Heavy Metal for Northern Beaches Karate

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9 Competitors, 29 medals!!!

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The team from the Northern Beaches Shito-Ryu Karate Dojo consisted of a 10 and 12 year old, three teenagers and four adults who competed at the Traditional Japanese Karate National Championships in Adelaide recently.  Sensei (Teacher) Helle was a competitor and also a Judge.  

For some it was the first ever tournament and first ever medal, for others it was competition in new and more difficult divisions.  

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After months of intense training and weekends given to honing their skills, each and every team member showcased impeccable technique and unwavering commitment to their art. With a Sensei who is also a Judge, regular training is conducted at a high standard as reflectedby the results.

Training continued on arrival in Adelaide with days of beach training and as guests in a local Dojo.  

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Results were a family affair –

Brothers Nathanial and Aksel with Mum Sensei Helle.  Friend Logan: 2 Gold, 1 Silver 1 Bronze

Family of Dad Tim: 1 Gold, 1 Bronze, Mum Nicky: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze. and 10 year old Daughter Phoenix: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze.

Mother Martha: 1 Gold, 2 Bronze (first medal and competition ever!) and Son Kaito: 2 Gold, 1 Bronze

The team members were on a high as they celebrated their efforts by taking in the sights of Adelaide and the Barossa Valley.  As Sensei Helle says, “Growth happens in the dojo, but lifelong bonds are forged on the road”.

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The Northern Beaches Karate club runs classes in school term on Tuesday and Thursday held at the Bucasia Community Hall in Wallace Avenue.   Sensei Helle also holds Self Defence courses for women and girls with the next session planned for Saturday 13^th June, 2026.  Further sessions are planned throughout the year. For information please call 0488 146 644

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Contributed with thanks Gerri Kissner

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