JKA World Champion · 8th Dan
SOONPRETORIUS
Chief Instructor of JSKA Africa. Experience real karate — for fitness, for fun, for life.
(a) Biography
A record of patience.
Soon Pretorius has spent a lifetime on the dojo floor — training, competing and teaching traditional Shotokan karate. His karate is built on repetition, respect and the weight of a single decisive moment, and he carries the JKA tradition into Africa through the JSKA.
- Title
JKA World Champion
Crowned at the JKA World Karate Championships in Bern, Switzerland.
- Honour
A letter from Nelson Mandela
Recognised by the late President for his contribution to karate in South Africa.
- Grade
8th Dan
Formal recognition of a lifetime of traditional practice.
- Now
Chief Instructor, JSKA Africa
Leading instructors and the style register across the continent.
(b) The JSKA
JSKA South Africa & Africa.
JSKA South Africa was established in 2002 under the leadership of Keigo Abe sensei, and led the drive to establish JSKA in Africa with more than 14 member countries. The organisation protects the ancient culture of unarmed combat, founded on loyalty, integrity and respect — and will never sacrifice character to gain numbers or popularity.
Want to affiliate? Send the dojo affiliation form to soon@jskasouthafrica.co.za.
(c) Book a Seminar
Bring the kime to your dojo.
Book Soon Pretorius to host a seminar, lead a Beat the Bully initiative, or teach a group self-defence class. Send an enquiry and his team will confirm dates and scope.
- Karate Seminar
- Beat The Bully
- Self-Defence Class
Enquiries
To arrange a seminar, a Beat The Bully session or a group self-defence class, get in touch directly and his team will confirm dates and scope.
(d) Gallery
From the mat.
Documentary training
(e) Contact