Randfontein Karate

*UPDATE*
There will be no training on Saturday, 21 February 2026.

Classes resume on Saturday, 28 February 2026.

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RIP Shihan Norman Robinson 😔

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Shihan Norman Robinson.
He passed away peacefully early this morning.

Shihan Norman was a true icon. A mentor, leader, and friend whose influence extended far beyond the dojo. His passion for karate, his wisdom, and his generous spirit lit up every room and touched countless lives across South Africa and the world.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his beloved wife Sally, his children Joanne, Tina, Garth, and Mark, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and the entire Robinson family. May you find comfort in the cherished memories and strength in the love that surrounds you.

Shihan, your legacy will live on in all of us.
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To all my students, parents, guardians, grannies and grandpas at the Randfontein Karate dojo:

Thank you for all your support in 2024 and I hope to see you all in 2025.

Watch this space for when we open again in 2025!

Have a wonderful festive season 🎅🥋

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Sensei Jo

To all the Randfontein Karate students who graded on 16 November 2024. I am extremely proud of each and every one of you. A special shout out to Mpho Mooketsi who achieved a commended grading to Green Belt.

I am so thrilled and excited to announce that the following students have graded to the next level:

Camillo van Wyk – Pre-yellow 1
Danica Ighoraye – Pre-yellow 1
Kelebogile Mosima – Pre-yellow 1
Otlotleng Mosima – Pre-yellow 1
Papi Rakaki – Pre-yellow 1
Priya Naidoo – Pre-yellow 1
Quinton Strachan – Yellow 2
Zaheerah Chiboo – Yellow 2
Alshanique Brantjes – Orange 1
Algerovian Brantjes – Green 1

A massive congratulations to Lorna Meyer who graded to Blue belt. Lorna has been with Randfontein Karate since the beginning and has not only grading to her blue belt but has also helped grow and shape Randfontein Karate to the success it is today. Her dedication to own training as well as help training the students is unwavering and I will be forever thankful and grateful I found such a wonderful student, friend and teacher.

And last but not least a massive thank you to Senseis Kim and Greg da Silva of World of Karate for all their help and guidance with the grading and friendship and guidance throughout the years, I could not have done it without you!

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Sensei Jo

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