Karate was included for the first time in the Summer Holiday Programme during January that was organised by the Synergy Sports Centre in New Lynn, Auckland where the Jyoshinmon NZ Honbu (Headquarters) is located.
Sensei Zak Bennett and Senpai Sian Bennett-Motuliki held basic karate training and fitness sessions at the New Lynn Dojo (located by the basketball courts inside Synergy Sports Centre).
As well as basic punching, blocks and kicking, there were also agility exercises with poles and ladder. Games included speed test on changing moves and direction to increase reaction time. The important part was that all the kids had fun!