Block, punch and kick your way to fitness with karate at the Mackay Karate Centre. Classes in the ancient martial art are held every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday under the guidance of highly trained instructors. Our Mackay dojo caters to beginners through to black belts who want to keep fit, learn self defence or train at international competition level. Aside learning how to defend yourself, karate teaches self-confidence, respect, etiquette and self-control. Head instructor, Sensei Dr. Lutie van den Berg, is a 7th Dan JKA karate coach. The current head coach national team, he is assisted by 3rd Dan JKA coaches Mark Ramsdale and Robyn Johnsen who have been training under Sensei Lutie for more than a decade. If the only martial arts moves you know were gleaned from watching the movies, there's no better time to join than now. Call our Mackay Karate Centre for more information.

Kyokushin Karate offers strength, confidence & self-defence. World recognised instructor.

Learn Aikido in Mackay. This Japanese form of martial art goes beyond the art of self-defence. It promotes confidence, co-ordination, self-awareness, improved posture, flexibility and aerobic conditioning. Aikido Mackay specialises in teaching the Iwama Ryu from of Aikido for all ages groups - five years and over. Barbara Colby, Black belt instructor, holds classes on Tuesdays (6.30pm until 8.00pm) and Thursdays (6.00pm until 8.00pm) in a safe supervised environment. Aikido teaches students meditation, morals, improves mental agility and hones the ability to think outside the square to find solutions. People of all ages, sizes, physical abilities, fitness levels and sizes can learn Aikido. Get fit, have fun and make new friends while developing a positive attitude and values, which will be reflected in all aspects of your daily life. Sign up with your friends and family and enjoy all the benefits Aikido training has to offer.

Mackay MMA offers training classes for all levels from Martial Arts beginners to those who wish to compete. Mackay MMA a 'no ego' club with a super friendly environment to train in. We offer classes in BJJ, MMA, Kickboxing and Strength and Conditioning. With links to one of Australia's best known Mixed Martial Artists in 'The Hippo' Anthony Perosh, you can take your Martial Arts career as far as you want to go. If you are a casual fan who wants to learn more, come and have a go and see how much fun it can be. If its fitness or weight loss you want, we can help you too! There are a wide range of competition paths that you can choose at any time (only if you want to) from BJJ comps, no gi submission wrestling, MMA (starting with C Class) and more. Kids are welcome and there is nothing like a Martial Art to improve self confidence, concentration, self worth (no matter what age). Come and have a go! Located in Hayes lane off Prospect street in Mackay.