Oss everyone!

The Winelands JKA team once again made the trek up to Johannesburg for the annual SA JKA Karate Championships as members of the Western Province team. This year’s event was especially important, given that the Gichin Funakoshi Cup will also be held in Japan later this year. Even though only black belts will be traveling to Japan as members of the SA team, many Winelands JKA members still attained their SA colours.

Herewith the results:

Kira van Reenen: Gold Kata, Gold Kumite
Daniel van Reenen: Silver Kata, Bronze Kumite
Jano Louw: Bronze Kata
Tiaan Louw: Silver Kata, Gold Kumite
Charlene Britz: Bronze Kumite
Ziyaan James: Gold Kata
Zoey Jordaan: Bronze Kata
Ruben Schutte: Gold Kata, Bronze Kumite.
Leana Louw: Gold Kata, Gold Kumite
Senpai Jaco Louw: Bronze Kumite
Senpai Peet Nell: Gold Kumite
Sensei Ewald van Zyl: Silver Men’s Team kumite

A special thanks to all the parents, coaches and supporters who travelled with and supported the team. We will see you all back in Durbanville!

Domo arigato,
Sensei Heinrich