National karate showdown coming to Polokwane
Karatekas will compete in kumite and kata across four age categories at the Seshego event, which organisers say is about more than medals.
POLOKWANE – The Kyokushin-Kan SA national tournament will take place at the Ngoako Ramahlodi Sports Complex on August 15, bringing together some of the country’s top karatekas for a day of competition.
Four categories, two disciplines
Fighters will compete across two main disciplines, kumite and kata, with categories for both males and females.
To ensure fair competition, participants have been divided into four age groups: seniors, juniors, young lions/lionesses and cubs.
More than just medals
Organisers say the event is about more than medals. It is an opportunity to showcase skill, sportsmanship and the values that karate instils both on and off the mat.
“We continue to encourage children and adults to join karate for discipline, fitness and self-defence.
“Karate builds more than physical strength, it promotes positive living, health and personal discipline for all ages,” said Sensei Peter Malatji.
Entries and spectator details
For more information on entries and spectator details, contact 0810397842 (Sensei Peter) or 0814363356 (Sensei Tom).
