Zenshin Martial Arts Academy

About

Zenshin Martial Arts Academy in Belmont is a long-established Geelong karate school led by Hanshi Mervyn Nelis, an 8th Degree Black Belt and Hall of Fame instructor with over 50 years' experience. Kids train in age-specific classes with syllabuses matched to their stage: the Tiger program for ages 6-12 and the Lion program for ages 13-15, with separate beginner classes so newcomers aren't thrown in the deep end. The blend of traditional and contemporary karate builds confidence, focus, discipline and genuine self-defence skills, and the academy also runs the schools-based LifeSafe self-defence program. A strong choice for Geelong families wanting structured, experienced instruction.