I began training with Lyndal when I was just 10 years old and continued all the way through to achieving my black belt as an adult. Over that entire journey, Lyndal was an outstanding instructor, mentor and role model. She has an incredible ability to connect with kids, balancing discipline with encouragement, and always making students feel supported and capable. As a parent, you can trust that your child will be taught far more than just karate. Lyndal instils confidence, respect, resilience, and self-belief, all in a safe and positive environment. So much of my personal growth can be attributed to her guidance, consistency, and genuine care for her students.

My children trained with Lyndal for over four years and I credit her with instilling in them confidence, dedication, humility and resilience. Not only were we receiving the highest quality martial arts tuition in Australia, Lyndal also created and nurtured a strong and supportive community environment. She stands above all else and I would not have my children learn from any other martial arts instructors.

I’ve trained under Shihan Lyndal since I was a kid all the way through to black belt, and I can’t recommend her enough! She’s an incredible martial artist, is highly technical with traditional karate elements, and very modern with her approach to practical self defence. she also knows how to tailor her teaching to help every individual reach their goals. On a personal level, I wouldn’t be the man I am today without her. The discipline and confidence I gained in her dojo allowed me to land my first internship and eventually my full time career. If you want an instructor who actually invests in your growth and knows their stuff, she is the best there is!!

Trained alongside Lyndal for many years and had the pleasure of witnessing her grow into an amazing person, martial artist and an outstanding instructor. If you are looking for a place to train and develop some incredible skills, then do yourself a favour and join the Kaizen Dojo in Ferntree Gully.

5 stars – Highly recommend Kaizen Dojo Knox! Lyndal is the heart and soul of this brand-new dojo, and she has truly made a profound difference in our family's life. Over the years, she has helped shape my three children into the confident, respectful, and disciplined young adults they are today. What started as simple karate lessons turned into life-changing guidance that went far beyond the mat—teaching them focus, resilience, perseverance, and the true meaning of respect and humility. Lyndal is an incredible instructor: a strong, fiercely independent woman with an infectious passion for karate and an unwavering drive to bring out the best in every student. She doesn't just teach techniques; she instills values and helps build character in a supportive, encouraging environment. Whether your child is a complete beginner or more experienced, she tailors her approach to make everyone feel welcomed, challenged, and motivated to improve. The dojo itself feels fresh, welcoming, and full of positive energy—perfect for kids and adults alike. If you're in the Knox area and looking for a martial arts school that genuinely cares about personal growth (not just kicking and punching), Kaizen Dojo Knox is the place. Thank you, Lyndal, for everything you've done for my family—we're so grateful and excited to see this new chapter thrive! Highly recommend to any parent seeking quality karate training combined with real-life lessons.

I had the privilege of training under Lyndal from the age of five years old and cannot speak highly enough about the incredible martial arts instructor and person that she is. Lyndal is not only an exceptional teacher but is also genuinely invested in developing her students in aspects beyond martial arts, instilling important values of respect, self-discipline, and determination. Twenty years later, I can confidently say Lyndal played a monumental role in my personal growth and I wouldn’t be the person I am today without her mentorship. Highly recommend Lyndal for both adults and children alike!

Lyndal is fantastic. Insightful, experienced and more than willing to push you when you don’t realise you need it. I’ve been attending her bootcamp sessions for years and it’s the best workout class I’ve ever found. Hardest classes ever, best trainer ever. Highly, highly recommend.

Having trained in various dojos, I can safely say that Shihan Lyndal’s approach to karate is the best I’ve seen. She cares deeply about martial arts and its values - self-defence, discipline, personal growth - but just as importantly, she genuinely cares about the people she teaches. More than just an instructor, Lyndal is an incredible person who leads with integrity and heart. I couldn’t recommend her dojo more highly.

Shihan Lyndal is a phenomenal instructor and person. I was lucky enough to train at her dojo for many years and cannot recommend her enough.

Lyndal hand in hand took my two girls into the world of martial arts. It really shaped them , physically and mentally. Until now they are still keen in doing Karate. I am really appreciated for this decision since they were 4/5 years old.

Kaizen Dojo Knox will be an incredible experience for your kids, with Lyndal at the heart of it. She has taught all three of my kids martial arts and has an amazing ability to push, support, and develop each child in their own unique way. Lyndal invests an enormous amount of energy into every student, and it shows, she consistently brings out the best in everyone. Beyond the training, she is building something special: a positive, supportive club and community where kids feel encouraged, challenged, and proud of their progress. I'm so grateful for the impact she’s had on my kids and couldn’t recommend Kaizen Dojo Knox more highly.