“Shotokan is more than just kicks, punches and the delivery thereof. This type of karate focuses on self defence without weapons. It has been proven time and again that karate holds several advantages for the younger generation. This includes better concentration, loyalty, builds character and discipline, which in turn results in better self control and better academic results.”
~ Sensei Henry Van Niekerk
7th Dan
Henry van Niekerk
Sensei Henry van Niekerk’s dreams to promote karate in the region were shattered after being involved in a microlight accident in 2002. He sustained several bone fractures and could not practice karate until recently.
As a qualified karate and Taebo instructor he had already trained 51 Springboks in his career and has represented South Africa in Japan, America, Holland and Germany. He was also 2nd in command of Shotokan Karate in South Africa under Shihian Ben Gouws for a period of 15 years. Sensei Henry van Niekerk has his 1st Dan in Judo and 7th Dan in Karate and is a high quality coach.
Character
Seek perfection in character!
Jin Kaku kansei ni stomuru koto
Sincerity
Follow the path of truth!
Makoto no michi o mamuru koto
Effort
Cultivate the spirit of effort!
Doryoku no Seishin o Yashnau koto
Etiquette
Respect others!
Reigi o Omonzuru koto
Self Control
Refrain from violent behaviour!
Keikki no yu o imashimuru kotoTSKSA Events 2022
Graskop Grading
24 June 2022
Our first students will be finally doing their grading for Junior Black Belt.
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Our Contact Details
Address
- NG Kerk, 67 Kerk st, Graskop, 1270
- +27 72 740 6467
- vansepot@gmail.com