Nihon Shotokan Karate-do Federation
South Africa
An organisation that seeks to promote the discipline and art in Shotokan Karate.
What we do
NSKF (Nihon Shotokan Karate-do Federation) is an organisation that seeks to promote the discipline and art that is Shotokan Karate.
We bring together dojos from across the country with an unwavering commitment to quality, history, and development.
By joining NSKF, your dojo is offered specialised training materials, avenues for competitive events, as well as a network of instructors who share similar goals. We seek to assist karatekas of all stages reach their maximum potential but also ensures that the principles of Shotokan are followed.
Be in a federation that cares about advancement, history, and community – become a member of NSKF and help your dojo reach the next level.
Our Senior Board
Sensei Desmond van den Doel
NSKF South Africa Chief Instructor
7th Dan (Japanese Graded)
Sensei Andre Wessels
NSKF Senior Board Member
6th Dan (Japanese Graded)
Sensei Jaap van Rensburg
NSKF Senior Board Member
6th Dan (Japanese Graded)
Sensei Coert Steynberg
NSKF Senior Board Member
5th Dan (Japanese Graded)
Sensei Eddie Cordier
NSKF Senior Board Member
5th Dan (Japanese Graded)
Sensei Kobus Riekert
NSKF Senior Board Member
5th Dan (Japanese Graded)
NSKF South Africa Calendar 2025
26 February - Best Karate Jnr u/16 Up to blue 2 Grading
Venue: Les Marais & Pretoria West
27 February - Best Karate Jnr u/16 Up to blue 2 Grading
Venue: Rietfontein North & Zambezi
1 March - Ellisras Dojo
Grading
Venue: Ellisras
15 March - Day Training & Potjie Competition
Venue: TBA
3 - 6 April - WUKF
Nationals
Venue: Boardwalk Hotel, PE
7 June - Gauteng Open
Venue: Newlands, JHB
10 May - Best Karate Tournament
Venue: TBA
26 May - Best Karate Snr All Ages & Belts Grading
Venue: Les Marais & Pretoria West
27 May - Best Karate Snr All Ages & Belts Grading
Venue: Rietfontein North & Zambezi
31 May - Ellisras Dojo
Grading
Venue: Ellisras
31 May - Shotokan Karate Do Tourament
Venue: TBA
11 August - Best Karate Jnr u/16 Up to blue 2 Grading
Venue: Les Marais & Pretoria West
13 August - Best Karate Jnr u/16 Up to blue 2 Grading
Venue: Rietfontein North & Zambezi
22 August - NSKF National Black Belt Grading
Venue: TBA
23 August - NSKF National Tournament
Venue: TBA
30 August - Ellisras Dojo Grading
Venue: Elllisras
6 September - NSKF Bosveld Tournament
Venue: Ellisras
4 October - SZA Nationals
Venue: TBA
6 - 12 October - NSKF Richards Bat Tour & Tournament
Venue: Bonsai Do Dojo
29 October - Best Karate Snr All Ages & Belts Grading
Venue: Les Marais & Pretoria West
30 October - Best Karate Snr All Ages & Belts Grading
Venue: Rietfontein North & Zambezi
9 - 16 NSKF Black Belt Japan Tour
Venue: Japan
29 November - Ellisras Awards Ceremony
Venue: Ellisras
6 December - Ellisras Dojo Grading
Venue: Ellisras
TBA - Best Karate Year End Function
Venue: TBA
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