Kansai Karate Academy was founded by Stephen Kelly in Queensland in 1993 and is part of the worldwide Shito-ryu Shukokai World Karate Union. The Academy’s award-winning Honbu (Headquarters) Karate dojo and our High Performance Centre is located in the Brisbane western suburb of Sumner Park, which is approx. 15 kms from the city. Having full time professional dojos enables students to train safely 6 days a week. Shihan Stephen and his staff of highly trained and qualified instructors teach traditional and sport karate in a modern, energetic and exciting atmosphere that will benefit both you and your family. We, Brisbane Karate Academy, also specialise in Kids Karate Classes Brisbane, Karate Shukokai Brisbane, Competition Karate (WKF Developmental/Elite), Weapons, self defence classes Brisbane, Fitness Classes, Private Coaching and Personal Training.