Welcome to Nihon Shotokan Karate-do Federation South Africa
Welcome to NSKF, where we uphold a tradition of discipline, mastery, and excellence in martial arts.
Explore NSKF South Africa
Join us on a path of self-discovery and personal growth as we embrace the core maxims of karate: Character, Sincerity, Effort, Etiquette, and Self Control. Benefit from our expert instructors, regular training sessions, and supportive community.
Learn more about our history, our instructors, training programs, and upcoming events. Begin your karate experience with the Nihon Shotokan Karate-do Federation, where excellence is our standard.
Our Senior Board
7th Dan (Japanese Graded)
6th Dan (Japanese Graded)
NSKF South Africa Calendar 2025
12 April - Ellisras Seminar
Venue: Ellisras
6 September - Bosveld Tournament
Venue: Ellisras
6 - 12 October - NSKF Richards Bay Tour
Venue: Richards Bay
NSKF South Africa Calendar 2024
2 March - IJKA Nationals
Venue: Copper Leaf College
22 - 24 March - WUKF Nationals
Venue: Boardwalk Hotel, PE
13 April - Pieter Viljoen Tournament
Venue: Centurion
19 - 21 April - NSKF SA Gashuku
Venue: The Mighty Apies
1 June - Shotokan SA Tournament
Venue: TBA
15 June - Best Karate Tournament
Venue: Korfbal Park, Gezina, Pretoria
23 - 24 August- NSKF SA Grading & Nationals
Venue: Korfbal Park, Gezina, Pretoria
7 September - NSKF Ellisras Tournament
Venue: TBA
23 - 29 September - Buffalo City Tour
Venue: Gonubie, Eastern Cape
12 October - Shotokan SA Tournament
Venue: TBA