Thursday, May 8, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Gold For Northern Beaches Karate Club

Months of hard training paid off for the Shito-Ryu Karate Club in Bucasia at the Traditional Japanese Karate National Championships, held recently in Adelaide.

This was the third year the club attended the national competition and the team was rewarded with an impressive haul of nine gold, one silver, and two bronze medals across both individual and team events. Congratulations to Helle, Tim, Logan, Nathanial and Aksel on their outstanding achievements.

The five-member team’s dedication to training didn’t stop once they arrived in Adelaide. They continued with early morning beach sessions throughout their stay, rewarded not only with results but also stunning sunrises, sunsets, and the occasional visit from dolphins.

The Northern Beaches Shito-Ryu Karate Club, led by Sensei Helle, meets at the Community Hall in Bucasia every Tuesday and Thursday from 5–7pm during the school term. All ages are welcome, with juniors particularly well supported by the club’s experienced senior members.

The club is also home to two of the oldest women in the world to achieve the level of Black Belt and offers additional training sessions and social activities throughout the year.

For more information, email hellekarate@yahoo.com.

The Shito-Ryu Karate Club team proudly displays their medals after a successful campaign at the Traditional Japanese Karate National Championships in Adelaide, where they secured nine gold, one silver, and two bronze medals across individual and team events. Photos supplied

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