Seishikan Karate Mount Gambier

Seishikan Karate Mount Gambier Seishikan is a traditional form of Japanese karate, placing a strong emphasis on student discipline
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Seishikan is a traditional form of Japanese karate, which places a strong emphasis on student discipline and traditional Japanese etiquette. Seishikan Karate Mount Gambier is run by Head of Style Shihan Phil Bates, an 8th Dan, and Chief Instructor Shihan Alba Kraatz, a 6th Dan. Seishikan Karate School was founded in Adelaide, Australia by Shihan Masao Tada, an 8th dan, in 1972. Two years later, the Seishikan Karate Mount Gambier School was opened by Shihan Kyoshi Tsujimoto, a 7th dan, in October 1974. Seishikan is a karate school for all ages and for people interested in learning and developing skills in self-discipline, self-belief and self-defence. Seishikan has a strong junior membership base and is popular with parents wishing to channel their child’s energy towards productive goals and achievements. Seishikan has a successful history in sport karate, winning state and national tournaments and placing several times in the top 3 in international events. Over the past 36 years, numerous Seishikan students have been named Australia Karate Federation state and national team members.

Looking for a fun new activity for your child this term? Our junior class returns tomorrow, Monday, July 20, and we stil...
19/07/2026

Looking for a fun new activity for your child this term?

Our junior class returns tomorrow, Monday, July 20, and we still have a few spaces available in our 5pm class.

Open to children aged 5-12, classes are a great way to build confidence, learn new skills, stay active and make new friends in a welcoming environment.

New students can try their first two sessions completely free, so there’s no pressure - just come along and see whether it’s the right fit!

For more information contact Shihan Phil Bates on 0413 183 928.

Can’t wait to see you there!

We have just been informed that the original Sensei of Seishikan Karate in Australia, Hanshi Masao Tada, has passed away...
14/06/2026

We have just been informed that the original Sensei of Seishikan Karate in Australia, Hanshi Masao Tada, has passed away.

It was his drive and technical excellence that made Seishikan such a strong school, and we will always be indebted to the passion he poured into Seishikan Karate.

- Phil Shihan

Pictured: Masao Tada (far right) with his brothers Shohei Tada (far left) and Heiji Tada (middle). Each brother was, at some stage, the Kancho of Seishikan.

A big welcome to Hudson Von Stanke (front), the 4th generation of his family to train under Phil Shihan (back left) and ...
05/05/2026

A big welcome to Hudson Von Stanke (front), the 4th generation of his family to train under Phil Shihan (back left) and Alba Shihan.

Hudson’s great-grandfather, John Von Stanke, started training in 1980, followed by his grandfather, Wade Von Stanke (back right), in 1985 and finally his father, Ethan Von Stanke, in the early 2003.

What a special tradition to be a part of!

26/04/2026

Karate kicks off again tomorrow night following the two week break for the school holidays.

Junior class starts tomorrow, Monday, April 27, at 5pm, followed by senior class at 6pm.

On Thursday, April 30, senior class will start at 5:30pm.

Look forward to seeing you all there.

Address

42 James Street
Mount Gambier, SA
5290

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 5pm - 7:30pm
Friday 5pm - 7pm

Telephone

+61887257918

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