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September 17, 2026
REGIONAL WORKSHOP

GINGIN  |  WHEATBELT | SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER 2026

VENUEARRIVALWORKSHOP
Granville Civic Centre
Gingin
8.45 am registration
9.00 am workshop start
9.00 am – 3.00 pm
Optional athlete signing at close

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

The Regional Karate Workshop is a full day development opportunity bringing together practical karate training, instructor development, competition education and opportunities for parents and volunteers to become more involved in the sport.

The workshop is open to all karate members. Current Karate WA members will have access to a subsidised member fee as part of Karate WA’s funded regional development program. A non-member registration fee will also be available.

 

WHO CAN TAKE PART?

  • Karate WA Member – Athletes looking to develop their kumite, kata, physical preparation and competition knowledge.
  • Karate WA Member – Instructors and coaches who want to train alongside athletes and strengthen their coaching and compliance knowledge.
  • Parents, club volunteers and other interested members who would like to learn more about volunteering and event officiating.
  • Karate participants from outside the Karate WA membership, with a non-member fee available.

 

Proudly supported through funding from the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, providing subsidised development opportunities for Karate WA members.

 

PRESENTERS AND ATHLETE AMBASSADORS

The workshop will feature experienced presenters and Karate WA athlete ambassadors. 

PRESENTER PROFILE
Troy Coelho

Karate WA State Kata Coach

Troy Coelho is a highly experienced WA kata athlete and coach who has represented Western Australia at national level.
He was a member of the WA Senior Men’s Kata Team that won Gold at the 2013 Australian National Championships.
Troy has continued his involvement in high-performance karate, supporting the development of WA’s next generation of kata athletes.
He currently serves as a Karate WA State Kata Coach within the 2026 State Team coaching group.
His experience as both a competitor and coach makes him a valued member of the WA karate community.

ATHLETE AMBASSADOR
Coming Soon.

PRESENTER PROFILE
Jessica Johnson

Karate WA State Kumite Coach

Jessica Johnson is one of Western Australia’s most accomplished international kumite athletes.
Across her competitive career, she won numerous Australian titles and international medals, representing Australia on the world stage.
Her career highlight came at the 2006 WKF World Championships in Finland, where she won Bronze in kumite for Australia.
Jessica has since transitioned from elite competitor to instructor and coach, sharing her considerable international experience with developing athletes.
She currently serves as a Karate WA State Kumite Coach and continues to make an important contribution to karate in Western Australia.

ATHLETE AMBASSADOR
Coming Soon.

 

WORKSHOP PROGRAM

Regional Karate Workshop  |  Gingin

TIMEMAIN WORKSHOPFORPARALLEL WORKSHOPFOR
8.45 – 9.00 amArrival and RegistrationAll participants
9.00 – 10.00 amKata Training
Skills, technique, strategy and competition development.
Athletes and Instructors
10.00 – 10.15 amMorning TeaAll participants
10.15 – 11.15 amKumite Training
Technique, performance and competition development.
Athletes and InstructorsVolunteering and Event Officiating
Introduction to volunteering at Karate WA events, including table officiating and event roles.
Parents, Club Volunteers and interested Instructors
11.15 am – 12.15 pmStrength and Conditioning
Practical physical preparation for karate.
Everybody.
12.15 – 12.45 pmLunchAll participants
12.45 – 1.30pmAthlete Training Session
Practical training continues.
AthletesCoach and Instructor Education
Karate Australia accreditation, Sport Integrity Australia, Working With Children requirements, compliance and safe coaching.
Instructors
1.30 – 2.15 pmWeapons Training Athletes and Instructors
2.15 – 2.25 pmAfternoon TeaAll participants
2.25 – 3.00 pmTournament Rules and Competition Preparation
Rules, expectations and preparation for athletes, instructors and families.
Athletes, Instructors and Parents
3.00 pmWorkshop Conclusion
Optional athlete signing / informal meet and greet.
All participants
3.00 – 3.30 pmEvent Pack Up, Athlete Ambassador Signing and Venue Close.Staff, Presenters and Volunteers

Program is subject to minor change as presenters and final session content are confirmed.

REGISTRATION AND FEES

KARATE WA MEMBER DAY FEE$33 
NON-MEMBER DAY FEE$100

HOW TO BOOK

Register for the workshop via TryBooking here

Or follow the QR code below

Registrations close Thursday 22 October at 12pm

Contact regions@karatewestaustrali.com for further information.

 

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