About Us
We Value
Respect, Compassion, Honour
ABOUT US
Not all Martial Arts Associations are the same. With over 110 years of knowledge and experience between them, Instructors Garry, Jake, Scott and Brett have created an association that focuses on the individual and community spirit. Amalgamating a mixture of different Martial Art styles, arising from the common lineage of traditional Karate and Ju-Jitsu and adding elements of Kickboxing, Boxing and Weaponry. Students can benefit from different forms of training as well as bridge the gap between traditional karate and reality based martial arts. It’s a more modern and inclusive approach.
Our Story
Gisborne Mixed Martial Arts originally started as a non-profit association and continued to dedicate its training in the “Bushido” spirit, or the “Way of the Warrior” as it is referred to in Japan.
The Japanese Characters (below) literally translates to:
“Gi Zu Bon Budo Kai” which simply means
“Gisborne Martial Arts Association”.
“Budo” means fighting or Martial Art,
“Bushi” means Warrior,
“Bushido” is as above, Martial Art Warrior
The Club was originally started in 1999, mainly due to a break up of a former Martial Arts club in the Macedon area. Some concerned Parents encouraged the set-up of a school to continue their Children’s Martial Arts development and training. What you see today is the result of this idea. Having grown bigger over the years, the implementation of more classes, on more nights means we are able to accommodate for this.
The Culture we Nurture
Passion
We are passionate about the martial arts. Our main motto is “one size does not fit all”. We are a club that puts you at its core.
Community
We nurture values and culture. This is a community that is fully inclusive, and you can belong.
Commitment
Our commitment is to provide you with the Best Training, Knowledge and Experience, that we can.
Growth
You will find that Gisborne Mixed Martial Arts will help you grow and achieve the things that you once thought were out of reach
Why GMMA
We have committed instructors with a combined 110 years of knowledge and experience. We boast a freshly renovated new dojo training area and new training equipment. We offer alternative fitness classes: cardio defence, personal training and boxing. We are invested in your personal growth and development. We nurture community spirit, inclusiveness and leadership. We use a State of Art, Student Management System.
At Gisborne Mixed Martial Arts, we strive to instil the core values of the Bushido Way. Through a wide range of fitness drills, technical skills and application, we consistently achieve this, whilst staying true to the passion and heart that martial arts offers. Alternatively, we also offer our Cardio Based Classes, which is a dynamic spin on a regular gym workout. These incorporate the use of padded mitts and bags, plus a range of applications and drills to achieve improvements in physical fitness, stamina, core strength, agility and flexibility.
Core Values
The Bushido Core Values
INTEGRITY:
Having honesty in evaluating any situation and being able to be true to the justice of not only others but also to ones-self.
RESPECT:
Good leadership is embodied by respect, respect shown towards others and the respect shown towards ones-self in difficult times. This can help in the formation of greater bonds in the dealing with others.
COURAGE:
Fear comes from an uncertain situation, by assessing and acknowledging this fear, one can overcome such adversity and achieve greatness through action.
HONOUR:
The honour and character of a person are only judged by ones-self. The reflection of who they truly are will be displayed through the actions and decisions they make. Setting goals and having pride in the accomplishments achieved.
COMPASSION:
Through the recognition of undertaking difficult challenges, opportunity will arise for the strengthening of empathy and mindfulness towards others.
HONESTY:
Having accountability for one’s actions can help identify the purity of one’s mind and bring honesty to light.
LOYALTY:
Routine stems from a tradition. From this, stems focus, commitment, determination and growth.
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