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Taikyoku Shodan for (Kumite) Specialist! With Keigo Shimizu
For advanced Karateka, Taikyoku Shodan seems rather boring. The Kata only consist of Gedan Barai and Oi-Zuki. Many Dojos do not practice it. And many Karateka do not know it.…
Welcome to JKA WF Malta
JKA WF Malta is a Representative Member Organisation of JKA WF with the JKA Headquarters in Tokyo dedicated to teaching the principles of traditional Shotokan Karate to individuals of all ages, genders, and physical abilities, promoting lifelong practice as a Way of Life.
Upcoming Events
August 2025 Gasshuku with JKA HQ Instructor Hirose Hikaru Sensei
It is with great pleasure that we announce that JKA HQ Instructor Hirose Hikaru Sensei, the 2024 All Japan and JKA World Kumite Champion, will be coming to Malta for the first time in August!
All JKA and non JKA members are welcome to join us on the 30th and 31st of August at De La Salle College.
Recent Events
2nd All Malta JKA National Championships, January 2025
On Sunday, 26th January, the 2nd All Malta JKA National Championships took place at De La Salle College, bringing together participants from JKA clubs across Malta. This prestigious event featured both junior and senior categories for Kata and Shobu Ippon Kumite.
Keiko Osame 2024
On December 19th, the Keiko Osame of JKA WF Malta was held, marking the last training session of the year. Participants from all JKA WF Malta Dojos—JKA Honbu, JKA Kenshinkan, JKA Rendokan, JKA Nakama, JKA Yuushinkan, and JKA Seishukan—gathered to give their best efforts in a Kata Challenge, focusing on Taikyoku Shodan.
Izumiya Seizo Sensei – Gasshuku Nov 2024
The JKA WF Malta Winter Gasshuku, held from 30th November to 1st December, was a remarkable success.
Led by Izumiya Sensei, an 8th Dan JKA HQ Instructor, the event saw the participation of over 100 attendees from JKA Clubs in Malta, as well as visitors from JKA Germany and JKA Portugal.
Featured Articles
Translating the Dojo-Kun: the meaning behind the Japanese characters
一、人格 完成に 努める こと hitotsu, jinkaku kansei ni tsutomeru koto Exert yourself in the perfection of character 一、誠の道を守ること hitotsu, makoto no michi wo mamoru koto Be faithful and sincere 一、努力の精神を養うこと…
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