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We’re excited to announce the return of our Kata of the Month program, which started Sunday 8th March with Guest Instructor Shihan Tony Di Iorio. Shihan Tony trains regularly with Sensei Steve Nedelkos and is a direct student of our founder, Sensei Masaji Taira (9th Dan). This offered a fantastic opportunity to deepen our technical understanding and stay closely aligned with our lineage….

Melbourne Dragons held their quarterly grading on 29 March 2026. Congrats to Lee on his white stripe Brown Belt, and Chris on his Orange belt! Photos

Kagami Biraki is a Traditional Japanese dojo opening to welcome the new year. This year, Taishos Sam and Rene represented Melbourne Dragons at the official Dai Nippon Butoku Kai (DNBK) Kagami Biraki training day on Saturday 17th January at Craigieburn Martial Arts Centre. Photos

Melbourne Dragons hosted a Japanese Ju Jitsu class with special guest instructor Sensei Adrian Clarke on 31 May 2026. Photos

Melbourne Dragons participated in this year’s Midsumma Carnival and Pride March. Photos

Melbourne Dragons participated in the 2026 edition of the annual Mardi Gras Martial Arts tournament on 14 February. This marked the club’s 4th consecutive year of participation in the IAGLMA (International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists) event, earning honors from Tournament Director Penny Gulliver for the Most Supportive Interstate Team. The club brought…