Hennie Bosman's School of Karate

14/09/2026

KYOKUSHIN BUDOKAN KATA TOURNAMENT 2026

What a fantastic day of Kata competition! The tournament was very well attended, with competitors from different ages and grades showing an impressive standard of technique, focus and spirit.

It was clear that the students had prepared extremely well, and the quality of the Kata on display was a reflection of the hard work, dedication and commitment of both the students and their instructors.

A huge OSU! to every competitor who stepped onto the mat. Your courage, discipline and effort made the day a great success.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this such a successful and memorable Kyokushin Budokan Kata Tournament.

The standard was high, the students were well prepared, and the future of Kyokushin Budokan looks very strong.

OSU!
Hanshi Hennie Bosman

08/09/2026

4 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is on! Get ready for an exciting day of Kata, competition and Kyokushin spirit!

📅 12 September 2026
📍 Voortrekker Hall, Kenridge Primary School

Novice • Intermediate • Advanced

SEE YOU THERE!

26/08/2026

🥋 A huge success! 🥋

On 15 August, we proudly hosted the Kyokushin Budokan National Tournament at Bellville High School — and with 250 competitors on the day, it was one to remember!

The hall was buzzing from start to finish as karateka of all ages brought incredible skill, courage, and fighting spirit to the floor. A massive thank you to every competitor, official, volunteer, and family who made the day such a triumph — and to Bellville High School for allowing us to use your gymnasium. 🙏

Watch the video and relive the action! 👇

Osu! 🥋

A huge thank you to Renier from Altitude Media Productions for this great footage. www.altmp.co.za

16/08/2026

🥋🇿🇦 **WHAT A DAY OF KYOKUSHIN!** 🇿🇦🥋

Yesterday’s Kyokushin Budokan SA Championships 2026 was an incredible day of full-contact karate!

We welcomed 190 junior competitors and 45 senior competitors, with karateka travelling from provinces across South Africa as well as Zimbabwe. The competition was tough, exciting and of the highest standard, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication within our sport.

A huge thank you to every competitor, coach, official, referee, supporter and parent who helped make the championship such a success.

To everyone who travelled from far, thank you for making the journey. We wish you all a safe journey home.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to the competitors who joined us from other full-contact karate organizations. Your participation and fighting spirit helped make this a truly special national championship.

One Spirit. One Community. One Kyokushin.

OSU!🔥

12/08/2026

3 DAYS TO GO! The countdown is ON!

🇿🇦 Kyokushin Budokan SA Championships 2026
📅 15 August | 📍 Bellville High School Gymnasium

The final preparations are underway. Train hard. Stay focused. Leave it all on the tatami!

ONE DAY. ONE CHAMPION. ONE KYOKUSHIN SPIRIT.

OSU!

03/08/2026

*In Memory of Kaicho Hatsuo Royama*

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kaicho Hatsuo Royama, who left us in the early hours of this morning.

Kaicho Royama’s life was karate. As one of Mas Oyama’s earliest students, training at the legendary Oyama Dojo from his teenage years, he stood at the very birth of Kyokushin Karate and remained one of the few to walk that path from its beginning all the way through Sosai’s passing — and for decades beyond. He carried that lineage forward not as a custodian of the past, but as a builder of the future, founding Kyokushin-kan to keep true Budo Karate alive for generations who would never meet Sosai Oyama themselves.

I had the privilege of joining Kyokushin-kan in 2003 as one of his first branch chiefs. From that very early stage, Kaicho Royama’s influence on me — and on so many instructors around the world — was profound. His dedication was total, his zest for life infectious, and his knowledge of the martial arts seemed boundless.

His impact reached far beyond Japan. Kyokushin Karate in Africa, and across the world, bears his fingerprints — in the dojos he inspired, the instructors he shaped, and the countless karateka whose character and discipline trace back, directly or indirectly, to his teaching.

Kaicho Royama will be deeply missed by karateka everywhere. His legacy will continue in every dojo that carries forward the spirit he embodied: discipline, sincerity, and an unshakeable love for the Way.

Osu, Kaicho. Thank you for everything you gave us.

- Hennie Bosman

29/07/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE VENUE CHANGE

Kyokushin Budokan SA Championships 2026
Please note that the venue for the Kyokushin Budokan SA Championships has changed.

NEW VENUE: Bellville High School Gymnasium
📅 Saturday, 15 August 2026
⏰ Registration and start times remain unchanged.

Please share this post with your dojo members, competitors, coaches, officials, family and supporters to ensure everyone arrives at the correct venue.

We look forward to welcoming you to an exciting day of full-contact karate.

OSU!

01/07/2026

23/06/2026

Successful Kyu Grading – Kyokushin Budokan Welgemoed Dojo

Congratulations to all our students who successfully completed their kyu grading this past weekend.

Your achievement is the result of dedication, perseverance, discipline, and countless hours of training. Every new belt represents not only technical progress but also personal growth, character development, and the true spirit of Kyokushin.

We are proud of each and every student who stepped onto the dojo floor and gave their best effort. A special thank you to the instructors, senior students, and families whose support makes these achievements possible.

Remember, a new belt is not the end of the journey—it is the beginning of the next challenge.

Keep training. Keep learning. Keep pushing your limits.

Osu! 👊

18/06/2026

THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN!

South Africa's toughest karateka are preparing for battle.
On 15 August 2026, the best junior and senior fighters from across the country will step onto the tatami at the Bellville High School Gymnasium, Cape Town, to compete for national honours at the:

KYOKUSHIN BUDOKAN SA CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026

This is where months of hard training, discipline and determination are put to the test.

Full-Contact Kumite
Junior & Senior Divisions
Top Fighters from Across South Africa
A Day of Courage, Spirit and Respect

Whether you're competing, coaching, supporting a family member, or simply love martial arts, this is an event you won't want to miss.

📅 Saturday, 15 August 2026
📍 Bellville High School Gymnasium, Cape Town

Train hard. Stay focused. The road to the SA Championships starts now.



🥋🇿🇦 ARE YOU READY?