Black Belt Martial Arts Hornsby

• ABN
  19 618 551 081

Black Belt Martial Arts Hornsby is a full time martial arts academy on Bridge Road in Hornsby, teaching traditional Shotokan karate and cardio kickboxing to children, teenagers and adults. The school has been running since 2013 and works with families across Hornsby and the upper North Shore.

Programs

• Tiny Dragons karate, ages 3 to 4, with parents supporting their child on the mat
• Lil Dragons karate, ages 5 to 8
• Young Dragons karate, ages 9 to 14
• Adult karate, all levels
• Cardio kickboxing, ages 14 and over
• Kumite squad program, a competition pathway for aspiring state and national team members

Instructors and accreditation

The school describes itself as a Karate Australia accredited academy and an authorised school sports provider under the NSW Government Sporting Schools Program. Its instructors are certified Rock and Water trainers, accredited Karate Australia sports coaches and accredited Guardian Girls instructors, with training in child safety, mental health first aid, and diversity and inclusion. The curriculum is built on Rock and Water principles alongside modern coaching methods, and free trial classes and introductory programs are offered.

Common questions

What age can children start karate?

Children can start from age 3 in the Tiny Dragons program, which is designed for preschoolers and focuses on coordination, school readiness and basic movement patterns.

Is karate suitable for beginners?

Yes. Most students start with no prior martial arts experience, and the curriculum is structured to take complete beginners through each belt level at their own pace.

Do I need to be fit to start?

No prior fitness is required. Training adapts to each person’s capability, and beginner classes are designed to build skills from the ground up.

How does the free trial work?

Book a free trial online or by phone, then arrive 10 minutes early to meet your instructor, complete registration and take part in a full class.

What should I wear to a first class?

Comfortable athletic clothing such as a t-shirt, shorts, leggings or tracksuit pants. The school will help fit you for a traditional karate uniform, a karategi, when you join.

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