Hayashi-Ha Karate · Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

Discipline.
Confidence.
Character.

Traditional karate for children in Bandar Sri Permaisuri. We help kids grow in focus, confidence and respect, one class at a time.

Student in a strong karate stance throwing a punch
Ages 4 and upTraditional Hayashi-Ha karate for kids
Weekend classesSaturday & Sunday mornings
Free first classNo uniform or experience needed
Why Gladiator

Only hard work and passion here.

Gladiator is a close-knit dojo where students build real skill, and families build friendships along the way.

01

Authentic lineage

Our training follows the Hayashi-Ha tradition, passed down under Grandmaster Hanshi Dato' Dr. T. Ponnaiah.

02

Competition-proven

Our athletes compete at state and national championships, including SUKMA and MAKAF events.

03

Character first

Respect, focus and self-control come before belts. These lessons carry over to school and home.

04

Family community

We know every student by name, and families take part in tournaments, outings and celebrations together.

Grandmaster of the Hayashi-Ha lineage
Grandmaster Hanshi Dato' Dr. T. Ponnaiah
Our lineage

Rooted in tradition.

Hayashi-Ha Shito-Ryu was founded by the Japanese master Teruo Hayashi. It combines strong traditional kata with practical, fast kumite (sparring).

Gladiator Martial Art Academy trains under the lineage of Grandmaster Hanshi Dato' Dr. T. Ponnaiah. Every student learns technique and etiquette as they have been taught for generations.

Karate begins and ends with respect.

Our instructors

A decade of building young Gladiators.

Your child trains with two 3rd Dan black belt instructors who know every student by name.

Sensei Visvesvar, head instructor
Founder & head instructor · 3rd Dan

Sensei Visvesvar

Sensei Visvesvar is a 3rd Dan black belt who has spent over a decade teaching karate to children. He founded Gladiator to give families in Cheras a dojo that is both demanding and caring.

He has guided young students from their very first bow to the national stage. For him, good technique matters, but building confident, respectful kids matters more.

Sensei Shan performing a high kick
Instructor · 3rd Dan

Sensei Shan

Sensei Shan is a 3rd Dan black belt who brings energy, precision and patience to every class. Her kicks are sharp and her coaching is warm, and young students love training with her.

She gives every child close attention, especially beginners finding their feet. She makes sure they feel welcome, encouraged and proud of their progress.

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Programs

Built for children.

Every child follows the same traditional syllabus, taught at the right pace for their age. Children can start from age 4.

From age 4

Little Gladiators

Fun, structured classes that build coordination, focus and confidence, and help kids listen and follow through.

  • Basic stances, blocks and strikes
  • Discipline and dojo etiquette
  • Belt grading milestones
Older kids & teens

Junior Gladiators

Deeper kata and kumite training for older children. Students learn to set goals, lead by example and push their limits.

  • Kata and kumite development
  • Belt grading progression
  • Leadership and mental strength
By invitation

Competition Squad

For committed students who are ready to represent Gladiator at state and national championships.

  • Extra Thursday night training
  • Tournament preparation
  • WKF competition rules
  • Mindset and match strategy
Class schedule

Train with us.

Weekend classes for all students at our dojo in Dataran Dwitasik, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, plus a Thursday session for our Competition Squad.

Saturday & Sunday
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Regular classes for all students

Thursday
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Competition Squad only, by invitation

Fees

Simple, honest pricing.

No hidden costs. Try your first class free, then join when your child is ready.

Monthly training
RM100/ month

Covers both weekend classes, every Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Start with a free class
Annual registrationPaid once a year
RM50
Karate uniform (gi)One-off purchase when your child joins
Ask us
Belt gradingPaid each time your child takes a grading
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First trial classNo uniform or experience needed
Free
Inside the dojo

Our Gladiators.

Dojo Journal · New every week

Notes from the tatami.

Technique tips, training insights and student stories from Gladiator Martial Art Academy.

Free trial class

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