There is a door we all remember.
There’s a moment in every martial artist’s life when they first step through the dojo door. For some, it’s a bold stride. For others, it’s hesitant, unsure. But for all, it marks the beginning of something far greater than just physical training—it’s the start of a transformation.
We’re proud to share a special new chapter in the legacy of Tino Ceberano with the release of The Dojo Door, a companion prequel to the book TINO: The Father of Australian Karate. This project explores how the dojo shaped a generation of young Australians—including the author himself—through discipline, courage, and the teachings of a remarkable Sensei.
Told through the eyes of a student returning decades later—now a black belt, once a nervous kid—it revisits the origins of Goju Kai and IGK in Australia, the early days of training in North Balwyn, and the enduring teachings of a master who changed lives.
You’ll find real-life stories of growing up under Tino’s guidance, early memories of the North Balwyn dojo, and the emotional journey of returning decades later to rediscover the spirit of martial arts. It’s not just a book. It’s a heartfelt tribute to the way of Budo and the doorway that changed so many lives.
We invite you to step through The Dojo Door. – “Some doors lead to rooms. This one led to a life.”
Click The Dojo Door in the site menu, or visit the landing page directly here to get a free preview chapter and follow the journey.
