Welcome To Red Croc Martial Arts
Welcome to Red Croc Martial Arts — a martial arts school where students of all ages are empowered to grow stronger, more resilient and more confident every day. Or just for fitness At Red Croc, we live by two guiding principles:
“SUCCESS THROUGH FAILURE” – We believe every challenge, mistake, and setback is an opportunity to learn and improve. Progress isn’t about never failing; it’s about learning from each step and coming back stronger.
“DON’T LET FEAR STOP YOU” – Martial arts teaches courage. Whether stepping onto the mat for the first time or pushing yourself to the next belt, fear is natural — but it’s never a reason to hold back.
A Message From The Founder
Martial arts have been a part of my life for over three decades. Through that time, I have learned that the real value of martial arts goes far beyond physical techniques.
Martial arts teach discipline, resilience and the ability to face adversity with courage. These lessons shape who we become as people.
Red Croc Martial Arts was created to pass these lessons to the next generation and build a community that values discipline, resilience and leadership.
Failure is not the opposite of success — it is part of the journey.
A History of Red Croc Martial Arts
Red Croc Martial Arts (RCMA) was founded in 2020 on the belief that martial arts training should develop more than just physical skill. It should build strong character, resilience and leadership.
The Red Croc symbol represents strength, patience, resilience and adaptability. Like the crocodile, martial artists must remain calm, disciplined and prepared when challenges arise.
Our philosophy is simple:
Success Through Failure.
Available Classes
Red Croc Martial Arts (RCMA) has various class and session types available, catering to all age groups and experience levels. To find out more, you can check out the Locations, Program Timetable and the Session Types Pages to get all the info you need, if you’ve got more questions or unsure about something, feel free to get in contact via the form on the contact page.
Mission Statement
Red Croc Martial Arts exists to develop strong, resilient people through martial arts training, discipline and community.
We aim to build confident individuals who possess the courage to face challenges, the discipline to continually improve and the character to lead by example.
Vision Statement
To build a respected martial arts community that develops strong martial artists, confident leaders and resilient individuals.
RCMA Core Values
Discipline
Respect
Integrity
Courage
Resilience
What You Can Expect When Training At RCMA
Each belt level develops 5 core areas:
1. Fundamentals – stance, balance, movement
2. Striking & Kicking – mechanics and accuracy
3. Self-Protection – realistic situations
4. Patterns – structure & memory
5. Character & Leadership – RCMA values
Students are assessed on effort, attitude, technique, safety, and consistency. Grading is not a given — it is earned through training and perseverance. Train well and you will succeed.
Student Testimonials
“I’ve been a student of Chief Instructor Lachlan for almost 16 years. You and your kids will learn from the best at RCMA – there’s no doubt about that. Through dedication, resilience, and perseverance, students build confidence and important life skills, especially for kids and teens.” – Lochlan Kennedy, Black Belt.