Yes! Your first lesson at Penshurst Kyokushin Karate is completely free with absolutely no obligation. It's the best way to experience what our classes are like and meet Sensei Vicki before making any commitment. Just get in touch to let us know you're coming along.

For the first lesson, comfortable activewear is all you need — a t-shirt and tracksuit pants or shorts work perfectly. No special gear, shoes, or karate uniform (gi) is required for the free trial. Karate is practised barefoot, so no special footwear is needed. Once you decide to continue training, we'll help you get the right uniform.

Not at all. Most of our students start with zero martial arts experience. Sensei Vicki teaches students at all levels — from complete beginners to more advanced practitioners — within the same class. Everyone learns at their own pace in a supportive, encouraging environment.

We train twice a week on Monday and Thursday evenings. Kids classes (ages 5–12) run from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Adults classes (ages 13+) run from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The dojo is located at 118 Penshurst Street, Penshurst — easily accessible from Hurstville, Mortdale, Peakhurst and surrounding suburbs.

Kids classes (ages 5–12) are $340 per quarter and adults classes (ages 13+) are $410 per quarter. This covers all training sessions — twice per week on Monday and Thursday evenings. Remember, your very first lesson is free with no obligation to continue.

Of course! Parents are welcome to stay and watch during classes. It's a great way to see your child's progress and understand what they're learning. Many parents enjoy seeing the discipline, focus and enjoyment their kids demonstrate during training.

Kyokushin means "the ultimate truth" and is one of the most respected and physically demanding styles of karate in the world. Founded by Sosai Mas Oyama, it emphasises full-contact training, practical self-defence, and strong character development alongside technical skill. Unlike some styles that focus primarily on forms or point-based sparring, Kyokushin builds genuine strength, discipline and resilience through challenging but rewarding training methods including sparring, kata, and rigorous conditioning.

Not at all. While Kyokushin is known for its intensity at higher levels, our kids classes are carefully structured to be age-appropriate, fun, and engaging. Sensei Vicki adapts training to each child's level, focusing on building confidence, coordination, and basic techniques in a safe and supportive environment. Parents consistently comment on how much their children enjoy the classes.

Yes. Kyokushin karate is fundamentally a practical martial art with real-world self-defence applications. Students learn striking, blocking, and movement techniques that build genuine capability. Just as importantly, they develop the confidence, awareness and composure that help avoid confrontation in the first place.

All classes are led by Sensei Vicki, a Sandan (3rd Dan) black belt with over 27 years of Kyokushin karate experience. She began training in 1997, earned her black belt in 2001, and has been the head instructor since 2014. Parents consistently praise her patient, firm-but-fair teaching style and her ability to make classes both disciplined and fun. Read Sensei Vicki's full bio →

We're at 118 Penshurst Street, Penshurst NSW 2222. The dojo is centrally located and easily accessible for families from Hurstville, Mortdale, Peakhurst, Beverly Hills, Oatley, and surrounding suburbs in Sydney's south.

Yes. We are an official branch of the International Karate Organisation (IKO) Kyokushin Kaikan, established by the late Sosai Masutatsu Oyama and currently under the direction of Kancho Shokei Matsui. This means our curriculum, grading standards, and teaching methods are aligned with the worldwide Kyokushin organisation.

The easiest way is to call or text us on 0402 280 868. You can also use the inquiry form on our website. Just let us know you'd like to come for a free lesson and we'll confirm your spot. No preparation needed — just turn up in comfortable clothes and we'll take care of the rest.