Local karateka end 2021 in high spirits after celebrating its year-end with a grading on December 4. Karateka from Northern KwaZulu-Natal participated in this event.
According to Sensei Johan Swart of the NKZN JKA, this region ended the year on a high note despite a slow start.
“The day started with a black belt class, followed by a colour belt training session. This consisted of each level’s grading syllabus, combined with what was emphasised in all JKA exercises involving hip movement, speed, agility and power, with some fun thrown into the mix,” explained Sensei Swart.
He admitted that while the Covid-19 pandemic had ‘wreaked havoc all over the world’, it had failed to dampen the spirits or diminish numbers within the NKZN JKA.
“Strict lockdown regulations imposed by the government meant that people had to stay at home. We at NKZN JKA kept training by means of Zoom classes. This allowed karateka to participate in sessions from the comfort of their own homes.”
At the grading, karateka performed exceptionally well. More than 150 people participated from the affiliated dojos of Hluhluwe, Piet Retief, Paulpietersburg, Ladysmith, Dundee, Newcastle, Volksrust and Vryheid.
“The management of NKZN JKA thanks all the Sensei and karateka for their dedication and hard work throughout the year. We wish their families and loved ones a safe and happy festive season!”
For more information regarding JKA karate, contact Sensei Johan Swart on 083 658 7157.
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