There are a number of martial art disciplines in the region. From Tawkwon do to Tai Chi there is something for everyone. Check out the martial art clubs below for more information.
Club Directory
Gisborne Goju Ryu Karate Club
New Zealand Maori Taekwondo WTF
Age: Adult, Junior
Contact Name: Edward Karauria
Contact Number: 021 884 419
Address:
40 Campion Road, Gisborne (St Mary's School Hall)
Rangataua o Aoteraroa – Muaythai
Age: Adult, Junior
Contact Number: 027 935 2649
Address:
Disraeli St
Gisborne, New Zealand 4010
Te Karaka TaeKwon Do
Mondays and Thursdays, 5.30–7.15pm, Rangatira Scout Hall; GGHS Gym Tuesdays and Fridays 5.30–7.15pm
Age: Adult, Junior
Contact Name: Kevin & Sally Cale
Contact Number: (06)-862-1588
Te Kura Awhio
Awhio MMA is Gisborne/Tairawhiti’s only Mixed Martial Arts Academy. We provide instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts.
Beginner through to advanced. We also have fitness classes that use MMA training methods to help our clients lose weight and get fit.
Te Kura Awhio also has a roster of competitive fighters so you know you belong to a REAL fighters gym. Come down, join the family and give it a try.
Age: Adult, Junior
Contact Name: Bev Thomas
Contact Number: (06) 868 1570
Address:
16 Fitzherbert St,Gisborne
Tu Mana Toa Combat Systems
Tu Mana Toa Combat Systems NZ Inc, is a martial arts organisation dedicated to the development
and promotion of martial arts. We offer a range of martial art and incorporate tikanga Maori in the
mode of delivery.
We are based in the Te Wharau School hall on Monday and Wednesday 5.30- 7pm. We cater to all
ages and abilities and are whānau driven.
Age: Adult, Junior
Contact Number: 027 399 1788
Address:
Te Wharau School Hall
28 Graham Road
Inner Kaiti
Gisborne
4010
