About The Karate Academy

The Karate Academy is a karate school located in Pretoria, South Africa.  There are 6 training venues for the convenience of students.  

The bright, clean and family-friendly centres are located in Waterkloof, Moreleta Park, Wonderboom, Hatfield and Centurion.

Vision

Equipping students with the physical and character skills they need to achieve life and business success in a modern world through the teaching of traditional shotokan karate as a way of life.

Mission

To facilitate success and be the change we want to see in our children and ourselves to make our community, country and world a better place.

Training

Shotokan Karate training is divided into the ''3 K's'':

Kihon (basic drills of stances, blocks, punches,strikes and kicks)

Kata (pre-arranged forms simulating combat situations)

Kumite (sparring)

Competitions

Although not the main focus, students also have the opportunity to compete in competitions. This builds confidence, character and instills hard work.  The Academy has produced state, national and international champions.

JSKA 

The Karate Academy is affiliated with the Japan Shotokan Karate Association South Africa (JKSA).  Student of The Karate Academy can train at any of the affiliated JKSA dojo's.  In fact, Soon Pretorius is the JKSA South Africa /Africa Chief Instructor.  Read more about JSKA by visiting the JSKA website here.        

The Karate Academy is a Karate school in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.  To find out more visit our website or Facebook page.