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Student Profile - Dean Mayer
I love the journey. I enjoy training hard so that if a dangerous situation comes up, I can deal with it in a decent manner, and not be frightened...

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Instructor Profile - Aida de Demko
I love sharing Arakan with ladies. Seeing how much a student develops and grows, seeing them become more confident and empowered through Arakan. That has to be one of the greatest gifts as an instructor.

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Instructor Profile - Nathan Hinga
I have had the privilege of being Nathan’s Instructor for over a decade now (please check). Over this time Nathan has become one of the highest exponents of the art and one of the most senior Instructors of our club. Nathan is a machine, his training ethics and the level of effort he puts into training is always of an elite level. Thanks Nath, for being always open to growing and learning, you are a true Arakan Warrior...

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Health & Fitness benefits of Arakan Martial Art
At Arakan Martial Art ®, we DO NOT encourage you to ditch the workout and take the easy path because we believe that you can discover yourself on many levels by pushing through your perceived barriers.

We believe that effort creates results and our members love to push themselves beyond their perceived limits…this warrior attitude can be transposed to all areas of your life....

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Member Story - Krystal Lee
I've always considered myself fairly tough and independent, but I've been in some unpleasant situations which I've tried to talk myself out of with little or no result. It's taken me a little while to realise it, but the unfortunate consequence of such occurrences is that my confidence in my strength has become incredibly fragile - something that is difficult for me to admit to myself, let alone others....

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6 ways Arakan Martial Art can change your life

Many martial arts have the potential to change someone’s life and put them on a path of self-discovery and self-improvement

At Arakan Martial Art we have found that commitment to training each week has resulted in positive life changes that have benefited our students in all areas of their lives...

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Arakan Training Intensity Results
By training in Arakan Martial Art, many students experience a heightened sense of awareness, greater levels of confidence and self-belief, and gain the mental, emotional and physical ability to take control of most situations. In addition to these positive outcomes (a small list of many), members experience dramatic improvements in their health, fitness and physical appearance...

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Top 7 tips for personal safety
While there are many signs and advice for you to follow when it comes to personal security, you are the only one who can guarantee your own safety. In fact, every person should be their own safety warden and watch out always for things that may put them in danger. Many people are getting involved in Arakan Martial Art to empower themselves and be able to improve the level of safe defence ability...

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Understanding Stress
Sometimes due to difficult life circumstances our bodies are forced to go through strenuous processes in an order to maintain balance. All of this will lead to stress; a little bit of which can be good for the health and too much of which can be harmful. In this article, we look at the definition of stress, the impact of stress, stress related illnesses and possible ways of dealing with stress...

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The Benefits of Sports Nutrition for Martial Arts
While all athletes are very aware of the importance of exercise in reaching their peak fitness, the jury is still out on the dietary aspect of health and fitness. A quick Google search for the healthiest nutrition regime would produce thousands of contradictory results. Sorting through all of these varying opinions could be not only time consuming, but very confusing for those without a background in health and fitness....

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How to deal with Adult bullying
Bullying can take any number of forms. Everybody has heard of instances of cyber-bullying, and usually attributes this and face-to-face bullying with the teen age group and younger; generally, young people who are in school. Instances of this kind of bullying are seen in many different movies and television, but the fact is that bullying can take place in a much larger spectrum. Adult bullying, though much less known by the general public, can be just as devastating to those involved....

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Ladies Self Defence
In this day and age, the unfortunate truth is that it is necessary for all ladies to prepare themselves, and acquire the skills to defend themselves from would be attackers. Ladies self defence skills need to be taken on by both young and old, as crime does not discriminate....

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Member Story - Dylan Gorman
My name is Dylan and I am 16 years old. I enjoy singing, acting, writing, video games, reading and watching movies. I also have cerebral palsy.

I met Ryan in May 2013 at an expo in Robina and I was invited to come for an Arakan introductory free lesson. It took until September before I was able to take up the invite and I haven’t looked back....

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Why Martial Arts Beats Boxing, MMA, and Gym Training for Lifestyle

If you’re a young man in your 20s looking to get fit, strong, and confident, you’ve probably considered a few different options. Boxing gyms are everywhere. MMA has exploded in popularity thanks to the UFC. And of course, the regular gym is always an option if you want to lift weights and build muscle.

All of these can be good in their own way. But if you’re not just chasing short-term gains, if you’re looking for something deeper - a lifestyle, an identity, and a path of growth - then Arakan Martial Art leaves them all behind.

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Travel, Adventure, and the Martial Arts Lifestyle

Your 20s are the perfect time for adventure. You’ve got energy, freedom, and a hunger to explore the world. Whether it’s backpacking through Asia, road-tripping with mates, taking off on overseas holidays, or simply saying yes to new experiences, this is the time to create stories you’ll remember for the rest of your life.

But here’s something most people don’t realize: martial arts aren’t just something you train at home in a dojo or gym. When you embrace it as a lifestyle, it goes wherever you go. It becomes part of your identity - a constant companion that makes every trip, every challenge, and every adventure more exciting and meaningful.