GKR Karate

26/09/2026

🥋 QUEENSLAND BLACK BELT CAMP 2026 🥋

Ready to take your karate to the next level? 🔥

Join us for 3 days of intensive training focused on:
🥋 Kihon concepts & practical application
⚡ Kata combat strategies
💥 Self-defence applications
🎯 Kata performance & Kumite coaching

📅 23–25 October 2026
📍 Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct, Currimundi
👊 Open to 3rd Kyu+ | 16 years+
💰 $270 Full Camp — includes accommodation, meals & 10 hours of training!

A great opportunity to train, learn and challenge yourself alongside fellow senior students and instructors.

Camp registration closes Sunday 18 October 2026.
👉 complete your form and return to Sensei Alex Plummer at [email protected]

Official Tee orders due TODAY -https://gkrkarateshop.com.au/product/blackbeltcamp2026queensland/

24/09/2026

This week in GKR Stories, Amber shares how coming back to karate after a life changing diagnosis gave her a newfound confidence in herself and her abilities.
Read Amber’s story here: https://www.gkrkarate.com/articles/gkr-stories-amber/

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/

22/08/2026

🥋 Have you ever thought about becoming an instructor?

Our Sempai Training Program starts Monday 31st August!

Develop your leadership skills, deepen your karate knowledge and take the next step in your GKR journey. 👊

Interested? Contact our Regional Manager, Sensei Alex on 0478 419 304 or email [email protected] — or have a chat with your instructor for more information 🥋

Minimum requirement Orange belt and above.

We look forward to having you on the team!

14/08/2026

10 out of 10 🥋

05/08/2026

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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/

31/07/2026

**QLD PLAY ON! Sport Vouchers**
Apply for your PlayOn! Sports voucher from 27th July to use towards your training fees!** giving eligible families the opportunity to kick-start their karate journey with GKR Karate.
✨ Build confidence
✨ Learn self-defence
✨ Improve fitness and focus
✨ Develop discipline and respect
✨ Join a welcoming community for all ages
🎟️ **Apply for your Play On! voucher from 27 July here:**
[https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/playon](https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/playon)
Once you've secured your voucher, we'd love to help you get started!
Your journey starts with one step. Take that step today and discover why thousands of families choose GKR Karate for fitness with a purpose.
👉 **Enquire about GKR Karate membership here:**
[https://www.gkrkarate.com/membership-enquiry/](https://www.gkrkarate.com/membership-enquiry/)
*vouchers are eligible towards weekly fee’s, registration excluded.

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/

29/07/2026

2 DAYS LEFT... 💲500 BUCKS (visa) & OVER $1,000 WORTH OF KARATE GEAR UP FOR GRABS!* 🥋💥 JULY ONLY

It's as simple as this...
👊 Bring a friend who joins GKR Karate and you're in the draw to WIN!
That's it!

🏷️ Tag your mates in comments👇
🚩Share this post, you might find some new friends...
☎ Give them a call.
🥋 Let's get them on the mats with you!

After all... you've got to be in it to win it! 😉
The best part? You'll have your friends training alongside you, building confidence, learning new skills, and having an awesome time together.
Karate is always better with friends! 💙

Don't wait—your karate friendship starts today!

📞 Call Brenda: 0422 073 270
📞 Call Sammi: 0412 033 413

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! 🥋🏅

26/07/2026

💲500 BUCKS (visa) & OVER $1,000 WORTH OF KARATE GEAR UP FOR GRABS!* 🥋💥 JULY ONLY

It's as simple as this...
👊 Bring a friend who joins GKR Karate and you're in the draw to WIN!
That's it!

🏷️ Tag your mates in comments👇
🚩Share this post, you might find some new friends...
☎ Give them a call.
🥋 Let's get them on the mats with you!

After all... you've got to be in it to win it! 😉
The best part? You'll have your friends training alongside you, building confidence, learning new skills, and having an awesome time together.
Karate is always better with friends! 💙

Don't wait—your karate friendship starts today!

📞 Call Brenda: 0422 073 270
📞 Call Sammi: 0412 033 413

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...

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