Bordertown BJMA Martial Arts Club

Bordertown BJMA Martial Arts Club Bordertown BJMA Club based in Bordertown SA since 1978. State of a Warrior Muay Thai Event, Supporte The club has a membership of over 30 active members.

Zen Do Kai Karate

Zen Do Kai Karate, is a freestyle martial art system which was founded in Melbourne, Australia by Bob Jones and Richard Norton, when they left the Goju Kai karate dojo of Tino Ceberano in 1970. Bob Jones describes Zen Do Kai as an "open system", and as such is "open to influences and ideas from all around the world", embracing elements from Boxing, grappling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

, Eskrima, Judo, Karate and Muay Thai. Zen Do Kai means, according to Jones, "the best of everything in progression" and its elements include self-defence moves, kata, and strike work. It is set apart from many forms of traditional karate because it allows many techniques and practices used by Thai kick-boxing. The Zen Do Kai philosophy encompasses the principle of "if it works, use it" and as such contains elements of a variety of other martial arts. Zen Do Kai uses kata as a form of discipline during training and these kata have been selected for their aid in development of stances and techniques. Most of the katas derive from traditional Okinawan styles of karate, reflecting Jones' background in the 1960s. Zen Do Kai also places a large emphasis on grabs and holds and other general close combat and ground fighting techniques, having adapted itself after the emergence in particular of Brazilian Gracie Jujitsu and other forms of ground-fighting largely unknown to the West until the late 1980s. The first Zen Do Kai dojo was opened at Elizabeth Street in Melbourne. Jones states that while their training was originally intended to cater for those who worked in the security industry, Zen Do Kai follows the classical martial arts model, with a distinct hierarchy, a philosophy and the promotion of the ethical code of Bushido (Way of the Warrior). Most Zen Do Kai schools now emphasise self-defence applications and do not promote fighting or violence. The Bordertown Zen Do Kai Club began in 1978 and is one of the longest running clubs of the style in Australia. The head of Bordertown club is Hanshi Terry Hutchings, who has been actively training since 1979. We train during the SA school terms. On Monday nights Zen Do Kai students aged 10 years and over train from 7 to 8.30 pm. BJMA Thai Boxing is on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8.15 pm, also for 10 years and over. There are currently 5 instructors teaching in the club. Kyoshi Robyn Miles
2024

29/12/2025
Congratulations to all club members who graded on December 11, 2025 and thanks to all who assisted and supported. Trophi...
26/12/2025

Congratulations to all club members who graded on December 11, 2025 and thanks to all who assisted and supported.

Trophies for 2025 were again generously sponsored by Doan Pharmacies and hand-crafted in local timber by members of the Tatiara Mens Shed, many thanks! Congratulations to our trophy recipients, Kim, Samantha and Colby, with Marvin earning a Certificate of Excellence.

Classes start for 2026 on Monday, February 9th and Wednesday February 11th.

Kyoshi Robyn.

29/06/2025

Congratulations Supanut and Supafight Gym / Muaythai Boxing Fitness!

28/06/2025

takes home another win 🥇 vs 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 is points 💪🏾

He fights for gold 🏆 tomorrow in the final ‼️

Too slick SupaNut 💯

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09/04/2025

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Today marks 3 years since we lost Mitch Clark. ❤️

Though he’s no longer with us, his impact on the fight community and everyone who crossed paths with him still lives strong.

We were honoured to have him fight on our shows.

Rest in peace, Big Country. 🌹

02/04/2025

TRIBUTE TO RICHARD NORTON – REFLECTIONS ON A GREAT AUSTRALIAN

This morning a longtime friend of Richard Norton, Beverley Pinder will be doing a tribute on Richard Norton from 9.04 am on community radio station 88.3 Southern FM.

Pinder’s Ponderings, is a regular weekly show on Southern FM and around 10.30am martial arts great Barry Pang will also be on to close the show with Reflections on a Great Australian.

If you are interested in listening in on what I am sure will be a great reflection on this icon of Australian Martial Arts, Richard Norton, tune into 88.3 Southern FM on the following link:

https://www.southernfm.com.au/

The show is recorded so you can also listen to the recording afterwards.

Address

Bordertown High School Hall
Bordertown, SA
5268

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 7pm - 8:30pm

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