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It has been an ‘interesting’ couple of weeks. First the flood damaged carpets, TVs and document, and ever since the dojo has in a resultant state of chaos. If that wasn’t enough, last week the dojo was broken into. In … Continue reading →

Hi Sobuclan, Unfortunately we have had to cancel the Gasshuku training camp due to insufficient numbers. There were a lot of members for whom this weekend was not ideal, so hopefully we can try again later in the year. Thank … Continue reading →

The 2016 Kudo National tournament will be held at the Arnold Classic in Melbourne between 18 – 20 March. See the Facebook event or register here now!

I had a great year, and thank you for being part of my 2015. I am a strong believer that martial arts can benefit everyone. Confidence, self-esteem, concentration, discipline, fitness and self-defence are just a few of the benefits that … Continue reading →

2015 has been a great year, and I thank you all for your support. I haven’t yet had a chance to ask Umehara san, but in previous years he has hosted kakizome for us at the beginning of each year. … Continue reading →

In support of White Ribbon Day and to help empower women to feel safe, Sobukan will offer one month’s free training to any women who take a trial lesson from today until the end of the year. We hope to see … Continue reading →

Tonight I was delighted to present Umehara san with Sobukan’s very first life membership. Umehara san joined on his 71st birthday and has barely missed a class in four years. Additionally he has participated in all demonstrations at various festivals and expos, … Continue reading →

 Important dates Date Time Event Sat Nov 21 1pm Due to my Judo black belt grading, there will be no karate-bu class. 柔道の昇段審査のため、空手部を休ませていただきます。 Mon Nov 30 7pm Senior grading Wed Dec 2 5:30pm Junior grading Wed Dec 23 8pm Last … Continue reading →

Well, AsiaFest and the Kudo Nationals are over – thank you to everyone who was involved: competitors, demonstrators, volunteers, families, officials, spectators and all who loaned equipment. The tournament taught us a great deal about our strengths and weaknesses, plus … Continue reading →

The Kudo Nationals are on Saturday – so no regular classes! The weigh in is at 11am – don’t be late!! Sobukan demonstrations are on the 4th, 10th and 11th of October. Please meet at the martial arts stage in … Continue reading →