Our Community
& Mission
Dedicated to serving our members with integrity.
Our Mission
Community First
Founded in May 2025 by Sensei Gabija Kalinauskaite, our Community Club is dedicated to bringing people together through the power of martial arts, fitness, and self-defence.
We provide everyone with the opportunity to not only learn valuable skills but also to connect with neighbors and build friendships in a positive environment.
To ensure accessibility, our activities are offered at a very low cost, including our Supported Membership for those on low income.
Non-Profit Status
Dedicated to You
HAITO Karate operates solely to serve our members. We are committed to transparency, integrity, and reinvesting everything back into the club to improve facilities & equipment.
The Haito Journey
A Roadmap of Resilience
The Foundations
Sept 2022The story began with Sensei Gabi driven by a passion to empower the local community. Initially a mixed martial arts club, we ran sessions from foundational locations in Bretton and Hampton.
Specialization
TransitionWe focused exclusively on Kyokushin Karate—famous for its discipline and tough physical training. This cemented our commitment to teaching a martial art that builds deep mental and physical resilience.
Identity Today
CurrentTwo major achievements define us today:
- The Dedicated Dojo in Woodston, our centralized hub.
- Operating as a Non-Profit Organization, ensuring governance by the community.
More Than
A
Dojo
Today, HAITO Karate is more than a training facility; it's a family.
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.
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.
Gabija Kalinauskaite
(Sensei Gabi)
Responsible for the club's vision, training curriculum, and technical standards.
Bartosz Dubiel
Club SecretaryManages club administration, communications, and compliance.
Ilze Pulina
Club TreasurerOversees financial management, reinvestment, and funding.
"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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