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Traditional Gōjū Ryū Karate and Balintawak Arnis Cuentada are comprehensive martial art styles that we proudly offer at Tanden Martial Arts.
Your child may need to focus and hone in their energy - or they may might need to build confidence or resilience to help them with schoolwork or friendship issues.
Conversely, you may be eager to engage in something that’s just for you: a hobby that strengthens your body, clears and fine-tunes your mind and polishes your spirit.
Martial arts is a rewarding, holistic journey. At Tanden Martial Arts, you or your child will not only learn practical self-defence skills and strategies, but be welcomed on a path of empowerment… and significantly, personal growth.
Because we go a step further.
Let’s be honest.
Any good martial art school will teach your child qualities such as confidence, discipline, focus, respect and resilience.
Our holistic approach is one of the many things that sets us apart.
When students are ready, we introduce personal growth and oriental philosophy into our extensive martial curriculum of authentic Traditional Gōjū Ryū Karate.
Because true martial arts supports the whole person.
Discover the magic mix of both private and small group classes at Tanden Martial Arts.
1 x 30min 1:1 Session in either Karate or Arnis
1 x Small Group Class in either Karate or Arnis
Just $27!
Training the Old School Way
Small Group Classes and 1:1, Budō Style
Martial arts were historically taught privately or in small groups at teachers’ homes, in parks or even at the back of restaurants! This allowed for immersive training and the opportunity to develop a strong sempai-kohai (‘student-senior’) relationship between student and instructor.
Sensei Sheryn Gung and Sensei Ross McDonald have continued this tradition with their home dōjō so you may receive quality, personalised tuition through Small Group Classes and 1:1 Sessions.
Our Small Group Classes are capped between three to six students.
Our 30min 1:1 Sessions facilitate deep dives into areas of improvement and elevate areas of strength, or simply offer you fun, new material.
This format means you get the best of us - and ultimately, brings out the best in you or your child.
Moreover, we teach and train in the Budō (‘Martial Way’) style. This means no tournaments or competitions, but a focus on your personal journey.
Since starting Gōjū Ryū Karate, I have never felt more empowered and confident as an independent woman making my footprints in this world. I feel much more sure of myself and prepared for any surprises or unexpected events! I even see the world with new beauty and presence having so much more awareness and connectedness to my body and mind. This is my first martial art. Thank you for your encouragement, support & insane amount of patience working with me!!! I would highly recommend this training and this amazing Sensei to any woman, girl or child thinking about starting up Karate. Gōjū Ryū is such a beautiful, traditional style. Strong, powerful but very, very graceful & elegant. Thank you Sensei Sheryn!!!!
Girl Instinct Karate is fun and it allows you to build confidence and courage. I have also learnt some essential life skills to keep safe.
The girls are just loving karate. They always come away after each class very happy and full off beans. Thank you Sensei Sheryn!
For Children 4 - 6 yo
Does your child have sky-high energy levels, or the inability to focus enough to see their tasks to completion? Do they become easily frustrated and lack self-control? Perhaps they’re shy and need some gentle encouragement to find their voice - or are frequently pushed around at kinder or prep.
Tanden’s Little Samurai Karate is a fun-filled, structured activity for your young child. They can channel their boundless energy in a positive way - and learn that there are times to be active and times to be still.
Through developmentally appropriate games and exercises, Little Samurai Karate offers your child excellent martial art foundations. It invites them to be the best versions of their unique selves - whether it’s with greater self-control or more confidence.
For Children 7 - 9 yo, and 10 - 12 yo
Does your child lack the discipline to hone in their energy and apply themselves? It is likely then, that you would see the repercussions in their school work. On the other hand, your child may give up too easily. Perhaps they are just discovering their sense of self and the courage to say ‘no’ in the face of peer pressure - or stand up to schoolyard bullies.
Tanden’s Kid Instinct Karate will help your child understand the power of applied practice, building resilience, and demonstrating courage. Continued training will sharpen their focus and discipline, which will make them better students - and more willing to try (and persevere with) any meaningful pursuit later in life.
And of course, your child will learn practical self-defence techniques and strategies! This is a powerful skill set as they become increasingly independent in this big, wide world, bringing you greater peace of mind.
For Girls 10 - 12 yo
Sensei Sheryn’s flagship karate program is back! Whether your daughter is shy and lacks confidence - or is brimming with energy and needs to learn self-control - Girl Instinct Karate could be the perfect activity for her during these tender years. Girl Instinct will not only arm your daughter with invaluable martial art and self-defence skills, but polish her resilience, build her conflict resolution skills and help her discover (and like!) who she really is.
Any mum’s life is a juggling act of work, family and friends. Now you’re looking for something that’s just for you.
Holistic pursuits such as martial arts are a wonderful way to exercise mind, body and spirit.
Although fitness is part of our karate class, the way we train at Tanden is safe and sustainable. This is important as we age, and this philosophy is integral to our comprehensive syllabus.
At Tanden, you will push yourself - but in a way that fosters your health for decades to come.
Searching for a powerful and practical style of weaponry? Arnis is not only breath-taking to watch, it's extremely effective on the streets. Arnis is also a versatile art; if you find yourself in a self-defence situation, there are many substitutes for a rattan cane. The Balintawak style features a single cane wielded by the right hand, with a ‘live’ left hand. Like Gōjū Ryū Karate, Balintawak is a close quarter combat system. It complements empty-handed martial art styles extremely well, although no martial art experience is necessary for this class.
Looking for a fun, physical and rewarding activity for your family? We would be delighted to create a custom karate class for Mum, Dad and up to three kids! Together, you will engage in fitness exercises, learn street defence and explore Traditional Gōjū Ryū Karate. Martial virtues are emphasised while still respecting the individual’s journey of personal growth.
Tanden’s Family Karate program is a great idea for families who are keen to embark on martial arts - and excellent for family bonding!
If you’re a serious, passionate martial artist and keen for an immersive experience to fast-track your progress, our Premium Programs were designed for you! The Premium Programs are ideal if you are unable to physically attend the Tanden Dōjō, as both online and in-person options are offered. Currently available for kyū grade students of Traditional Goju Ryū Karate; the Balintawak Arnis Cuentada Premium Program is coming soon!
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