Kids Martial Arts In Redbank Plains
Kids Karate
Kids Karate is a fun martial arts program designed to help children build confidence, coordination, and discipline. Classes focus on age-appropriate techniques, basic self-defence and anti-bullying tactics while encouraging respect and focus.
Head Instructor - Samuel Pitts
Lead Instructor - Megan Pitts
Instructor - Hayley Howard-Regleing
Assistant Instructor- Jayden Regeling
Kids Jiu Jitsu
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches children how to use balance, positioning, and technique to solve physical problems safely. Classes focus on grappling, control, and staying calm under pressure, helping children build confidence and resilience in a fun and supportive setting.
Head Instructor - Samuel Pitts
Lead Instructor - Damian Pitts
Your Instructors
Years of experience and dedication to the art
Samuel Pitts
Samuel Pitts is one of the founding members and head instructor of Rising Sun Martial Arts. With over 20 years of martial arts training to his name, Sam is experienced in all of the club’s disciplines, Sam brings a strongly conceptual approach to coaching, focusing on understanding why techniques are used and when they should be applied. He believes martial arts should build confidence through competence; as skill increases, resilience grows, and vice versa. Sam’s goal is for students to leave the club more adaptable; if they can learn to defend a punch or escape a choke hold, they should also develop the problem-solving skills needed to meet challenges beyond the dojo.
Head Coach
Megan Pitts
Megan Pitts is one of the founding instructors of Rising Sun Martial Arts. With over 15 years of martial arts training, Megan specialises in Zen Do Kai Karate and has reached the Master level of 4th Degree Black Belt. She brings an extremely practical mindset to her classes, focusing on techniques that can be applied beyond the dojo. Megan believes martial arts should be for everyone, particularly those who may be struggling to find a sense of belonging elsewhere; as skill is built, so too are confidence and relationships. Her goal is for students to develop strong self-defence and social skills, enabling them to de-escalate most situations and confidently handle the ones they cannot avoid.
Senior Coach
Damian Pitts is one of the founding instructors of Rising Sun Martial Arts. With over 15 years of martial arts training, Damian has experience across all of the club’s styles. He brings a relaxed and collaborative approach to training, focusing on problem-solving and guiding students toward their own conclusions. Damian believes martial arts should be practical, particularly when applied to self-defence and the defence of others; as skill develops, students should be able to use multiple tools to solve the same problem. His goal is for students to never have to use the skills he teaches — because awareness, forethought, and sound judgement can prevent danger before it ever becomes a fight.
Senior CoachDamian Pitts
Hayley Howard-Regeling
Hayley Howard-Regeling is a long-standing member and instructor at Rising Sun Martial Arts. Hayley is experienced in Zen Do Kai and Muay Thai, having more than 8 years of training under her belt. She brings a supportive and structured approach to coaching, focusing on creating an inclusive environment where people feel welcomed, excited to learn, and supported in their growth. Hayley believes that learning strong fundamentals in karate builds strength, confidence, and practical self-defence skills. Her goal is for students to leave the club feeling happy, included, and more capable; when students feel safe, welcomed, and supported in their training environment, they are better able to learn, grow, and develop the confidence to face challenges both on and off the mats.
Coach
Jayden Regeling
Jayden Regeling is a long-standing member and coach at Rising Sun Martial Arts. He has five years of martial arts training in Zen Do Kai and Muay Thai. He brings a structured coaching style focused on building confidence, focus, and resilience. Jayden believes martial arts not only develop physical strength and technical skill, but also cultivate the mindset needed to overcome challenges in both training and everyday life. His goal is for students to leave the club feeling more confident and better prepared; if they can step onto the mat, push beyond their comfort zone, and do difficult things, they will be better equipped to handle whatever life may throw at them.
Assistant Coach