Kihon
Teaches how to move and ensures that our technique is flawless.
About Japan Karate Association Mauritius
Sensei Funakoshi is the father of Modern Karate. As a retired schoolteacher he has foundered the Shotokan Karate style and the Japan Karate Association (JKA) by putting much emphasis on the pedagogy. He was born on Nov 10, 1868 in Okinawa and was of Samurai lineage.
Gichin Funakoshi and Nakayama Sensei established officially the JKA organization in 1948 with the main objective to train true Karate Masters who will in turn teach Karate as a “Way of Life”. The JKA is the original, oldest and largest Shotokan Karate organization in the world
The JKA is the only legal entity officially approved by the Japanese Government as an association of members of public interest for the promotion of Karate.
Today, the JKA World Federation (JKA/WF) is the largest and most prestigious Shotokan Karate organization in the world (present in more than 122 countries) and is presently headed by Shuseki Shihan Masaaki Ueki Sensei 9th Dan.
The JKA Mauritius is registered (no 15316) under the provision of the Association Act) and is officially a branch of JKA/WF (Ref: MUS-1). We encompass more than 20 Training Centers and 35 instructors covering all regions of Mauritius whilst following strictly the syllabus, program, rules and regulations of JKA in Tokyo.
Our Instructors
Our mission is to teach and promote the traditional Bushido (Code of Samurai) Shotokan Karate with the help of accredited and renowned international experts graduated from the JKA/WF in Tokyo.
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Shihan Koichiro Okuma 6th Dan - Chief Instructor
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Dr. Didier Samfat3rd Dan - Chairman JKA Mauritius
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JKA MauritiusExecutive Committee
Our Teaching Philosophy
The primary objective of our Karate Teaching is to develop the mind and spirit of all students from beginners to black belts of all ages whilst putting the emphasis on the JKA core values, which is our Dojo Kun:
01
Seek perfection
of character
of character
02
Be
sincere
sincere
03
Put maximum effort into
everything you do
everything you do
04
Respect
others
others
05
Develop
self-control
self-control
The experts in Japan have scientifically analyzed and isolated each individual movement, position and kinetic to develop an unrivalled spectrum of basic techniques.
In so doing, the JKA/WF in Tokyo has defined the perfect Syllabus and Program for both color and black belts of all ages to allow the body and the mind to act effortlessly and naturally thanks to constant and regular repetition of training.
As such all Instructors of JKA Mauritius, in every training session, follow the JKA Syllabus whilst having constantly the Dojo Kun in mind.
Karate for Kids
Our Karate teaching for kids is not only fun but also articulated around 3 dimensions:
Mental Development
Chiiku
To build concentration, focus, clear thinking and decisiveness.
Moral Development
Tokuiku
To improve patience, discipline, perseverance, confidence, self-control, calmness and peace mind.
Physical Development
Taiiku
To strengthen the body, heart, muscle and bones to increase resistance to sickness and injury.
In other words, our methodology is geared to help our kids at school and adults at work for developing their concentration, stamina and resiliency during pressure or intense brain or physical activities.
Regular training will provide excellent health condition to Karate practitioners in their day-to-day life.
Regular training will provide excellent health condition to Karate practitioners in their day-to-day life.
Our Pedagogy
The Karate Experts of the JKA in Tokyo are continuously improving the teachings and pedagogy by focusing heavily on the inseparable JKA trinity i.e. Kihon (basic techniques), Kata (form) and Kumite (sparring) to develop a rich range of powerful and dynamic techniques.
Kumite
Teaches how to concentrate, and apply techniques for maximum power.
Kata
Teaches both at once and opens the way to unify mind and body, which is the soul of Karate.
These techniques applied to self-defense are extremely effective and powerful.
Today, JKA Mauritius has training centers and Dojos spread over the following districts of Mauritius Island.
Instructor: Vince Van der Verter
JKA Grand Baie Dojo, Royal Road, Pointe aux Cannonier
+230 5 822-0129 /
vvanderventer@gmail.com
Instructor: Sunil Drepaul
Eagle Martial Art, Lady Sushil SSS, Trilolet
+230 5 253-0209 / drepaulsunil@yahoo.com
Instructor: Dr Didier Samfat
Moka Rangers/Synergie, Allées d’Helvétia
+230 5 253-8989 /
Instructor: Jo Venkamah
Shobukan, Rivière baptiste, St Pierre
+230 5 793-6288 /
venkamah.proleisure@gmail.com
Instructor: Barlen Marday
Zenchin Karate Club, Flacq
+230 5 784-7168 /
Instructor: Mamade Gunoo
Caroline Shotokan Club, MCB Road, Bel Air
+230 5 766-8744 /
Gunooyaz@gmail.com
Instructor: Abide Mandary
Kobukan Dojo, Body Shaper Gym, Boundary Rd
+230 5 762-3014 /
abidehossen@gmail.com
Instructor: Yan Samy
Shotokan Tigers, SSS Regis Chaperon, Rose Hill
+230 5 761-0084 /
Instructor: Charles Burzoo
Curepipe Shotokan, Juerningan St, Curepipe
+230 5 937-1638 /
sbmoodeley@gmail.com
Instructor: Mahadeo Woozir
L’Escalier Omni Club, Shivala lane, l’Escalier
+230 5 769-5912 /
woorizmahadeo@yahoo.com
Instructor: Kiran Foolchand
Red Tiger Karate Club, Camp Carol, Plaine Magnien
+230 5 767-8350 /
foolchandkiran7@gmail.com
Instructor: Nicolas Boudeuse
Warrior Karate Club, Arya samaj Bldg, l’Escalier
+230 5 751-9364 /
nicolasjean12@yahoo.com
Instructor: Jean-Francois Boodhoo
La Flora Black Tiger, La Flora
+230 5 880-1991 /
senseiboodhooblactigers@gmail.com
JKA Black Tiger, Bois Chéri
+230 5 880-1991 /
senseiboodhooblactigers@gmail.com
Instructor: Sanjeev Maudhoo
San Karate Club, Royal Road, Grand Bois
+230 5 761-8588
Contact
We provide free JKA training at our Head Quarters.
Saturdays from 7:00 to 8:30 am
Please join our facebook page to be informed of our regular seminars, competitions or to simply chat on-line with us for any enquiry about becoming a member or to register your Dojo with JKA Mauritius.