Sakura Karate Club – KOBE OSAKA is one of Melbourne’s premier Karate clubs, dedicated to developing strong, well-connected, and grounded students through martial arts training. The club is passionate about making a positive impact from the moment you start training. We deliver on expectations by offering personalized training programs tailored specifically to each student’s needs.
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Sakura - 'We Make People Better'!
Goal Setting
Our programs are highly regarded as some of the best available, thanks to our individualized approach. We work closely with you to help you achieve the personal goals you set for yourself.
Instruction & Coaching
You’ll be guided by some of the most experienced instructors in the industry. Our mission is to motivate you to improve continuously, because that’s what we do best.
Healthy Mind, Healthy Heart
Martial arts training offers excellent health benefits for your mind, body, and soul. It has been proven to improve fitness, strength, flexibility, core stability, resilience, focus, and much more.
Unlock Your Potential
Are you ready to take on the challenge? Ready to do what most people won’t?
Are you prepared to achieve your Black Belt?
About Our Dojo
Sakura is a full-time, professional martial arts club located in Bayswater North, Melbourne (6/96 Canterbury Road, corner of Burgess Road). Led by Chief Instructor Sensei Jason Nichols, Sakura specializes in Shukokai Karate, known for its speed, power, accuracy, focus, and impact.
We offer classes for all ages, starting from 5 years old, with beginner sessions available Monday through Saturday. Sakura Karate Club is proud to be affiliated with Karate Australia, Karate Victoria, and Kobe Osaka International, headed by Shihan Tommy Morris, 8th Dan Shitoryu.
What are your class sizes?
Our class sizes vary anywhere from 10 to 16 students per class in any given program. We have 2 instructors for our kids/junior programs to ensure new and experienced students are getting all of our attention.
How much does it cost after the joining offer?
Training at Sakura is very affordable. Train in any 3 classes a week for under $29.00 per week. It is exceptional value. Learn strong and effective karate and self defence at Sakura Karate Club.
Can I move and change classes if i want too?
Yes, you can change the days you train, but children cannot interchange between classes as they are split into ages and belt levels. Remember, you are not locked into any days as we offer classes throughout the week.
What times are the classes?
Currently, classes run 5 days a week from 530pm to early evening Monday to Thursday and 930am to 1145am on a Saturday. We also offer a school holiday program which includes alternative training, fitness classes, parent and child training and games day.
Do children have to spar in class?
Children are not allowed to spar until they get to yellow belt level and have trained for a minimum of 9 months. We do not assess/grade students for sparring until they achieve green belt level.
Your safety is our number one priority in the dojo and students are required to wear full protective gear including headgear, mouth guards, hand mitts, groin guards and girls aged 12 and above will be required to wear chest guards.
Does Sakura offer Family discounts?
Yes we do. We offer discounts for 2nd, 3rd and 4th family members.
Are there any other costs apart from training fees?
The only other costs incurred is our Annual Affiliation Fee (payable for affiliations and professional membership – Karate Australia/Karate Victoria/Kobe Osaka International). The student pays a ‘Grading’ fee each time they wish to attempt their new belt level.
We do not charge a joining fee.
About Sensei Jason
Sensei Jason Nichols holds a 6th Dan Blackbelt in Shukokai Karate and has been training since 1984. He founded Sakura Karate Club as a full-time, professional school in 2010. Graded by Shihan Tommy Morris since 1987, Sensei Jason is also trained in Jiu-Jitsu.
He holds Level 2 Silver NCAS Coaching, Senior First Aid, and Working With Children Accreditations. A former Karate Victoria State Kata Coach, he is currently accredited as an Oceania (OKF) Referee/Judge in Kumite and Kata for Karate Australia. He also serves as the Secretary of the Victorian Referee Commission.
Sensei Jason has competed internationally, placing 4th in Manila (2004), 3rd in Bulgaria (2007), and 2nd in Malaysia (2009) in Men’s Kata at the Kobe Osaka World Cups. He was also a member of the Victorian Karate Team in 2003 and is the Chief Instructor of Sakura Karate Club.
Structured Karate Classes
We provide every student the opportunity to train in classes tailored to their level and ability, whether they are beginners or advanced students working towards their Black Belt and beyond.
Our classes are divided into programs for Kids (5-8 years), Juniors (9-14 years), and Teens/Adults (15 years and older). Additionally, from time to time, we offer Women’s Only Karate, Self-Defence, Traditional Jiu-Jitsu, and specialist fitness classes to meet a variety of needs.
For more information, call Sensei Jason at 0488 132 192 and book your 2 FREE trial classes today!
Safe Training Facilities
Sakura Karate Club’s dojo is fully matted to ensure the safety of all students. We use specialized martial arts safety equipment, including sparring gear like headguards, gloves, mouthguards, and shinguards. Our facility includes a kitchen area, male and female bathrooms, and changerooms for student convenience.
Parents can watch their children train from the upstairs viewing lounge. We take pride in maintaining a clean, sanitized facility, adhering to these high standards after each class.
Qualified Instructors
At Sakura Karate Club, we take pride in providing top-quality instruction and coaching, with all our instructors holding current Level 1 and Level 2 NCAS Coaching Accreditation, Working With Children, and Senior First Aid qualifications. We are proud members of the Australian Karate Federation, Karate Victoria, and Kobe Osaka International.
These affiliations enable our students and instructors to participate in local, national, and international events, as well as coaching seminars and refereeing courses. Every instructor at Sakura is committed to your well-being, progress, and overall journey in martial arts training.
At Sakura, We Make People Better!
Sensei Jason is one of the few people I find inspirational. I appreciate the work and commitment he has achieved that very few people do. Be proud my friend!
Fantastic inclusive club for both adults and kids. We were recommended to Sakura 2 years ago and it has been and continues to be an incredibly positive journey of self development in so many ways.
Jason is an amazing instructor with both adults and kids of any age. Highly recommend.