What an absolutely outstanding day!

It was my absolute pleasure to welcome over 300 competitors and their families to Christchurch today for the GKR Karate 2025 New Zealand National Championships at Cowles Stadium. It was an day with incredible karate and sportsmanship on display. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it.

I would like to thank a number of people who helped to make this day a success.

Firstly, to the New Zealand Management Team – Renshi Antonie de Bruin, Sensei Hayden Gwynne, Sensei Neil Boddington, and Sensei Cassius Brown; your leadership is what helped to bring everyone together today and create this amazing event.
To the Region 22 Instructor Team; thank you for all your support over the past year in helping me to put this event together.
To all of the officials; it is because of you that this event ran so smoothly and everyone had such an amazing time.
To all the competitors; without you there would be no competition! It is always amazing to see how far you have come since I’ve seen you last, and I can’t wait to see who you’ve become by the next time we are all together.
To all of the families and friends of the competitors; it is your love and support that allow our competitors to do what they do.

Thank you all so much for this amazing day. Without all of you, this event could never have happened!

Warmest regards,
Jessica Patterson
Regional Manager
Christchurch, New Zealand

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A message from the Tournament Director – Sensei Andy Hawley:

The Central Zone Championships were held on Saturday 11th October at the University of Wolverhampton’s Walsall Campus, bringing together karate students from across the Midlands for a full day of competition. The event began at 9am with junior teams showcasing great teamwork and enthusiasm. This was followed by the individual junior divisions, where our young competitors demonstrated impressive skill and spirit across all 9 rings.
At midday, the Black Belt Open events took centre stage. Cayden Carr claimed the double gold for his impressive Kata and Kumite performances in the junior male division, while Ava Neno and Sasha Davies took the respective Kata and Kumite gold in the junior female division. In the senior divisions, Chloe Pedley and Andrew Jones took the Kata Gold, and we saw Alex Holmes and Mike Barrett winning gold in Kumite.
The day continued with senior and veteran events, and concluded with the high-energy Senior Teams events. Throughout the day, the atmosphere was electric, with strong sportsmanship and plenty of cheering and support from spectators.

View Results HERE

We’d like to thank all competitors, officials, and supporters for making the event such a success. Your effort and dedication are what make these tournaments so special. Our photographers, Quick Pics, were on site capturing moments throughout the day. If you didn’t get a chance to purchase your photos or mementos, they’re still available online here.

If you took any photos or videos, we’d love to see them – please share them on social media, tag our Facebook Page, and use the hashtags #gkrcentral and #gkrkarate. Congratulations to everyone who competed, and we look forward to seeing you at the GKR Karate UK National Championships in Sheffield on 29th November – Find out more here.

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Friday 24th to Sunday 26th July 2026

Telford International Centre
International Way, Telford TF3 4JH United Kingdom

Be sure to mark this exciting event in your 2026 calendar and join our official Facebook event to stay informed.

Further information to come….

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Tournament Details
Saturday 20th September 2025

The Garrison Sports Centre
Rawlinson Road, Aldershot GU11 2EY

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

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 11th September – No late entries will be accepted.

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Tournament Details
Saturday 20th September 2025

Sedburgh Sports Centre
Cleckheaton Road, Bradford BD12 0HQ

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

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 14th September – No late entries will be accepted.

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The GKR Karate State Titles were nothing short of inspiring, with every competitor giving their absolute best on the day. From the tiniest juniors nervously stepping onto the mat for the very first time to the experienced black belts showing years of skill and dedication, each performance was met with cheers, encouragement, and pride. It was clear that everyone had worked so hard leading up to this event, and that effort really shone through in every kata and kumite round.

What made the day so special wasn’t just the high level of karate on display, but the determination and spirit shown by every single competitor. Whether they walked away with a medal or not, the courage it took to stand up, perform, and push themselves was something to admire. You could see the focus and heart in every performance, and it was obvious just how much time and effort had gone into preparing for the day. Coaches, family, and friends couldn’t have been prouder.

The atmosphere throughout the titles was one of encouragement and community. Competitors supported one another, celebrated each other’s achievements, and created friendships that went well beyond the mats. It was a true reminder that karate is about more than competition—it’s about respect, growth, and supporting one another along the journey.

At the end of the day, everyone who stepped onto the floor was a winner. Each competitor walked away with more experience, more confidence, and memories they’ll carry with them long after the event. The GKR Karate NSW State Titles were not only a showcase of talent and hard work, but also a celebration of the spirit of karate—and everyone who took part should feel incredibly proud of themselves.

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VIEW RESULTS HERE

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Congratulations to all the competitors!
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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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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.

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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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