4–6 yrsLil Ninjas
Short, fun, activity-based classes that build focus, coordination and confidence. Eye contact, listening and posture come before the first punch.
Karate for kids
Clear Island Waters · Pimpama
Karate for kids, teens & adults on the Gold Coast
Traditional Gōjū-ryū karate that builds confidence, fitness and real self-defence skills. Taught by Nick Sensei, 4th Dan, Japan Karate Federation Gojukai.
- 4 classes + free uniform for $40
- Kids from 4 years
- Play On! vouchers accepted
4th Dan
Nick Sensei, JKF Gojukai
15+ yrs
teaching karate
12:1
max kids' class ratio
2
Gold Coast dojos
Classes for every age
Find the right class
Age-specific programs, so everyone learns at the right pace, from first-timers to black belts.
4–6 yrs
7–9 yrsJunior Dragons
Real karate foundations (kihon, kata and self-defence) plus stranger danger, street awareness and bully-busting skills.
Karate for kids
10+ yrsTeens & Adults
Traditional Gōjū-ryū: basics, kata, controlled sparring and practical self-defence. Get fitter, more flexible and more confident.
Adult classes
1-on-1Private lessons
One-on-one with Nick Sensei for street defence, kihon, kata or sparring, at a location of your choice in the central Gold Coast.
Private lessonsWhy Goshukan
More than kicks and punches
Karate here builds character as much as technique, the way Gōjū-ryū's founder intended.
Real self-defence
Practical techniques drawn from kata study (strikes, blocks, escapes and restraints) for men, women and children.
Street defenceConfidence that lasts
We teach children self-confidence, self-defence and respect for others. Say no to bullying.
Fitness & flexibility
Every class mixes cardio, strength and stretching, alongside positive, like-minded people.
Small kids' classes
Junior classes are capped at a 12:1 student-to-instructor ratio, so every child gets real attention.
Authentic lineage
Members of the Japan Karate Federation Gojukai and Gōjū-ryū Seiwakai International, with a direct line back to Chōjun Miyagi.
Play On! vouchers
We're a Play On! activity provider, so eligible families can put their voucher towards club fees.
New student offer
The Starter Pack: 4 classes + a free karate uniform
Try four classes, get your own gi, and find out why Gold Coast families train with us. You'll wish you'd started sooner.
- 4 classes for complete beginners
- Free karate uniform (gi) included
- Half-price club registration if you join before your 4th lesson
Timetable
Class times & locations
Classes four days a week across two Gold Coast dojos. Arrive 10 minutes early for your first class.
Monday
5:45 – 6:25 pm
Junior Dragons (7–9 yrs)
Clear Island Waters
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Teens & Adults (10+)
Clear Island Waters
Tuesday
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Teens & Adults (9+)
Pimpama Sports Hub
Thursday
4:30 – 5:00 pm
Lil Ninjas (4–6 yrs)
Clear Island Waters
5:15 – 6:00 pm
Junior Dragons (7–9 yrs)
Clear Island Waters
6:15 – 7:15 pm
Teens & Adults (10+)
Clear Island Waters
7:15 – 8:15 pm
Brown & Black Belts
Clear Island Waters
Saturday
10:00 – 10:50 am
Ninjas & Dragons (5–9 yrs)
Pimpama Sports Hub
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Teens & Adults (9+)
Pimpama Sports Hub
Clear Island Waters
Casey Hall, St Vincent's School 22 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters QLD 4226
Get directionsMembership
Simple weekly fees
Fees are calculated yearly and paid weekly by direct debit, with discounts for families.
Silver
1 class a week
$26/ week
- One class per week
- 2nd family member $22 / week
- 3rd and more $20/ week
Best value
Gold
Unlimited training
$41/ week
- Unlimited classes
- 2nd family member $35 / week
- 3rd and more $30 / week
Casual
Pay as you go
$300/ 10 Visit Pass
- Single class visit
- No ongoing commitment
Club registration $120, half price when you register before your 4th lesson. Grading fees from $50 include your certificate and belt. Conditions apply to family rates.
Your instructor
Meet Nick Sensei
Nick started karate at 43, training alongside his six-year-old daughter Brooke. Within a couple of months he'd quit smoking for good, and he never looked back.
Today he holds Yondan (4th Dan) in both the Japan Karate Federation Gojukai and Gōjū-ryū Seiwakai, and has been teaching for over 15 years.
- JKF Gojukai Yondan grading at Edion Arena, Osaka (2023)
- 5th place, Kata Finals, All Japan JKF Gojukai Championships, Akita (2018)
- Kata finalist, All Japan JKF Gojukai Championships, Sendai (2014)
Life at the dojo
Students striving for excellence
Questions
New to karate?
Not at all. Beginners learn the basics (punches, blocks and kicks) with an assistant instructor, then join the rest of the class. A senpai is always on hand to guide you through your first session.
Comfortable workout clothes, a towel and a large bottle of water. Shoes and all jewellery come off before class. Your Starter Pack includes a free karate uniform.
Lil Ninjas starts at 4 years old and Junior Dragons is for 7–9 year olds. From around 10, kids train in our Teens & Adults classes.
No. Sparring is no-contact or semi-contact (no contact to the head) depending on your preference and conditioning, and students don't spar until they've passed their Yellow Belt grading.
Yes. We're a Play On! activity provider, so you can put an eligible voucher towards club training and membership fees. Just mention it when you get in touch.
Get started
Book your Starter Pack
Leave your details and Nick Sensei will get back to you to book your first class.
Start your karate journey
Tell us who'll be training, their age, and which dojo suits you best. Prefer to talk? Call or text Nick.
- Phone
- HoursMon & Thu evenings · Clear Island Waters Tue evenings & Sat mornings · Pimpama
- AddressClear Island Waters & Pimpama Sports Hub, Gold Coast