JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION
PHILIPPINES – QATAR CHAPTER
The official Qatar chapter of JKA Philippines. We train Shotokan karate exactly as codified by the Japan Karate Association — kihon, kata, and kumite, under Sensei Rolando "Omar" Corpuz Ladjahasan.
Every rank awarded at this dojo runs through a clear line of accountability — from the Qatar chapter floor, through JKA Philippines, back to JKA Headquarters.
Everything a student — or a curious visitor — needs to understand JKA Shotokan: where it came from, how the Japanese terms work, and the philosophy underneath the technique.
Every class opens and closes in Japanese. Counting to ten — used for repetitions in kihon and kata — is the first thing every new student learns.
The Dojo Kun are five precepts recited at the close of every JKA class, attributed to Gichin Funakoshi. They frame karate as a discipline of character before a system of combat.
Karate ni sente nashi — "There is no first attack in karate." One of Funakoshi's twenty guiding precepts (Niju Kun), and the philosophical center of JKA training: karate exists for defense and self-mastery, never for provocation.
Rank in JKA Shotokan runs two tracks: kyu grades (colored belts, for students working toward black belt) and dan grades (black belt degrees, for certified practitioners). Belt colors below are the grading system followed at JKA Philippines Qatar Chapter.
All classes follow the JKA-standard progression — no shortcuts, no separate "watered-down" curriculum for kids or beginners.
Structured, energetic classes that build focus, coordination, and respect through JKA kihon fundamentals — adapted in pace, never in standard.
Full JKA Shotokan curriculum — kihon, kata, and kumite — for beginners through advanced practitioners preparing for dan grading.
Deep-dive sessions on the JKA kata syllabus — form, timing, and the applied combat meaning (bunkai) behind each movement.
A look at training on the floor — updated as new sessions are photographed.
2027 3rd JKA PH Qatar International Gashhuku & Dan/Kyu Examination.
One weekly session for all age and belt groups. Different groups are led by assistant instructors (Sensei) alongside Sensei Omar within the same class.
Program details and fees are shared directly with new students — message us on Facebook or call/WhatsApp to get started.