Kasib Murdoch Combat Sports Fighter and World Amateur MMA Champion

Kasib Murdoch Combat Sports Fighter and World Amateur MMA Champion

Kasib was born in Dunedin May 15, 2001 and has been raised by his mother. He has two brothers Shem and Damon with Shem being his older brother and also an active combat sports fighter and training partner of Kasib. Both Kasib and Shem have been supported throughout the fight careers by their mum and […]

Empowering Fitness Habits for People with Disabilities

People with disabilities often want to be active, but physical activity challenges like access barriers, pain flare-ups, fatigue, or unsafe “one-size-fits-all” routines can make exercise feel out of reach. Adaptive fitness starts from a different assumption: bodies vary, and training can be adjusted without losing purpose or progress. With inclusive exercise options, movement becomes something […]

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Freestyle Karate: Looking Through the Eyes of the Observer

Freestyle Karate has evolved differently across the world, shaped by both traditional martial arts and modern combat sports. Many freestyle systems draw upon the foundations of karate while incorporating concepts and techniques from disciplines such as Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, and kickboxing. Rather than replacing traditional karate, freestyle karate seeks to adapt proven principles to […]

Combat Karate League Aotearoa

Combat Karate League Aotearoa

2023 -2024 Tournament Season Where it started Combat Karate League Aotearoa (CKLA) started the tournament officially on 8th of July 2023 with the first tournament. With the support of WKKO NZ which aided the launch of the league. Showcasing an amateur combat karate rule system that was new, and an elimination sparring tournament. Combat Karate […]

Todd Group Close Quarters Combat Courses

Todd Group Close Quarters Combat Courses

The Todd Group offer close quarters combat courses and training in military self-defence techniques in New Zealand and internationally: Dates Place Title Feb 2024 Dunedin, New Zealand Todd Group HQ February 2024 Intake Induction 24 Feb to 25 Feb 2024 Kapiti, New Zealand Kapiti Short Course 16 Mar to 23 Mar 2024 Dunedin, New Zealand Todd Group HQ […]