International Shotokan Ryu Karate Association -ISKA

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ISKA

Traditional Shotokan Karate Organisation

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By direct Lineage of Master Gichin Funakoshi

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Welcome

International Shotokan Ryu Karate Association -ISKA

“Keep Training with Honor and Respect”

A Organisation for Traditional & Modern Karate

The International Shotokan Ryu Karate Association (ISKA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the unique and powerful style of Shotokan karate around the world founded by Saiko Shihan Shiv K. Panchal, a 7th Dan black belt who trained under the legendary Grand Master Teruyuki Okazaki (10th Dan), Shihan Larry F. Loreth, 8th Dan and Shihan Ram Singh Saini, ISKA carries on the legacy of Shotokan’s founder, Master Gichin Funakoshi, and continues the teachings of Master Nakayama.

ISKA is a recognized non-profit organization in the California, USA. Its philosophy is deeply rooted in the traditional Budo spirit. Through rigorous training and self-discipline, Shotokan karate emphasizes character development alongside physical fitness.

More Than Just Self-Defence

At ISKA, we believe karate is for everyone. Our qualified instructors cater to students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Our training goes beyond physical techniques; it fosters mental well-being, self-control, and a sense of community. ISKA promotes the peaceful exchange of cultures and friendships through competitions and international collaboration.

Join the ISKA Family

We are committed to preserving the rich heritage of Shotokan karate while continuously evolving. ISKA welcomes all Shotokan schools worldwide to join our karate family and train together “with Honor & Respect,” which is not just a motto but a way of life we strive to achieve. Let’s Train Together: Building a Better You, a Better World ISKA offers a path to a healthier life, a stronger mind, and a more positive impact on society. Through the development of core values like sincerity, effort, etiquette, and self-control, ISKA empowers individuals to become better citizens of the world.

Master Gichin Funakoshi

(Founder of Moder Karate)

“The ultimate aim of Karate lies not in victory nor defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants.” – Gichin Funakoshi

ABOUT THE FOUNDER OF ISKA SHOTOKAN RYU

With a background in wrestling from his school days, Shiv K. Panchal began his martial arts journey in 1989 under Sensei Ram Singh, a respected 5th Dan black belt wholed the Traditional Shotokan Karate Federation of India. Saiko Shihan Panchal’s dedication led him to the International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF) under the renowned Grand Master Teruyuki Okazaki, a 10th Dan master for nearly two decade.

Recognizing Saiko Shihan Panchal’s talent and leadership, Grand Master Okazaki appointed him Chief Instructor of ISKF India. An invitation to the ISKF Kenshusei Instructor Training Program in Philadelphia, USA, further solidified this prestigious role under Grand Master Okazaki’s guidance, He achieved the rank of 5th Dan in ISKF.

Now a master instructor with over 35 years of experience, Saiko Shihan Panchal dedicates himself to teaching Shotokan Karate at the ISKA Headquarters. His classes cater to all ages and skill levels, from enthusiastic beginners to accomplished black belts. Saiko Shihan Panchal’s competitive spirit started young, allowing him to compete at national and international levels by the age of 16. He continued to excel, becoming a 12-time State Champion in the Haryana State Karate Association.

SHOTOKAN RYU (ISKA): A PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT THROUGH KARATE

Shotokan Ryu (ISKA) is more than just a karate organization; it’s a journey of self-discovery and growth. We call it “Budo,” which translates from Japanese to “Martial Path to Enlightenment.” Here at ISKA, we practice Shotokan Ryu Karate-Do with the belief that it can guide us towards a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. This pursuit, of course, is always done with honor and respect.