The Shinpo Championships.
Each year, our highly anticipated Shinpo Martial Arts Championships bring together our talented Martial Artists from across the region to showcase the skills they've developed over the last year.
Our annual competition features Kids and Adult Divisions in both Kickboxing and Randori, with an Open Age Division in Kata, making it an inclusive and thrilling event for Martial Artists of all ages and abilities.
Here, we proudly present the champions who have risen to the challenge and earned their titles. These athletes have shown incredible discipline, strength and mastery in their respective disciplines, and we are excited to celebrate their achievements.
Take a moment to explore and meet the Shinpo Martial Arts champions!
2024 Champions.
Year One.
2024 Kata Champion
Lucas Norbury
Kata Performed:
Sanjuuichi Jo Kata (31 Jo Staff)
2024 Junior Sparring Champion
Kai Bretherton
2024 Junior Randori Champion
Danas Malinauskas
2024 Senior Sparring Champion
Kane Worden
2024 Senior Randori Champion
Alex Nagy
The La Valle Award of Excellence.
Introducing the prestigious La Valle Award of Excellence. This esteemed award is bestowed upon a deserving student after each grading, recognising extraordinary qualities that have set them apart from the rest.
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Above all else, the recipient of this award demonstrates remarkable courage in the face of personal challenges, unwavering perseverance in their Martial Arts journey or exceptional bravery that inspires us all. Whether it's standing out amongst the crowd with exceptional skills or displaying an unmatched spirit, this accolade represents the pinnacle of Martial Arts achievement.
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We proudly enshrine the names of all the remarkable individuals who have earned this distinguished honour in our illustrious Hall of Fame. Their achievements will forever serve as a wellspring of inspiration for all our students, encouraging them to reach greater heights and embrace the spirit of excellence.
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Let their dedication and determination ignite a fire within us all as we continue our journey of growth and achievement in Martial Arts.
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Congratulations to all our La Valle Award of Excellence recipients!
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Hall of Fame.
Hard Work. Perseverance. Dedication.
Awarded on: Sunday 24th November 2024
Damian Kassner
Trains on: Ju Jitsu, Kickboxing, Ninja Academy & Budo Academy.
Awarded for:
Outstanding dedication to his training. Damian has a kind heart and trains at 100% on every class he trains.​
Congratulations Damian, on another incredible achievement!
Student of the Year.
At Shinpo Martial Arts, we believe in celebrating not just skill, but the dedication, perseverance and growth of our students throughout the year.
Each year, during our November or December gradings, we proudly present the Student of the Year Award to one outstanding individual who has shown exceptional commitment, personal development and a true passion for Martial Arts.
This award represents more than just mastery of techniques—it honors those who have demonstrated leadership, a strong work ethic and the embodiment of the Martial Arts spirit both on and off the mat.
We are excited to highlight the remarkable students who have set a shining example for their peers over the years. Meet our Student of the Year!
Hall of Fame.
Hard Work. Perseverance. Dedication.
Awarded on: Sunday 24th November 2024
Annabelle Lowe
Trains on: Black Belt Academy
Awarded for:
Outstanding dedication to her training and Junior Leading. Annabelle not only is the smallest student on our Black Belt Academy class, she has never allowed that to stop or slow her down. She is a favourite amongst student as a Junior Leader and is an incredible role model for those wanting to progress through our belt system! Congratulations Annabelle, and thank you for being amazing!
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Junior Leader Award.
We are thrilled to present the Junior Leader Award to those outstanding young leaders who have generously volunteered 100 hours of their time to support and inspire fellow students. These leaders play an essential role in our club, giving their energy, patience and passion every step of the way. Without their commitment, our students wouldn’t be where they are today.
A huge congratulations and THANK YOU to all our Junior Leaders for your relentless hard work, dedication, and heart. You make our community stronger, and we couldn’t be prouder!
Hall of Fame.
Congratulations and THANK YOU!
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