Welcome to Tenshinkan Karate South Africa
Where tradition meets excellence, and where martial arts are more than just a practice, they are a way of life
For decades, Tenshinkan Karate South Africa has been committed to promoting the timeless values of respect, discipline, focus, and integrity, while fostering a supportive community for practitioners of all ages. Rooted in the teachings of Kancho Mamoru Miwa, World Chief Instructor and 10th Dan, Tenshinkan Karate is a unique and comprehensive martial art that integrates traditional techniques with modern principles.
Our schools across South Africa aim to uphold this legacy, providing students with a safe and nurturing environment where they can grow as individuals and martial artists. Tenshinkan Karate is about more than kicks and punches; it is a journey of self-discovery and personal development. Through training, students learn to build confidence, manage emotions, and face challenges with resilience and perseverance.
*Event Reminder 2026*
Sarmaf
Sa National Championships
Good Luck Tenshinkan Karate Students!
To every karate student stepping onto the tatami at the SARMAF SA National Championships remember, you have worked hard, trained with discipline, and earned your place. Stand your ground, give your best, and carry the proud name of Tenshinkan Karate high. Your spirit, effort, and perseverance will shine through every technique. Compete with honor, courage, and respect.”
Yours truly, South African Chief Instructor & World Liaison Officer Hanshi Attie Coetzer, 9th Dan
Sarmaf
Sa National Championships
White Belts - Black Belt
- 13 Harry smith Street Sasolburg Indoor Sport Center
- 27 June 2026
- 07:00 - 08:30 Registration
- 09:00 Championships
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Tenshinkan Karate
Brakpan Dojo
Tenshinkan Karate Brakpan Dojo
We are proud to announce our new and improved dojo for authentic training. Experience better comfort, safety, and performance than ever before. Join us and take your karate journey to the next level!
Yours truly, South African Chief Instructor & World Liaison Officer Hanshi Attie Coetzer, 9th Dan
From our youngest beginners to our most advanced black belts, we strive to instill the values that define the Tenshinkan spirit. We take pride in our role as a beacon for karate in South Africa, hosting and participating in prestigious tournaments, championships, and demonstrations that showcase the skill, dedication, and sportsmanship of our karateka.
Beyond competition, our mission is to inspire future generations, empowering students to lead with humility, courage, and strength—both on and off the mat.
Whether you are new to karate or a seasoned practitioner, you are welcome to join our Tenshinkan family. Together, we honor the traditions of our art, strive for excellence, and build a future where karate continues to inspire and unite people across South Africa and beyond.
Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.
We look forward to sharing the mat with you and working together to achieve greatness.
Yours in karate -
The Tenshinkan Karate South Africa Team
Tenshinkan Karate is a unique style -
three different systems into ONE
Aikido, Ju-Jitsu (Goshin Jitsu) and Karate
At the death of Gichin Funakoshi Sensei in 1957 Mamoru Miwa was only 18 years old. He then fell under the ranks of Chidoka Sensei (Chidokan) with Takeshi Sasaki.
Takeshi Sasaki Sensei was the top Chidokan instructor at that time. Mamoru Miwa practised Chidokan with Takeshi Sasaki Sensei until 1965. Whilst with Chidokan, Mamoru Miwa won many Regional, Prefectural and National Championship titles in Kumite and Kata.
Upon obtaining his 7th Dan Mamoru Miwa decided to part ways with Takeshi Sasaki Sensei and believed that he had a moral duty to implement the original way of Funakoshi Sensei’s system of training which incorporated Tai Sabaki, Ju-Jitsu and Kobujitsu. Mamoru Miwa was also open for development and he also implemented improvements in the Art which he researched intensively and, if he found the technique or method superior in a workshop, he would implement it.
Academically, Mamoru Miwa holds a degree in Business Administration obtained at the University of Japan.
In September 1965, Mamoru Miwa established the Tenshinkan Karate Federation.
He incorporated Aikido and Jui-Jitsu techniques (Goshin Jitsu) and Kobudo (weapons) as part of the Tenshinkan Karate system, therefore forming a complete Martial Art. His Tenshinkan Karate concepts are unique since they are based on Tai Sabaki and Ashi Sabaki (avoidance).
Tenshinkan Karate is a Japanese style with headquarters in Japan.
