About HAITO KARATE

Our Community
& Mission

Dedicated to serving our members with integrity.

The Haito Journey

A Roadmap of Resilience

Philosophy

More Than
A Dojo

Today, HAITO Karate is more than a training facility; it's a family.

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Our teaching philosophy is that Kyokushin is a journey towards discovering inner strength. We blend combat practicality with spiritual philosophy. Every belt and stripe signifies a personal chapter of perseverance.

Sensei Gabija

Club Governance

Transparency & Leadership

To ensure transparent and democratic operations, HAITO Karate is governed by its committee. This structure ensures that the club remains focused on its community mission and the needs of its members.

Sensei Gabija Kalinauskaite
Founder & Lead Instructor

Gabija Kalinauskaite

(Sensei Gabi)

Responsible for the club's vision, training curriculum, and technical standards.

Enhanced DBS Checked & First Aid Trained

Safeguarding & Standards

BMABA Club Colours — School of Excellence

Club Colours Award

School of Excellence

HAITO Karate holds the BMABA Club Colours Award — the highest level of club recognition from the British Martial Arts & Boxing Association. This represents full compliance with safeguarding, governance, and professional standards.

  • National recognition as a School of Excellence
  • Real-time public verification via BMABA registry
  • ISO 9001:2015 UKAS certified governance standards
  • All instructors DBS-checked & fully verified

SCiMA Certified

Safeguarding Code

Through Club Colours, HAITO Karate automatically qualifies for the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts (SCiMA) — a Sport England-backed project ensuring the highest safeguarding standards in the sector.

  • Listed on the SCiMA National Club Finder
  • Sport England safeguarding standards met
  • Parliamentary recognition from DCMS Minister
  • Continuous compliance monitoring & verification
Gabija Kalinauskaite - Designated Safeguarding Lead

Gabija Kalinauskaite

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Safeguarding Information

We are a registered member of BMABA CIC, who act as our Safeguarding Governing Body. BMABA can be contacted independently for any safeguarding concerns.

Our Certificates
HAITO Karate Certificate
HAITO Karate Safeguarding Certificate

"HAITO Karate isn’t solely about kicks and punches..."

"...it’s about the individuals who wield them with purpose and the community that flourishes with each class. It’s a tale of resilience, community, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence."

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