Building Character, Discipline and Leadership Through Traditional Karate
Traditional Shotokan karate training in Gympie, Queensland for children, teenagers, and adults.
International Karate Daigaku Australia provides structured traditional karate training in a safe and disciplined environment, focused on character development, respect, and personal growth.
About IKD Australia
International Karate Daigaku Australia is a not-for-profit traditional Shotokan karate organisation based in Gympie, Queensland, providing structured karate training and community programs for students of all ages.
We focus on developing discipline, resilience, confidence, and strong character through authentic karate training.
Our training is based on respect, self-control, perseverance, and leadership, supporting personal growth both inside and outside the dojo.
Meet the Instructor
Shihan Hamid Mostofizadeh – Shichidan (7th Dan)
Chairman & Chief Instructor of IKD Australia
Shihan Hamid is the founder and Chief Instructor of IKD Australia with decades of experience in traditional Shotokan Karate.
He has trained students from beginner level through to national and international competition, with a strong focus on discipline, respect, and technical excellence.
Why Choose IKD-Australia
IKD-Australia offers traditional Shotokan karate training in a disciplined, respectful and family-friendly environment in Gympie, Queensland.
Our focus is on structured training that supports physical development, confidence, and character building for students of all ages and abilities.
Training at IKD-Australia is guided by traditional values, technical development, and long-term personal growth through martial arts.
IKD Australia is proudly affiliated with International Karate Daigaku (IKD), Karate Australia, and Karate Queensland, and supports recognised community programs that promote participation, safety, and lifelong learning.
Benefits of Karate
Focus & Discipline
Students develop concentration, self-control and strong discipline through traditional karate training.
Strength & Coordination
Karate improves balance, coordination and overall physical fitness through structured training.
Confidence & Respect
Students build confidence while learning respect for instructors, training partners and traditional values.
Safe & Positive Training
All classes are conducted in a supportive environment led by certificate instructors focused on safety and development.
Karate Australia Accredited School
International Karate Daigaku Association Australia Inc. is recognised as a Karate Australia Accredited School, demonstrating our commitment to quality instruction, student safety, and nationally recognised standards.
This accreditation reflects our dedication to maintaining high-quality teaching practices and providing a safe, positive environment for students of all ages to train and develop through traditional Shotokan karate.
Scan the QR code to verify our accreditation through Karate Australia’s Club Finder.
What is Karate?
Karate is a traditional Japanese martial art focused on discipline, self-control, respect, and personal development.
At IKD Australia, students train in traditional non-contact Shotokan Karate within a safe and structured environment for children, teenagers, and adults.
Training includes kihon (basics), kata (forms), kumite (sparring), fitness, and character development based on traditional Japanese Budo principles.
What is traditional Karate?
IKD Australia provides authentic traditional Shotokan Karate training based on Japanese Budo principles, focusing on discipline, respect, technical development, and personal growth.
Our instructors are highly experienced and internationally qualified, with strong backgrounds in teaching, coaching, grading, and competition development.
Students train in a safe, structured, and supportive environment designed to help children, teenagers, and adults develop confidence, fitness, leadership, and lifelong martial arts skills.
At IKD Australia, we believe karate is more than physical training. Traditional Shotokan karate develops the mind, body and spirit through consistent practice, discipline and respect.
“The genius of karate-do is to improve the mind and mental improvement, techniques, body and physical improvement, that everyone would like to achieve, through daily training.”
Our goal is to provide lifelong karate training that supports students of all ages and abilities as they grow in confidence, character and skill.
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Karate Training at IKD Australia
Students at IKD Australia train in traditional Shotokan karate through regular classes, gradings and competitions.
IKD Australia provides traditional Shotokan karate training in Gympie, Queensland, for children, teenagers and adults.
IKD Australia Students Training – Gympie Dojo
Traditional Shotokan karate training at IKD Australia Honbu Dojo in Gympie.
Grading Group Photo
Belt Grading Ceremony
Tournament
Oceania Championships June 2025 New-Caledonia
Queensland Team
At 51st Karate Australia National Championships in Adelaide, SA
Join the IKD-Australia Network
IKD-Australia welcomes karate practitioners, instructors, and dojo groups seeking a supportive and professionally structured traditional Shotokan karate organisation.
We provide opportunities for technical development, instructor mentorship, grading pathways, coaching support, and participation in local, national, and international karate events.
IKD-Australia is committed to preserving traditional karate values while supporting positive long-term development within a respectful martial arts community.
Traditional Shotokan
Traditional Shotokan Karate
Authentic karate training based on traditional Shotokan principles and Japanese Budo values.
Certified Instructors
Internationally Certified Instructors
Our instructors hold international qualifications and many years of training experience.
Safe Training
Safe and Supportive Training
Students train in a disciplined but positive environment focused on respect and personal growth.
Character Development
Character and Confidence
Karate helps students develop confidence, discipline, focus and strong character.
Our Karate Lineage
IKD Australia follows the traditional Shotokan karate lineage of the International Karate Daigaku organisation, maintaining authentic Japanese Budo standards through kihon, kata, and kumite.
• Shuseki Shihan Frank Woon-A-Tai – 10th Dan
• Shihan Maureen Woon-A-Tai – 9th Dan
• Shihan Dr. W. Dexter Shim – 9th Dan
• Shihan Hamid Mostofizadeh – 7th Dan
Watch Our Karate Training
Experience traditional Shotokan karate training at IKD Australia in Gympie.
Start your journey in karate with IKD Australia
We offer a free introductory lesson for children, teenagers, and adults.
What Our Students & Families Say
“Training at IKD Australia has improved my focus, discipline, and confidence.”
— Student Testimonial
“My child has grown in confidence, discipline, and respect.”
— Parent Testimonial
IKD Australia Spotlight
Highlighting the achievements, dedication and stories of our students, instructors and dojo community.
June 2026 Kyu Grading
IKD Australia is pleased to announce the upcoming Kyu Grading on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at the IKD Martial Arts Centre, Gympie.
Students are encouraged to prepare thoroughly and submit their registration forms by Friday, 19 June 2026.
We wish all participants every success in their grading.
News
Delara Selected to Represent Australia at the 2026 WKF World Championships
Karate Australia has now officially announced the Australian Team selected to compete at the WKF World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships 2026. IKD Australia is extremely proud to announce that Delara has been officially selected to represent Australia in…
Delara Wins Third Consecutive Australian Championship
The 52nd Karate Australia National Championships have now concluded in Hobart, Tasmania. Congratulations to Karate Queensland, who finished an outstanding 3rd overall in Australia. Only Karate Victoria and Karate WA finished ahead of Queensland. IKD Australia is…
Student Spotlight: Delara’s Karate Journey
Student Spotlight: Delara’s Karate Journey At IKD Australia, every black belt has a unique story. Delara Mostofizadeh’s karate journey is one of dedication, perseverance and continuous improvement. Delara began training in traditional Shotokan Karate in…