GKR Karate

02/10/2026

As we kick off our Stop Domestic & Family Violence October 2026 Awareness month, don’t forget to share photos of you wearing your purple belt to class using the hashtags

If you don’t have a purple belt, it’s not too late to order one online with all profits from belt sales being donated directly to RizeUp in Australia, Shine in New Zealand and Refuge in the United Kingdom.

AUS: go.gkrkarate.com/sdfvaus
NZ: go.gkrkarate.com/sdfvnz
UK : go.gkrkarate.com/sdfvuk

Help us stop domestic and family violence! GKR Karate are proud to be running our Stop Domestic & Family Violence Campaign in October to help raise funds for 'RizeUp', who assist in providing essential support to those dealing with domestic and family violence for a 3rd year in 2026. Please join wit...

20/09/2026

Denise proving it's never too late to start! Incredibly proud of you Denise and your determination! Congratulations on achieving your 6th kyu today!

08/09/2026

Bring a friend or family member to Seaford and Aldinga Dojo for the month of September and if they get started both of you get 2 Weeks Free training!
Open to everyone!

24/08/2026

Yvonne started karate with her son to give him the confidence she missed as a child. 21 years later and in the midst of cancer treatment, the thought of returning to karate keeps her on track.
Read Yvonne’s GKR Story here: https://www.gkrkarate.com/articles/gkr-stories-yvonne-cooke/

04/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who made the 2026 World Cup an unforgettable tournament. We can't wait to see you at the next one!

Just a reminder:
📸 Photos from the event are now available to purchase from our official event photographers Quick Pics: https://www.quickpics.co.uk/site/gkrwc2026

🏆 Head to our website to view the full tournament results: https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/2026-world-cup/

30/07/2026

What an incredible weekend!
The very best of GKR Karate competitors came together in Telford UK to showcase their skill, determination and spirit at the 2026 GKR Karate World Cup.

Every student who stepped onto the mat represented themselves, their dojo and GKR Karate with pride. Their sportsmanship and outstanding performances made their families, friends and Sensei incredibly proud. A huge congratulations to every competitor, official, volunteer and supporter who helped make this event such a memorable success.
Thank you to everyone who made the 2026 World Cup an unforgettable tournament. We can't wait to see you at the next one!

📸 Photos from the event are now available to purchase from our official event photographers Quick Pics: https://www.quickpics.co.uk/site/gkrwc2026

🏆 Head to our website to view the full tournament results: https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/2026-world-cup/

26/07/2026

🏆 Championship Sunday is here!

The final day of the 2026 GKR Karate World Cup is about to get underway, with our World Champions set to be crowned.

🕘 Need the timetable or event information?
Head to GKRWorldCup.com for the latest schedule, venue information and other event FAQs.

🎥 Livestreams

* Roaming livestream will be available commencing at 10:30am, bringing you action from around the venue.

* Fixed ring livestreams available this afternoon, featuring the Female and Male Opens finals.

Watch all livestreams when operating will be available here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com//streams

Good luck to all competitors - we can't wait to see an incredible final day of competition! 🥋🏅

25/07/2026

🏆 The 2026 GKR Karate World Cup is officially underway in Telford, UK!

Over 1,000 competitors from around the world are coming together across three action packed days to compete, connect and celebrate the spirit of karate.

📅 For live schedules, event information and answers to frequently asked questions, head to GKRWorldCup.com.

📸 Don’t forget to share your favourite moments using for the chance to have your photos featured in our official event album!

24/07/2026

We are excited to announce that we will be streaming the 2026 GKR Karate World Cup LIVE and FREE on our YouTube channel!

This allows our global community to join in and witness the premiere event on the GKR Karate International calendar.

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OFFICIAL STREAMING DETAILS

There will be 3 streams to choose from over the weekend – 2 streams covering the open female and male divisions, and a 3rd stream capturing action from around the arena.

WHERE?
Via our official YouTube channel. Subscribe to our channel via the link below to be notified when streams go live.

COST?
Absolutely FREE!

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

Protect Yourself from Fake Accounts and Streams

While we celebrate this exciting event, we want to ensure your safety and security online. Recently, we have identified numerous fake accounts, groups, and profiles on Facebook that are attempting to impersonate GKR Karate and promote fraudulent streams, or sell fake spectator tickets.

Key Points to Remember:

No Friend Requests from GKR:
GKR Karate will never send friend requests on Facebook. If you receive a request from an account claiming to be us, please block/report it immediately & inform any fellow GKR members you see interacting with these profiles for their safety.

Official Streams:
The only legitimate streams of the World Cup will via our YouTube channel. Any promotion asking for payment to view the streams is fraudulent.

Stay Informed:
Head to our official World Cup website https://gkrworldcup.com/ - for all event information including a live timetable, competitor information and other FAQ’s

We look forward to making this event accessible to everyone. If you can’t be at the event, we look forward to seeing you online!

https://www.youtube.com/live/DQZ-Bqz4Rqs?si=EDPfU8pI8piIAAQr

Roaming action from the 2026 World Cup. This stream will cover act...

23/07/2026

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22/07/2026

We often see many ‘different’ ways of bowing during Karate.
Are you guilty of any of these?...

14/07/2026

Sensei David Mogford was recently featured on WIN News Canberra. Watch below as he shares the importance of self-defence education for young girls and how it helps build confidence, awareness and practical skills.

09/07/2026

In mid-June, several of our Queensland, New South Wales and Victorian senior group volunteered to complete a Homes set-up with our charity partner, RizeUp Australia.

RizeUp provides all the practical items needed for victim-survivors of family and domestic violence to make a fresh start, including furniture and other household items that help transform empty houses into homes.

When each of our GKR teams arrived at their location, they were greeted by a RizeUp driver, an empty house and a truck filled with flatpacks and homewares. The teams set about unloading the truck, assembling the flatpacks, making beds, filling pantries and carefully decorating the space. This included fitting out children’s bedrooms and providing them with the materials needed to start at a new school.

After 4+ hours of work at each location, the transformation from house to home left a lasting memory for all involved. With the knowledge that a family would be entering their newly furnished home in the coming days, each team member took comfort in knowing that they had helped create a new beginning for someone in need.

We are incredibly grateful to RizeUp for the work they do and for the opportunity to be involved in their Homes program. We also appreciate the amazing support shown by all of our students and instructors who participate in the Stop Domestic & Family Violence Purple Belt Campaign. Your involvement means a lot, not only to RizeUp and the families they help, but also to GKR Karate as a whole.

If you would like to volunteer with RizeUp to help setting up Homes, information can be found here https://www.rizeup.com.au/volunteer

05/07/2026

WORLD CUP ENTRIES CLOSE TODAY!
This is your opportunity to become a World Champion – Don’t miss out!

To enter visit: www.gkrworldcup.com

26/05/2026

As part of our Stop Domestic & Family Violence Purple Belt Campaign, we are proud to be hosting a special fundraising self-defence seminar open to all GKR students, families, friends, and members of the community.

Whether you train with GKR Karate or simply want to learn practical self-defence skills in a safe and supportive environment, this seminar with Sensei Carrie and is a fantastic opportunity to build confidence while supporting an incredibly important cause.

This class is open to both students as-well as friends and family members of students who would like to learn some self defence.

If you have one, wear your Purple Belt and join us as we raise both funds and awareness for our charity partner, RizeUp Australia — an organisation dedicated to supporting families affected by domestic and family violence.

📅 SUNDAY, 7th JUNE 2026
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lonsdale Prime Dojo

PLEASE NOTE:
This seminar will run in place of our regular karate classes, with all proceeds going directly to RizeUp Australia.

💜 Seminar Fees:
• $15 – Single
• $25 – Two Family Members
• $30 – Family Pass

Together, we can make a difference.

To learn more about RizeUp Australia, visit:
https://www.rizeup.com.au/about-rizeup

22/04/2026

Reminder! No class this week at Aldinga due to the floors being resurfaced.

Why not come and join us up the road at Seaford dojo from 6pm instead!

Reminder! There will be no class Thursday 23rd April as the floors are being resurfaced.

19/04/2026

Congratulations to Zachary on achieving your 6th kyu green belt this afternoon. Well done!

02/04/2026

SPECIAL CLASS – DON’T MISS THIS!
We’re excited to announce a special class with Renshi Jason Knight. This is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your skills and train under one of the best!
Kata & Kata Application
Followed by
Kumite Training Session
This special class is open to 5th Kyu (Blue Belt) and above.
If you’re serious about working on your technique, understanding deeper kata application, and pushing your kumite to the next level, this is the session for you.

20/03/2026

Reminder! There will be no class Thursday 23rd April as the floors are being resurfaced.

16/02/2026

Congratulations to those who graded on the weekend. You all did so well!