Karate

Karate is a martial art from Okinawa, Japan, that uses striking with the hands and feet. Students train for discipline, focus and self-defence.

Students progress through coloured belts before reaching black belt.

Students learn kata, which are set patterns of movements, and kumite, which is sparring with a partner. Karate teaches self-control, respect and focus.

Karate is practised by people of all ages around the world. Students often start with a white belt and progress through different colours as they learn new techniques.