Kata | GKR Karate https://www.gkrkarate.com/articles/tournament_category/kata/ Go-Kan-Ryu Karate (GKR) is a traditional Japanese style of karate. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:15:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 NSW – 2025 State Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/nsw-2025-state-champs/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:07:54 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=39255 Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 New South Wales State Championships! Tournament Details Saturday 20th September 2025 Kingswood High School 131 Bringelly Road Kingswood NSW 2747 Teams check-in: 8:00am   Team Events Begin: 8:30am Individual check-in: 9:00am   Individual Events Begin: 9:45am Fees Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event Spectator […]

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Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 New South Wales State Championships!

Tournament Details
Saturday 20th September 2025

Kingswood High School
131 Bringelly Road
Kingswood NSW 2747

Teams check-in: 8:00am   Team Events Begin: 8:30am
Individual check-in: 9:00am   Individual Events Begin: 9:45am

Fees
Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event
Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, Child $6 Family pass $30 (children under 5 free)

Closing date for entries 7th September – No late entries will be accepted.

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE CLICK HERE for spectator tickets

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UK – 2025 Central Zone Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/uk-2025-central-zone-champs/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:15:52 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=39231 Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 Central Zone Championships! Tournament Details Saturday 11th October 2025 Competitor check-in at 7:45am Events begin at 8:45am Fees Competitor entry fees: £20 first event, £10 for each subsequent event Spectator entry fees: Adult £5, Child £3 Family pass £12 (children under 5 free) Closing date for entries 5th October – No […]

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Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 Central Zone Championships!

Tournament Details
Saturday 11th October 2025
Competitor check-in at 7:45am
Events begin at 8:45am

Fees
Competitor entry fees: £20 first event, £10 for each subsequent event
Spectator entry fees: Adult £5, Child £3 Family pass £12 (children under 5 free)

Closing date for entries 5th October – No late entries will be accepted.

 

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE

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NZ – Christchurch Regional Tournament Results https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/christchurch-tournament-results-030825/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:44:00 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=39105 The Christchurch Regional Tournament was held at Ara Recreation Centre on Sunday 3rd August 2025.   Congratulations to all the competitors! Click the button below to view the full results: VIEW RESULTS HERE

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The Christchurch Regional Tournament was held at Ara Recreation Centre on Sunday 3rd August 2025.

 

Congratulations to all the competitors!
Click the button below to view the full results:

VIEW RESULTS HERE

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UK – Northern Regional Tournament Results https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/uk-northern-tournament-120725/ Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:51:23 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=38867 The Northern Regional Tournament was held at Sedbergh Sports & Leisure Centre on Saturday 12th July 2025. A message from the Tournament Director – Sensei James Gabbitas: Our latest tournament, held on July 12th at the Sedbergh Sports and Leisure Centre in Bradford, was an unforgettable day and a landmark moment for our community. With […]

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The Northern Regional Tournament was held at Sedbergh Sports & Leisure Centre on Saturday 12th July 2025.

A message from the Tournament Director – Sensei James Gabbitas:

Our latest tournament, held on July 12th at the Sedbergh Sports and Leisure Centre in Bradford, was an unforgettable day and a landmark moment for our community. With over 200 competitors taking part, it was officially the largest tournament we’ve hosted in the past 10 years — a true reflection of the growth, dedication, and enthusiasm within our zone.

The day kicked off with our senior and junior team events, bringing everyone together in support of their regional teams. The energy in the hall was electric as competitors and spectators rallied behind their teammates, setting the tone for a day filled with unity, spirit, and sportsmanship.
One of the standout milestones of this event was the official introduction of mixed gender team kata — a progressive step that promotes flexibility and teamwork, making it easier for team members to train and grow together.

Across all grades and categories, the level of karate on display was nothing short of exceptional. Whether you left with a medal or not, the benefits of preparing and training for this event were clear — your karate will have improved greatly through the process. Every competitor should be proud of their progress and performance.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all officials, referees, and volunteers whose hard work and professionalism ensured the tournament ran smoothly, fairly, and on time. Your dedication behind the scenes made the day the success it was.

Finally, a huge thank you to all competitors, Instructors, and supporters. The respect, sportsmanship, and positivity on display — win or lose — made for a truly special atmosphere. We’re proud of everyone who took part and look forward to even greater things to come!

View Results HERE

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VIC – 2025 State Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/vic-2025-state-champs/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:57:32 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=38526 Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 Victorian State Championships! Tournament Details Sunday 21st September 2025 Gloria Pyke Netball and Sports Complex Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street Dandenong VIC 3175 Competitor check-in at 8:30am Events begin at 9:30am Fees Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, […]

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Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 Victorian State Championships!

Tournament Details
Sunday 21st September 2025

Gloria Pyke Netball and Sports Complex
Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street
Dandenong VIC 3175

Competitor check-in at 8:30am
Events begin at 9:30am

Fees
Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event
Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, Child $6 Family pass $30 (children under 5 free)

Closing date for entries 7th September – No late entries will be accepted.

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE

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UK – Central Zone Tournament Results https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/uk-central-tournament-070625/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:55:16 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=37953 The Central Zone Tournament was held at University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus on Saturday 7th June 2025. A message from the Tournament Director – Sensei Andy Hawley: On Saturday 7th June, competitors from across the Central Zone gathered in Walsall for an action-packed day of karate competition – and it did not disappoint! The day […]

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The Central Zone Tournament was held at University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus on Saturday 7th June 2025.

A message from the Tournament Director – Sensei Andy Hawley:

On Saturday 7th June, competitors from across the Central Zone gathered in Walsall for an action-packed day of karate competition – and it did not disappoint!
The day began at 9am, with all 8 rings coming to life as Junior Teams kicked things off on Ring 2, followed by some fantastic individual performances in the junior divisions.
At 10am, all eyes turned to the prestigious Senior Black Belt Open events. The male division saw Andrew Jones and Mike Barrett claim gold in Kata and Kumite, while the female division witnessed Chloe Pedley win the Kata gold and Alex Holmes win gold in Kumite!

The juniors stepped up next, with Morgan Grew taking gold in both Kata and Kumite for the male division, while Sasha Davies did the same for the female competitors.
From the first junior rounds to the final team events, the atmosphere was outstanding, filled with sportsmanship, skill, and plenty of cheering from the crowd. It was a day to remember, showcasing some of GKR’s best karate-ka from across the Midlands.

View Results HERE

A huge thank you to our officials and admin teams, whose hard work ensured the event ran smoothly and on time. Your dedication to making these tournaments a success is always appreciated.
Our photographers, Quick Pics, were there capturing moments throughout the day. If you didn’t get a chance to buy your photos or mementos, you can do so by clicking here.

Finally, if you took any photos or videos, we’d love to see them! Share them on social media, tag our Facebook Page, and use the hashtags #gkrcentral and #gkrkarate.
Thank you to everyone who competed, supported, and helped make the mid-year Central Zone Tournament such a fantastic event. See you at the Central Zone Championships on the 11th October!

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WA – 2025 State Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/wa-2025-state-champs/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 23:37:29 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=37759 Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 West Australian State Championships! Tournament Details Saturday 13th September 2025 Gold Netball Centre 200 Selby Street Jolimont WA 6014 Competitor check-in at 8:30am Events begin at 9:00am Fees Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, Child $6 Family pass $30 (children under […]

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Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 West Australian State Championships!

Tournament Details
Saturday 13th September 2025

Gold Netball Centre
200 Selby Street
Jolimont WA 6014

Competitor check-in at 8:30am
Events begin at 9:00am

Fees
Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event
Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, Child $6 Family pass $30 (children under 5 free)

Closing date for entries 31st August – No late entries will be accepted.

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE

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SA – 2025 State Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/sa-2025-state-champs/ Fri, 30 May 2025 01:14:28 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=37744 Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 South Australian State Championships! Tournament Details Sunday 14th September 2025 Kensington Community Leisure Centre – YMCA 344 The Parade Kensington Park SA 5068 Competitor check-in at 9:30am Events begin at 10:00am Fees Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event Spectator entry fees: Adult […]

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Entry is now open to compete at the 2025 South Australian State Championships!

Tournament Details
Sunday 14th September 2025

Kensington Community Leisure Centre – YMCA
344 The Parade
Kensington Park SA 5068

Competitor check-in at 9:30am
Events begin at 10:00am

Fees
Competitor entry fees: $35 first event, $20 for each subsequent event
Spectator entry fees: Adult $12, Child $6 Family pass $30 (children under 5 free)

Closing date for entries 31st August – No late entries will be accepted.

CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE

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2025 Australian National Championships https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/2025-au-national-championships/ Fri, 30 May 2025 00:27:58 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=37737 Save the date for the 2025 Australian National Championships!   Details Saturday 22nd November 2025 Competitor check in: 8:00am Opening ceremony: 8:45am Events begin: 9:30am Entries will be online this year. Further details to come!

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Save the date for the 2025 Australian National Championships!

 

Details
Saturday 22nd November 2025
Competitor check in: 8:00am
Opening ceremony: 8:45am
Events begin: 9:30am

Entries will be online this year. Further details to come!

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AUS – Region 30 Tournament Results https://www.gkrkarate.com/tournaments/r30-tournament-results-180525/ Mon, 26 May 2025 00:09:34 +0000 https://www.gkrkarate.com/?post_type=tournament&p=37508 The Region 30 Regional Tournament was held at Carrum Downs Prime on Sunday 18th May 2025.   Click the link below to view the full results: VIEW RESULTS HERE

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The Region 30 Regional Tournament was held at Carrum Downs Prime on Sunday 18th May 2025.

 

Click the link below to view the full results:

VIEW RESULTS HERE

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