Carrum Downs & Ashwood — Victoria

STRONGER
KIDS.
PROUDER PARENTS.

Sendai Karate Club — Victoria's family martial arts centre where children and adults discover courage, focus and lifelong friendships.

48
Years of Legacy
2
Locations
All Ages
4 to Adult

Start Here

BEGINNER CLASS TIMES

New students are guided step by step. No pressure, no ego, and no need to be fit or experienced before starting — just choose the location that suits your family and book a free trial.

Carrum Downs Beginners

  • Little Kids: Wed 4:00–4:30pm & Sat 9:00–9:30am
  • Children Beginners: Mon/Wed/Fri 4:30–5:30pm & Sat 9:30–10:30am
  • Adults Beginners: Mon/Wed/Fri 6:30–7:30pm & Sat 11:30am–12:30pm

Best for families near Carrum Downs, Skye, Seaford, Frankston, Cranbourne, Sandhurst and Langwarrin.

Ashwood Beginners

  • Children Beginners: Mon/Wed/Thu 5:00–6:00pm & Sat 10:30–11:30am
  • Adults Beginners: Mon/Wed/Thu 6:30–7:30pm & Sat 11:30am–12:30pm
  • Family Friendly: Ask us which class best suits your child’s age and experience.

Best for families near Ashwood, Ashburton, Burwood, Chadstone, Glen Iris, Mount Waverley and surrounding suburbs.

Sendai Karate Club students training
48
YEARS
STRONG

Welcome

YOUR FAMILY MARTIAL ARTS CENTRE

"More Than Karate — A Community That Builds Better People"

At Sendai Karate Club, we've been shaping confident, disciplined and resilient people across Victoria for decades. With two welcoming locations in Carrum Downs and Ashwood, we're proud to be the martial arts home for hundreds of local families.

Our fully accredited instructors bring real expertise and genuine care to every class — creating an environment that's safe, fun and empowering for complete beginners through to competitive athletes.

Whether you're enrolling your child for the first time, getting fit as an adult, or training the whole family together — at Sendai, you'll find your people.

Why Families Trust Sendai

SAFE, STRUCTURED & FAMILY FOCUSED

Parents choose Sendai because the classes are disciplined without being intimidating, challenging without being ego-driven, and welcoming for complete beginners.

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Experienced Instructors

Black belt instructors and senior assistants guide students with care, structure and consistency.

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Child-Safe Culture

Classes are supervised, respectful and designed around confidence, discipline and positive behaviour.

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Clear Progression

Students follow a syllabus with quarterly grading opportunities when they are ready.

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Family Community

Two locations, one teaching standard, and a welcoming culture for children, teens and adults.

Beginner Friendly

No experience needed. We help every student progress at their own pace.

New Students Start Here

YOUR FIRST CLASS IS SIMPLE

Starting martial arts can feel like a big step. We make the process easy so children and adults know exactly what to expect before they walk onto the mats.

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Choose a Location

Pick Carrum Downs or Ashwood based on what suits your family best.

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Book a Free Trial

Tell us your child’s age or your own experience level and we will guide you to the right class.

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Come and Try

Wear comfortable training clothes. No uniform or equipment is required for the first class.

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Start Your Journey

If it feels right, we will explain the best membership option and next steps.

What We Offer

OUR PROGRAMS

Children's Karate Classes
Ages 4–14
KARATE FOR CHILDREN
Fun, safe and structured karate for children. Focus, discipline, confidence and real skills in a supportive environment.
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Adult Karate Classes
Ages 15+
KARATE FOR ADULTS
Authentic karate training for all adult levels — from complete beginners through to black belt.
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Weapon Classes
All Ages
WEAPON CLASSES
Traditional Okinawan kobudo — bo staff, sai, nunchaku and more. An exciting extension of your karate journey.
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Meet The Team

YOUR SENSEI

Chief Instructor
Head Instructor — 5th Dan Black Belt
Sensei Jean Vega

With decades of experience in application-based training, self-defence, and competition, Sensei Jean has developed karate programs that combine both sporting and practical application aspects, bringing together the best of both worlds. His students have gone on to compete and succeed at both state and international levels, while also developing valuable real-world self-defence skills should the need ever arise.

Sendai Karate Club Teaching Team
Senior Instructors — Sendai Karate
Our Teaching Team

Our fully accredited team of black belt instructors bring passion, experience, and genuine care to every class. With expertise across karate, weapons and fitness training, every student receives personalised guidance and encouragement.

Testimonials

WHAT FAMILIES SAY

Reviews from our parents, students and families help Sendai Karate Club reach the broader community. Whether you train at Ashwood or Carrum Downs, our teaching team, standards and values remain the same.

Ashwood Google Review
★★★★★

“Sendai Karate has been wonderful for me and mine. Very family focused, the kids have a ball and a half whilst learning self-defensive skills and providing them confidence, self-assuredness and honour. My kids have sadly decided they want to try other things, but they hold Sensei Kurt, Jean and everyone there dear to their hearts and they’ll hold the skills they’ve learned for years to come. Thank you everyone at Sendai, you’ve been wonderful!”

Ashwood Parent
Ashwood Facebook Review
★★★★★

“Highly recommend Sendai Karate. Our son’s been training there for almost 4 years and absolutely loves it. The instructors are caring and inclusive to everyone, ensuring the kids have fun while learning the basics and developing the art of karate.”

Ashwood Parent
Carrum Downs Google Review
★★★★★

“Sendai Karate Club is an amazing place for your child to learn karate. The Senpais and Sensei who run the club are the perfect mix of a little fun, especially for the younger kids, and discipline, which our kids need more of! My daughter signed up this year and has thrived — her confidence, strength and fitness have increased immensely! The vibe with the other families that attend is so welcoming and has a real sense of community. If you are wanting your child to learn self defence, have amazing young role models guide your child or teen, this is the place for you.”

Carrum Downs Parent
Carrum Downs Facebook Review
★★★★★

“I can highly recommend Sendai Karate. Amazing instructors and so friendly and welcoming. My son finally found something he loves. His confidence, fitness and self-esteem have skyrocketed. Seeing the changes encouraged my husband and myself to also take up karate, something I never thought I would do. Best decision we’ve made!”

Carrum Downs Parent
Want this for your child?

Book a free trial and experience the Sendai teaching team, values and community for yourself.

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YOUR FIRST CLASS IS FREE
No experience needed. No obligation. Just come and try it.
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Get In Touch

CONTACT US

We'd love to hear from you. Book a free trial, ask a question, or find out which location suits you best.

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