Karate for adults and teens (samurai)

Benefits to students of AAMA

  • Cardiovascular fitness and muscle tone;
  • Flexibility;
  • Participation in Sports karate competitions;
  • Goal setting skills;
  • Stress management;
  • Self-discipline; and
  • Real-life self-defence skills.
Secure Your Spot
  • The AAMA student is always respectful towards their family and colleagues.
  • The AAMA student is always respectful towards those who created and developed Karate, their instructors and fellow students.
  • The AAMA student is always positive, focused and courteous irrespective of the situation or stress level.
  • The AAMA student embraces challenges with unmoving determination and courage.
  • The AAMA student moderates the effects of emotions on his or her actions.
  • The AAMA student commits to their own self-development.
  • The AAMA student demonstrates ability to positively react, cope and reason irrespective of the situation or stress level.
  • The AAMA student embraces the guidance and lessons of instructors and senior students.
  • The AAMA student cultivates their self-confidence and self-esteem.
  • The AAMA student is dedicated and diligent in their study of Karate.
  • The AAMA student strives to perfect their ability in Kihon (how the body works), Kata (the dictionary of Karate) and Kumite (application of karate).
  • The AAMA student is aware of their strengths and limitations.
  • The AAMA student achieves and maintains the physical strength, flexibility and endurance necessary for the practice of Karate.
  • The AAMA student cultivates their well-being through healthy eating and living.
  • The AAMA student does not use or endorse the use of drugs.

Progression

AAMA uses a coloured belt grading system adapted to Shihan Graham Keleher’s method of instruction to mark the progression of our students. Traditionally, students start their Karate journey as a white belt. 

Students are continuously assessed in class and must demonstrate improvement in five main areas of self-development in order to advance.