GKR Karate

12/09/2026

Congratulations to all our amazing Gwandalan students who graded yesterday! This is a massive achievement and we couldn't be more proud of you guys. Well done!!!

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/

15/08/2026

Congratulations to all our amazing gwandalan students who graded today at Gosford! We are so very proud of all of you. Well done!

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/

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/

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! 🥋🏅

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.

11/07/2026

Congratulations Elsie - grading to orange belt yesterday at Gosford Dojo! We are all so proud of you! Well done!

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

03/07/2026

🎄🎅 CHRISTMAS IN JULY IS HERE AT GKR KARATE! 🥋🎁

Looking for something fun, active and rewarding these school holidays? We’ve got you covered!

✅ All classes are running as normal throughout the holidays, so there’s plenty of opportunities to train.

🎉 New to GKR Karate? Take advantage of our 7-Day School Holiday Karate Experience for just $35, including a FREE training shirt (valued at $30)! 👕🥋 Enjoy unlimited training for 7 days and discover everything GKR Karate has to offer.

⭐ Our best offer yet! Parents and siblings of existing GKR members can join for FREE!

If you’ve been thinking about giving karate a try, this is the perfect time. Build confidence, improve fitness, learn valuable life skills, and have a whole lot of fun in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

🎁 Don’t miss our Christmas in July special!

📩 Send us a message today to book your 7-Day School Holiday Karate Experience or find out how your family can take advantage of our FREE parent and sibling offer.

Offer valid from 6–19 July 2026. We can’t wait to welcome you onto the mats! 🥋🎄

15/06/2026

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13/06/2026

Well done Jackson grading today to green belt! We are all so proud of you! 👍 👏👏👏

05/06/2026

KING’S BIRTHDAY LONG WEEKEND 👑

Just a reminder that all karate classes will be running as normal over the King’s Birthday Long Weekend!

📍 GWANDALAN DOJO

⏰ Monday 8th June
5pm - Juniors (ages 5-12)
6pm - families and higher grades

Whether you’re working towards your next belt, sharpening your kata, or building confidence and fitness, we’ll be on the mats and ready to train!

🔥 Special Event 🔥

🥊 Continuous Sparring Seminar
📍 GOSFORD DOJO
📅 Saturday 6 June
⏰ 1:00pm – 3:00pm

A fantastic opportunity to improve your timing, movement, endurance, and sparring skills in a supportive environment. Open to eligible students looking to take their training to the next level.

See you on the mats this long weekend! 🥋👊

Send a message to learn more

29/05/2026

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25/05/2026

Hey guys, just a reminder that PJ Party registrations close this Wednesday! 🥳

We only have a few spots left, so be quick to secure your spot with $10 cash paid to your instructor ASAP.

OR pay via:

PAY ID: 0411110983

(Please put the student’s name in the description if paying via PayID.)

The instructors are getting their PJs on and have lots of fun activities planned! 🎉

Don’t miss out on this once a year feast of self defence, pillow fights and pizza!!! 🍕

10/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing karate mums in our dojo community 💐🥋

Thank you for the support, encouragement and love you give both on and off the mats. Your strength and dedication help shape the next generation every day.

We appreciate you more than you know 💖