for our children as they get older, if the need arises we know our children can safely and correctly defend themselves.
This is accredited to the club and the teachings of Sensei Matt.

Since joining Shingokan in 2013 our son has progressed through to his green/white belt. The training provided at Shingokan Karate has taught him discipline, co-ordination increased his stamina and provided him with a fun way to get fit. He enjoys training and has made many friends. With the encouragement of Sensei Matt, I too have joined the parent class, and find that it is a great way to get fit, practice co-ordination and increase flexibility as we age.

Caroline