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Competitive Goju-Ryu Karate and Tournament Training

byRajesh Thakkar's Karate Academy3 Dojos in Mumbai; Classes across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from₹1,500 per monthView full gallery

From our dojo floors to the international mat, we train students to channel their discipline into competition. See how our community prepares for the world stage.

Small champions with big spirits! Our youngest students gear up for the tournament, practicing their Shiai Kumite with focus and enthusiasm at our Nariman Point and Shantikamal dojos.

The scoreboard tells the story of victory. Shandai Manan's win in the Kumite under-21 category at the World Championship is a highlight of his competitive career.

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In competitive Kumite, the difference between winning and learning lies in your mental state. At our Nariman Point and P.J. Hindu Gymkhana dojos, we simulate high-pressure tournament conditions so students learn to stay calm while executing precise Goju-Ryu techniques.

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Rajesh Thakkar's Karate Academy

3 Dojos in Mumbai; Classes across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from ₹1,500 per month

I am Rajesh Thakkar, and I believe Karate-do is a way of life that extends far beyond the dojo walls. Whether you are a four-year-old learning your first stance or a competitor aiming for the World Championship, my focus remains on building discipline and character first.

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