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Our mission is to help people like you to be healthier, fitter and safer.
We are a supportive community helping each other to learn life skills in a fun and safe environment.
Learn MMA for self-defence from a passionate instructor with more than 40 years’ experience.
917a South Rd, Clarence Gardens
Contact: 0451 488 655
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No kids classes on Nov 4 or 11
Apologies for the inconvenience but kids classes will be cancelled on Wednesday November 4 and Wednesday November 11 as there will be no instructors available. Senpai Sei will take the kids class on Monday November 2 and adult classes on … Continue reading
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Sobukan closure
As a young black belt 35 years ago, I was searching for a dojo that was welcoming, traditional, yet taught super-effective principles and techniques for all fighting ranges. My search for the perfect dojo took me to Japan, Okinawa, Thailand … Continue reading
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Proposed syllabus changes
Our syllabus is not stuck in tradition, it evolves to meet our needs. Here I present proposed changes to the solo and partner drill sections of the syllabus, which I hope will facilitate smooth and progressive skill development. Other sections … Continue reading
Yes, we are training tonight! We usually train on public holidays.
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Nakai sensei seminar
MMA and BJJ Legend Yuki Nakai sensei will visit Adelaide to give a seminar for the first time. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a pioneer of BJJ, Japan’s first black belt in BJJ and a trainer of MMA … Continue reading
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Classes cancelled Australia Day….
Classes cancelled Australia Day. Following a student poll, we will cancel classes on Monday 26 January due to the public holiday and extreme heat. See you all on Wednesday!
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New Black Belts!
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
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How to pass your grading
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: You’ve attended enough classes. For most people, one belt a year … Continue reading
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EOY grading
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
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No classes Wednesday 26 November
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!
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