All Stars Martial Arts Head Office - East Bentleigh

🥋❄️ 2026 ALL STARS WINTER KARATE TOURNAMENT ❄️🥋

What an amazing and courageous effort by all of our students who competed today at the All Stars Winter Karate Tournament! 👏

Stepping onto the floor and putting your training to the test takes courage. Whether you won, placed, or didn’t come away with a medal, every student who competed should be incredibly proud.

Tournament experience is a fantastic opportunity to put your training into practice, perform under pressure and learn from the experience. Winning or placing is a fantastic achievement, but having the courage to compete and test your skills is an achievement in itself and an experience that will certainly help push each student’s progress forward. 💪🥋

🏆 Congratulations to all of our students who placed in their divisions, and a huge well done to every competitor who stepped up and gave it their best!

A big thank you to all of the families, instructors, officials and supporters who helped make today possible.

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🥋 Term 3 is well underway, and we’re looking forward to plenty of exciting events coming up!

📸 Photo: Our awesome leadership team working with our Wednesday Peewees (5-6 yrs) Karate class.

📅 Saturday 15 August: Karate Tournament
📅 Saturday 22 August: VIC State Training Day
📅 Monday 31 August – Sunday 6 September: Father’s Day & Special Friends Week – fathers and special friends are invited to join in with their child’s class
📅 Saturday 12 – Friday 18 September: In-Class Gradings
📅 Saturday 19 September: Grading Day Event
📅 Sunday 20 September: Final classes of Term 3
📅 Tuesday 29 September – Friday 2 October: Four-Day Karate School Holiday Program
📅 Wednesday 30 September & Friday 2 October: Kickboxing Camp Holiday Program

Please save these dates, and keep an eye out for further information as each event approaches. We’re looking forward to a fantastic remainder of Term 3! 🥋⭐

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We have received the very sad news of the passing of Maurice Garnier, and we join the martial arts community in mourning his loss.

Maurice was an 8th Dan in Zen Do Kai, a highly respected weapons master and a valued mentor to many. He was an honest and genuine person who worked tirelessly to develop his knowledge and generously shared it with anyone willing to listen and learn.

His knowledge, encouragement, friendship and contribution to martial arts will never be forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to Maurice’s wife, family, friends, students and everyone whose life he touched.

Rest in peace, Maurice. Your legacy will live on through the many people you taught and inspired. 🥋🙏

🥋 Congratulations to all of our students who achieved their next rank at today’s Holiday Program Catch-Up Grading!

A new belt is recognition of consistent training, continuous improvement, and the knowledge developed through dedication over time. It reflects the effort put in class after class, week after week, and for many students, over many months and years.

Congratulations on your well-deserved achievement

What an incredible week it’s been at our School Holiday Program and Kickboxing Camp! 🥋🥊

Our students have packed so much into just a few days, building skills, confidence and friendships while having an absolute blast.

From Muay Thai fundamentals, technique, pad work, sparring drills and takedowns, to karate training covering kata, self-defence basics and weapons awareness, every session has been full of learning and action.

We’ve also been learning important life skills through fun discussions about anti-bullying, how to stay calm, make good choices, use our words to solve problems, and build confidence and respect both on and off the mats.

Of course, it hasn’t all been serious! There have been ninja obstacle courses, archery, Nerf wars, relay races, team challenges, partner drills, skill-based games, movie time and plenty of laughs along the way.

We’re now looking forward to finishing the week with an exciting final day on Friday, including our Catch-Up & Holiday Program Grading at 2:00 pm for eligible students. We can’t wait to see everyone finish the week strong and showcase everything they’ve been working on.

Great work to all of our students for bringing such fantastic energy and enthusiasm every day. It’s been amazing watching everyone step outside their comfort zone, support one another, and create memories that will last well beyond the holidays.

Junior Leadership Training in Action! 👊

Fantastic effort by everyone who attended our Junior Leadership Training.

These sessions are designed to develop leadership skills both on and off the mats—whether you’re assisting in classes or simply leading by example through your attitude, effort and commitment.

Strong leaders help build a stronger academy. By supporting each other, setting a positive example and continually improving, we all contribute to a better training environment for everyone. 🔥

Mid-Year Grading 2026! 👏🥋

It was an amazing day of showcasing improvement, skill, knowledge and determination under pressure. Every student should be incredibly proud of their effort and achievements.

A big thank you also to all of our instructors, assistants, volunteers and families for your support throughout the day. Events like these are a true reflection of our community—sharing knowledge, celebrating each other’s success and, most importantly, having a great time together.

Congratulations once again to everyone involved! 👊

📅 School Holiday Break
Our academy is now closed for the first week of the school holidays. Office re opens Monday 6th July and Holiday programs commence Tuesday 7th July, with all regular group classes returning Monday 13 July.

Enjoy the break, and we’ll see you back on the mats soon! 💙🥋

🥋 Today’s Grading Day Schedule

Good luck to all students grading today!

Please arrive early, bring your full uniform and equipment, and be ready to give your best effort on the mats.

We can’t wait to see everyone’s focus, spirit, and hard work on display. 💙⭐

🥋👏 Congratulations to all of our St Joseph’s Primary School Malvern Before School Karate students on an outstanding effort in your in-class gradings this week!