About us
Hamilton Wado-Kai Karate Club Inc is registered directly with the national body (Karate NZ UNZKO) and the JKF Wado Kai in Japan (Affiliation). Yoshin Wadokan, which was named by Hakoishi Sensei 8th Dan, in March 2005 means ‘The Hall of cultivation of the mind and heart through the study for peace and harmony’. Our style of karate is Wado which is one the four main styles that the World Karate Federation recognises. The non-threatening atmospheres of our classes are divided into grades and ages. We follow the structured syllabus of the NZKW, which is divided into adult and junior levels.
Our programme
Nipper Class.
5-7years old
The main focus of the class is to introduce the concepts of karate in a fun way. Many of the fun movements and activities are designed to increase the student’s co-ordination; essential for the child’s all round development. Classes are kept very small, normally under ten, which allows the teacher time to correct and encourage technique.
Children's Classes.
7-13years old
We run two childrens classes, Beginners and Senior Grade classes. All classes work to their respective grading syllabus with the goal of achieving a higher grade. Students work on the basics of karate, Kata (form), and Kumite (sparring) and self-defence applications. All sparring is non contact whist striking-pads are used to develop power and focus bringing an all round fitness of body and mind.
Teens Classes.
13+ years old
This class is typically for our high grade teenagers grades. The class still follows their respective grading syllabus, and also focuses on a high level of training. This is often the class for our younger members who are on their way to their black belts. Classes are intense, but fun.
Adults Classes.
16+ years old
Beginner Classes
These classes are designed for members new to karate and up to yellow belt level. In these classes members will learn the basic principles of our style Wado. Each class involves a basic warm-up and flexibility exercises which help to condition the body and build general fitness, followed by detail instruction to our basic movements and their applications.
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Basics techniques (punches, kicks, throws, locks and body shifting)
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Kata (Forms and their application). These include single person kata as well as numerous two man kata.
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Pre arranged pair work
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Kumite ( Free Sparring)
Higher grade classes
This class focuses on building upon what our adult beginners have learnt. It also allows an opportunity for our senior grades in the club to practice their higher techniques and kata.
What you need to know
Each class involves a basic warm-up and flexibility exercises which help to condition the body and build general fitness, followed by detailed instruction to our basic movements and their applications. These classes are important for new members to require a sound understanding of the basics before they can advance further in their grades.
Students will work through a set syllabus and learn Kihon (basic karate movements), Kata (pre-arranged forms) and Kumite (sparring) whilst building high self-esteem and confidence towards achieving their personal karate goals.All Kumite (sparring) is non contact and striking-pads are used to develop power and focus bringing an all round fitness of body and mind.
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