Counties Shotokan Karate New Zealand

10/04/2026

URGENT NOTICE: POSTPONEMENT OF TOURNAMENT

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the fuel crises, students pulling out of the tournament the decision has been made to postpone the tournament until September this year.
This decision has not come lightly but feel it's the best decision made.
If you require a Tournament refund please contact Linda Mudrovcich on 0277 566 842 or your payment will cover the Tournament in September.
The next Tournament will be on the 5th of September 2026, this has been booked and confirmed.
Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise

31/03/2026

Hi everyone,
Letting you all know April's Newsletter is out so please make sure you get one.
There is A LOT of information about Tournament in it, for example prices for all of the divisions, Compulsory gear, After Tournament Function and more.
REGISTRATION TIME on the day is between 8.00am - 9.00am please don't be late.
NO EFTPOS ON THE DAY FOR ENTRY OR THE KITCHEN - CASH ONLY PLEASE
Please can every student bring a plate of food to sell at the kitchen, ideas of what to bring are attached to the newsletter.
There is a very IMPORTANT notice from Sensei Ray.
NO TRAINING on Friday 3rd of April - Good Friday, 6th of April - Easter Monday or the 25th of April - ANZAC day
We do train through the school holidays except for Public Holidays when there is no training.
Up and coming Grading Dates.
See you all at the Tournament, Good luck to those who are competing.
Happy Easter, be safe if you are traveling.
Sensei Ray and Sensei Denise 🐇🐇

02/03/2026

Welcome everyone to March Newsletter, a big welcome to our new students.
Registration forms for the tournament are on the desk, please see these are filled out now if you are competing. The forms cover, Individual Kata, Team Kata, Kumite and Bo Division. (Sensei Ray)
For the first time competitors if yiu are not sure which Division you are in please check with your Senpai.
Bo Division is Dan Kata only, this is with the Long Bo with the exception of Juniors who can use the Short Bo.
There is NO TEAM BO.
FEES, March fees are due now, you can pay online or to the Senior Senpai on training nights.
Kickathon: Wednesday 11th of March @ Waiuku Primary School Hall, St Georges Road, Waiuku.
Everyone should of recieved a sponsorship form, if not please see your Senpai.
Tournament 18th of April, Indian Hall, Pukekohe.
All students that are competing MUST HAVE BREAKFAST BEFORE COMING TO THE TOURNAMENT, Nutrition is important especially if you are competing.
COMPULSORY items for tournament, MOUTH GUARDS, moulded and fitted before arrival
CHEST GUARDS females for Kumite
HEAD GEAR for competitors who are 13 years and under.
Groin guards (optional for males)
Sparing mitts

THERE WILL BE NO EFTPOS FOR ENTRY OR FOR THE KITCHEN ON TOURNAMENT DAY. CASH ONLY.

Even though it is becoming cooler of a night staying hydrated during training is important, remember your water bottles.

Kyu Belt/Black Belt grading MAY, date to be advised.

SENSEI RAY & SENSEI DENISE

28/02/2026

Good afternoon everyone, just a heads up, March newsletter will be out next week and in it there are some really important notes.
The first one is and we get this every year at Tournaments, Have we got EFTPOS on the day the answer is NO. It is CASH ONLY for entry and for the KITCHEN. There will be a coffee wagon on the day for people who need there coffee fix.😉
Also all students must have BREAKFAST before hand, Nutrition is important as it is a long day mentally and physically.
The Tournament will be on us before we know it so turn up and train hard during week nights at your Dojo.
If any Dojo's have Juniors doing the Bo Division they can use the Short Bo, Intermediates and Seniors are to use the Long Bo. DAN KATA ONLY.
What you put in is what you get out.
Take care everyone. Happy March.😊

22/02/2026

21/02/2026

Our new posters

03/02/2026

Welcome back everyone it is good to see the Dojos are up and running with a good number of students turning up for training.
Welcome to our new students, we have had a few come along to look at what Karate is all about, some have even started with us so that is great news, seeing our numbers climb.
Remember Karate is a journey and what you put into it is what you get out of it.
We have a busy year ahead of us so turn up and train hard.
Don't forget to stay hydrated by remembering your water bottles.🥋

09/01/2026

Don’t forget training starts on Monday night

08/01/2026

Happy New year everyone, We hope you have all had a good break and are well and truely ready to get back in to training.
A reminder that the dojo's will re-open for training on Monday 12th January2026. All Classes will run at the usual times. See you all there.

19/12/2025

Good morning everyone, good luck to those who are grading today. Come out and do your best.
Don’t forget the prize giving tomorrow at the Pukekohe R.S.A. Starting at 2 pm and finishing at 6 pm. There is a door entry fee of $10 for everyone 12 years old and over.
The Christmas hampers will be drawn as well as the Christmas ham. Also the Hokitika Raffle will also be drawn.
Sensei Ray and the team wish you a very meeey Christmas and a happy New year. The dojo opens it doors for training on Monday 12th January 2026. All classes at their normal times.

18/10/2025

Hi everyone, just a couple of reminders for you.
1. BLACK BELT GRADING - grading fees and monthly fees MUST be paid BEFORE the grading or you may not be able to grade. Please, if you have difficulty in paying, speak to your Sensei or Senpai.
These fees can be paid in cash at the Dojo office (Pukekohe) or online.
If you are Grading, put in the work, train hard and try not to miss any classes...it's up to you!

2. SQUAD - There will be a Squad session on Friday 24th at 5:30pm and is open to ALL RANKS. If you are keen then please inform either your Sensei/Senpai or Senpai Damien.
Squad is a good way to get your stamina built up and learn new things, so please don't let the opportunity pass you by!!
Lack of numbers will mean cancelling the Squad night.

Stay well and take care of yourselves.