Karate has always been part of my sporting life since my early 20’s at Uni in South Africa. When I relocated to Perth in 2016 I encouraged my two grandsons, Noah and Levi to start karate as grandpa did. Noah has now attained his junior black belt in karate, orange in Arnis and a blue singlet in kickboxing. Levi has reached green belt in karate and orange singlet in kickboxing. It did not take the boys long to cajole me back into karate. However I found that Arnis was more suitable for my age. Apart from my pleasure I have in training, it is the family atmosphere that is so evident at Kalamunda Kickboxing and Martial Arts. One could not ask for a better team of instructors. They are all well qualified in their disciplines. What stands out is their care for the kids under their tuition and the way they go out of their way to ensure everyone grows in their disciplines and understands the principles embodied by the club. Respect, Integrity, Honour. I would highly recommend Kalamunda Kickboxing and Martial Arts to anyone at any age to join.
Stephen Van Loggerenberg
We have been part of the KKB club for almost a year and from day one have felt welcomed like family. All the instructors and staff care deeply for the kids and go out of their way to teach not just martial arts but self respect, confidence and integrity. A special mention of care head instructor Bethany takes and the way owners Murray and Michelle are so engaged to ensue the kids get the most out of their practice. The club is very well organised and large enough to offer a variety of classes that allow us to have our kids do their preferred activities at times that work for our crazy schedule. We also held our sons 8th birthday there, a Karate Party! Sam was so excited to cut his cake with a real Samaria Sword after enjoying a karate lesson that accommodated a wide age and skill range of kids and ensured they all had a ball. Can not speak highly enough of KKB and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to start Martial arts.
Kate Meares
We have been part of the KKB club for almost a year and from day one have felt welcomed like family. All the instructors and staff care deeply for the kids and go out of their way to teach not just martial arts but self respect, confidence and integrity. A special mention of care head instructor Bethany takes and the way owners Murray and Michelle are so engaged to ensue the kids get the most out of their practice. The club is very well organised and large enough to offer a variety of classes that allow us to have our kids do their preferred activities at times that work for our crazy schedule. We also held our sons 8th birthday there, a Karate Party! Sam was so excited to cut his cake with a real Samaria Sword after enjoying a karate lesson that accommodated a wide age and skill range of kids and ensured they all had a ball. Can not speak highly enough of KKB and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to start Martial arts.
Kate Meares
Kalamunda Kickboxing always has a welcoming atmosphere for students and spectators. They work hard to make everyone included. As each of my kids has watched their older sibling in classes they have always wanted to join in and now all three of my kids are members. I love not only watching the children learn and grow but also the instructors and the older students that assist them. Over the years I have seen many of these assisting students grow into confident instructors and young adults well placed to lead and work with children.
PAUL PETRUCCI
I had my son’s 9th Birthday party at Kalamunda Kickboxing …What a great time the kids all had! Perfect mix between learning some karate basics and the fun of games! The session was topped by cake cutting with a samurai sword and a photo of each child holding the sword. This was brilliant value for money party option which I would strongly recommend!
TAMARA BRUTTI
I have been attending the kick boxing classes at Kalamunda Kickboxing and Martial Arts for a year now, started off as purely for fitness one class a week. Eight months earlier my daughter had started the kids classes and loved it, it took me eight months to build up my confidence to get through the doors for my own health. The personal touch you receive from the trainers and staff is second to none, Kalamunda Kickboxing has really changed my family’s life style.
A year later I have lost 20kg, I now attend 4 times a week for the kickboxing classes. I have graded to blue singlet. Plus once a week for the women’s weight classes. I have gained confidence. It has given me opportunities to do things never thought possible, I have even stepped into a ring for a charity fight. Which was the most unbelievable feeling and accomplishment. Not bad for a 43 year old lady. I feel better physically and mentally. My family and I will continue to enjoy our new way of life with our friends at Kalamunda Kickboxing and Martial Arts.
Thank you Murray, Michelle and to all the staff for your support and enthusiasm.
MARISOL SCOTT
Joining in my first kickboxing class 5 years ago was a major turning point in my life, both physically and mentally. Murray and his awesome team of instructors have managed to train me to the fittest I have ever been (at age 40). Through my training, my assertiveness and self confidence has also been boosted, which has assisted me in my personal life and also in the way I run my business.
Training at Kalamunda has become part of my lifestyle, so much so, that my wife and 3 children also enjoy training in kickboxing and Zen Do Kai Karate. My 11 and 9 year old children have achieved their Brown Belts, and love assisting the instructors in the kids beginners class’s when given the opportunity.
Murray and his team have created a winning formula, where people can train,get fit and have a good time all in one Dojo. Whether you are looking to train to get fit and lose weight, or have aspirations of stepping into the ring, you can be assured to achieve what you want, and more at Kalamunda Kickboxing and Martial Arts.
DAVE MEDLING
In 2007 we started our seven year old son Nathaniel with Murray in Kidz Karate. We were looking for self defence and general fitness but found so much more. Over the years Murray, Scott and the rest of the instructors at Kalamunda Kickboxing have instilled in Nathaniel a pride and self belief that have helped mould him into a fine young man with aspirations of instructing himself one day. The mentoring and interest in Nathaniel as a developing individual has always been a focus for Murray and Scott and their support has given Nathaniel strength in situations when he really needed it. We continue to make the familiar trip to the Dojo with Nathaniel (brown belt), Elijah (green belt) and now Tobias as he starts live as a white belt. In my work as a Principal in the Department of Education I have seen excellent teachers and schools but none better than Murray and his team at Kalamunda Kickboxing.
Lee BATES