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Goju ryu karate do

KIN SHIN KAI

martial arts style

taught by the

Ivanhoe - Melbourne - Australia

Expert & caring tuition for children 4yo & up and also adults

servicing surrounding suburbs: Alphington, Fairfield, Northcote, Westgarth, Thornbury, Kingsbury, Eaglemont, Heidelberg, Rosanna, Kew, Macleod, Montmorency, Watsonia, Bulleeen, Templestowe, Doncaster

Not all karate is the same!

Variety

Our experienced, enthusiastic & encouraging instructors led by chief instructor George Ciechanowicz 7 th Dan impart a skill set more varied and engaging than most. This includes a structured behavioural as well as physical self defense program, breakfalls and rolls to reduce the chance of injury when falling and also non contact sparring - a great way for students to practise some of the skills they learn in a safe & fun manner

Tradition

As they progress students practice an increasing amount of partnered work rather than just solo waving hands and legs in the air. Adult and black belt students in particular are taken on a journey into the heart of traditional karate which is a fascinating and effective and potentially lifelong practise & study

Developing the best "you"

A core feature of our teaching style is that we do not just teach at a class – we try and teach directly to each individual student and guide them as to what they need to achieve their best potential. Small class sizes and slightly longer teaching times greatly assist us in this. All of our instructors are black belt holders with more than a decade of martial arts experience and many have tertiary level teacher training, We care deeply about our students' development

Safety

We Strongly emphasize safe, non aggressive practise and are particularly cognizant of avoiding head contact / trauma given the early onset dementia risks increasingly being associated with even non concussive head trauma

Testimonials

"My daughter was previously enrolled at another local karate school with a very good sensei but was lost in the group and not progressing. Since joining Excellence Karate Academy she is thriving on the more personal teaching style which is like chalk and cheese compared to her old school" - Michelle

At a recent celebration of his 40th year of martial arts involvement and elevation to the senior black belt rank of 7th dan, his students surprised Academy director George Ciechanowicz with a video tribute presentation. Following are some excerpts:

‘…thanks for all your advice both karate and non – karate related.’ Rosy

‘Thank you for being such a great mentor to me over the years…here’s to 40 more.’ Brent

‘I have known you for at least half my life and have appreciated every moment in and out of class I have spent with you. To put it simply: Thanks a lot.’ Adrian

‘Thanks for a wonderful 16 years…I can’t begin to imagine what it will all look like when I reach 40 years…maybe a bit more hair than you :) ’ Alex

‘We learn so much from you…thanks for everything’ Sophie

‘You have been a wise and caring Sensei...I hope to celebrate with you again in 20 years when I reach 40 karate years.’ Belinda

‘I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher/mentor. I’m lucky to be your student/friend. Looking forward to many more wonderful years’ Nick

‘Many thanks for giving me a deep and fascinating insight into what karate is really about and for making me feel so welcome and wanted. Here’s to the next 40 years........One of my biggest regrets in first calling you and starting training is that I did not do it earlier in life.’ Marty and family

‘Thank you for your hardwork and dedication. You are a great inspiration to me and others.’ George

‘Thank you for teaching me for the last ten years and hopefully for many years to come’ Jess

‘I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with you. I hope there are many more great years.’ Tony

‘Thank you for all the support and passion over the years. Here’s to many more.’ Christine

A journey of 1000 miles starts with a single step - take it now and start training with us!

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about Kin Shin Kai martial arts style

Kin Shin Kai is a 'Traditional' Goju Ryu Karate based martial art. It's core training focus is on self defense and self improvement.

It is headed by Kyoshi George Ciechanowicz, one of only a few original Goju Kensha Australia senior instructors still actively teaching.

He acknowledges his debt and gratitude to Hanshi Ohtsuka Tadahiko (the founder of the Goju Kensha) who remains his most important inspiration.

At the same time he acknowledges the influence of Hanshi Patrick McCarthy on elucidating the origins and real purposes of 'old school' karate practises.

This outstanding teaching lineage ensures that Kin Shin Kai make great sense of traditional karate practises which are otherwise misunderstood by many instructors.

Kin Shin Kai's technical framework also draws from a diverse range of other traditional and modern sources.

These include other Goju Ryu, Koryu Uchinadi, Silat, Shorin Ryu, Ju Jitsu, Judo, White Crane gung fu, Aikido, Chin Na, Yamaneryu Bojutsu, Iaido, Chen Tai Chi, Yang Tai Chi, Ba Gua Zhang.

So while being 'Traditional' in origin, Kin Shin Kai in fact is open to assimilating complementary/useful methods from any source in order to remain relevant for our times and our culture.

This is exactly what the original masters did and would still be doing if they were alive today.

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