Our People
Poneke Kyokushin Karate Dojo Inc. is a society incorporated under the Incorporated Societies Act. Details are publicly available on www.societies.govt.nz.
The club is managed by a committee of volunteers including the Dojo Head and three elected member representatives. This core group have the freedom to appoint additional committee members as required to ensure the committee has the skills and experience needed to keep the club humming.
On 1 Feb 2016 five people were elected to represent the membership and Chris Holmes was appointed.
The committee is supported by a whole network of volunteers who each play an important role in the ongoing operations of the club. The committee are always very happy to hear from any member or parent who is keen to volunteer a little time or expertise. Many hands make light work!
The Committee
Dojo Head
Chris Gower is the founder of the club and remains in the position of Dojo Head. Chris has also been appointed by the International Kyokushinkaikan Organisation in Tokyo as a branch chief. He is one of two IKO branch chiefs in NZ who are trusted to maintain the international standard in this country.
Member Representatives
Angela Foster – secretary@thedojo.org.nz
Rob Struthers
Sharon McGavin
Halley Sims
Appointed Committee Members
Chris Holmes – chair@thedojo.org.nz
Other Contacts
Membership and accounts – accounts@thedojo.org.nz
Uniforms or other purchases – shop@thedojo.org.nz
Instructors
Shihan Chris Gower – IKO Branch Chief
Sensei Paul Michalik
Sempai Conway Te Rito
Sempai Haines Eng
Sempai Phillip Apperley
Sempai Rob Struthers
Sempai Darcy Boardman
Sempai Thelvin Cabezas
Sempai Angela Foster