Karate is making its debut at Tokyo 2020! We've listed your best options for viewing the action in each country.

Where to watch Karate at the Tokyo Olympics

Nippon Budokan 2020 Olympics For the first time ever in Olympic history, Karate has been included at Tokyo 2020. The events will be held in Nippon Budokan, an indoor venue located in Tokyo’s Kitanomaru Park which hosted judo events at the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games.

Karate will run from the 5th to the 8th of August, with 80 karateka competing in both Kata and Kumite events, and a total of eight gold medals up for grabs.

We’ve listed your best options for watching the action at Tokyo 2020 in each country below.

Australia

Channel Seven is the best choice for Olympic viewing in Australia. With extensive coverage over 45 dedicated channels, all live and free to watch or stream via 7plus.

Live coverage begins from 5.30am AEST on weekdays and 6am AEST on weekends. Free to air channels 7, 7mate and 7two will have you covered for all the big events. The free live streaming service 7plus is the destination to watch even more of the action.

Head to the 7plus website or download the free app on your Smart TV, mobile or tablet, then register for an account to get started.

Head over to the Channel 7 website to view the schedule or watch live if you’re in Australia.

New Zealand

For free to air Tokyo 2020 viewing in New Zealand, TVNZ is the best place to watch.

Live coverage begins from 12.30pm NZST on weekdays, 12pm on Saturday and 10am on Sunday.

Whilst the free to air offerings aren’t as comprehensive as pay TV channel, Sky TV, with New Zealand’s own Andrea Anacan representing the country in Kata, you’re guaranteed to see at least some live and free Karate coverage at Tokyo 2020 on TVNZ.

Head over to the TVNZ website to view the schedule or to watch live if you’re in New Zealand.

United Kingdom

Free-to-air broadcaster BBC is broadcasting live via BBC One from midnight to around 9pm every day, and The Games are also available to watch on BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.

Unfortunately, due to licensing arrangements, the BBC is not able to show live streams of every sport, including Karate. If you’re looking for the Karate events or other Olympic content that isn’t available via the BBC offerings, you’ll need to head over to paid services discovery+ or Eurosport.

You may also have luck searching streaming services such as Twitch while the events are happening.

Head over to the BBC website for the Olympic viewing schedule.

Tokyo 2020 Schedules

Time Zones

AEST is 1 hour ahead of Tokyo
NZST is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo
BST is 8 hours behind Tokyo

Click here to view time zone comparisons to help you figure out local scheduling times.

Why GKR Karate?

GKR creates the right environment for our members to train in. Although we promote self defence and fitness, our style also fosters positive values, confidence, discipline, focus and well being. GKR teaches you not only how to punch and kick, it teaches you to be a better person.

We encourage students of all ages, from all walks of life to join our club and be part of the supportive ‘family’ that is GKR Karate.

Self Defence

Synonymous with martial arts, self defence and inner self confidence are one of the key takeaways from regular training. From the age of 5 GKR teaches basic self defence and extraction moves, continuing right through to our senior grades.
Weight Loss

Karate is a great way to lose or maintain a healthy weight, with most classes consisting of aerobic, stretching and toning activities. For those who may not have exercised in some time, GKR provides a supportive environment where students can train at their own pace and physical ability. Our classes are a mixture of men, women and children of all ages.
Focus

Many parents are keen to see their children develop greater focus and discipline through their martial arts training, and GKR’s classes provide the perfect environment. Instructors teach in a respectful and supportive atmosphere through karate inspired games, activities and drills.

Family

GKR promotes a family environment, encouraging kids, parents and relatives to all train in the same class. Staying a few karate grades behind your children, will encourage them to continue a regular training program.
Respect

As a traditional Japanese martial arts, karate promotes respect to our instructors, our club, each other and most importantly ourselves. This is a key part of your learnings as a student of GKR karate.
Friendships

Although karate is considered a solo sport, it is still the foundation for many life long friendships. Classes include games and partner work where children and adults alike take the opportunity to learn about and bond with their fellow class mates.

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