“Karate is the most Zen-like of all the martial arts. It has abandoned the sword. This means that it transcends the idea of winning and losing to become a way of thinking and living for the sake of other people in accordance with the way of Heaven. Its meanings, therefore, reach the profound levels of human thought.”

Mas Oyama

 
 
The secret to success is sweat

 

We are a small karate club who are affiliated to IKO3 – Matsushima. We follow the Methods that were introduced by the late Sosai Oyama and adhere strictly to his principals.

Our national headquarters is in Napier and is headed by Shihan Soloman Purcell (RODAN— 6th Dan). Even though Kyokushin karate is demanding the rewards are numerous—Fitness, Discipline, Agility, Flexibility, Self Confidence, Success, Fun and Friendship.

Our ethics and training methods are always of the highest caliber. Our instructor has many years of experience, is highly skilled and innovative. Even though he demands high standards he understands the needs of each student and responds accordingly with patience and tolerance which makes them want to be the best they can be.

All this in a friendly, safe environment and the first two lessons are free. So what are you waiting for ? Come and see us you wont regret it.

 

 
 

Shihan Solomon Purcell

IKO 3 New Zealand Branch Chief

(Rodan - 6th Dan )
purcell@paradise.net.nz
Fax: 64-6-879-8405


Kyokushin Dojokun
 
 
Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinshin o renmashi, kakko fubatsu no shingi o kiwameru koto.
We will train our hearts and bodies for a firm unshaken spirit.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, bu no shinzui o kiwame, ki ni hasshi, kan ni bin naru koto.
We will pursue the true meaning of the martial way so that, in time, our senses may be alert.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shitsujitsu goken o motte, kokki no seishin o kanyo suru koto.
With true vigour, we will seek to cultivate a spirit of self-denial.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, reisetsu o omonji, chojo o keishi, sobo no furumai o tsutsushimu koto.
We will observe the rules of courtesy, respect our superiors, and refrain from violence.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shinbutsu o totobi, kenjo no bitoku o wasurezaru koto.
We will follow our religious principles and never forget the true virtue of humility.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, chisei to tairyoku to o kojo sase, koto ni nozonde ayamatazaru koto.
We will look upwards to wisdom and strength, not seeking other desires.

Hitotsu, wareware wa, shogai no shugyo o karate no michi ni tsuji, Kyokushin no michi o mattou suru koto.
All our lives, through the discipline of karate, we will seek to fulfill the true meaning of the Kyokushin way.

 
 

Senior Instructor Gisborne

Sempai Ivan Whitehead

(Shodan—1st Dan)