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2025 was a very special year – we witnessed Sei and Dan earn their black belts. We now have 4 black belt instructors with a total of more than 100 years experience in the martial arts! Congratulations gentlemen, you do … Continue reading →

Grading is next week. It’s too late to learn the syllabus now. How can you make the most of the grading? I’m going to make a few assumptions here: That being the case, let’s look at what you can do … Continue reading →

The EOY grading will be held during Monday and Wednesday classes in December. We will start with white belts on Monday 1 December, and progress via rank order. Wednesday 10 December will be a regular training day with Dan in … Continue reading →

Apologies for any inconvenience, but there will be no classes on Wednesday 26 November as an instructor is not available. Don’t forget to practice at home in preparation for grading in December!

I look forward to relaxing with past and present members and celebrating 14 years of Sobukan. Where: Himeji Garden When: 1pm Sunday 12 October. What: Light training followed by a picnic. Who: All past and present members and their loved … Continue reading →

Unfortunately the dojo will not be available on the Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday 6 October due to a Judo competition on the weekend. Please see the messenger chat for alternative arrangements for training on the day.

Due to business travel, kids classes will be cancelled on Monday 8th and Wednesday 10th September. Adults classes will run as normal thanks to Dan. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Classes kick off on Monday 3 February 2025! New students are welcome. It will be a hot week, so you are welcome to wear shorts and t-shirts to training this week. We will have the air conditioner and fans on, … Continue reading →

April 2025 TBC: Black belt grading February 2025 February 3: First class of the year January 2025 No training in January this year December 2024 December 18: Last class of 2024 December 1: Bonenkai end of year BBQ All December: … Continue reading →

This month marks 13 years of Sobukan! Time to celebrate. When: 11am Sunday 15 September Where: Thalassa Park, Aberfoyle Park Who: All past and present students, families and significant others Bring: Food to share, drinks, games, chairs and tables if … Continue reading →