News & Announcements
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Featured Announcements
Important updates and announcements that require your immediate attention.
March 8, 2026
Tournament Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026
All athletes wishing to compete in the 2026 World Championship qualifiers must complete their registration by March 31. Late entries will not beaccepted.
March 3, 2026
KyokushinRyu Welcomes New Continental Director for Asia-Pacific
We are proud to announce the appointment of Shihan Takeshi Yamamoto as the new Continental Director for the Asia-Pacific region.
February 25, 2026
Updated Competition Rules Effective April 2026
The technical committee has finalized updates to competition scoring and safety rules. All referees and coaches must review the updated rulebook.
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International Karate Alliance, KyokushinRyu successfully conducted seminars in Mauritius and Dubai.
The International Karate Alliance, KyokushinRyu successfully conducted seminars in Mauritius and Dubai, led separately by Shihan Phillip Moustache (7th Dan – IKAK Technical Director) and Shihan Francis Françoise (6th Dan). Both instructors delivered intensive training sessions covering updated techniques, kihon, kata, and kumite fundamentals, along with national-level grading examinations.
Senior IKAK Shihan Lead Kyokushin Black Belt Examination in Seychelles
The International Karate Alliance – KyokushinRyu (IKAK) Seychelles recently conducted a Kyokushin black belt examination at the Young Lions Dojo in Belonie, Seychelles, led by Shihan Phillip Moustache (7th Dan), IKAK Technical Director and Executive Committee Member, together with Shihan Phillip Verghese (6th Dan) serving as Grading Officer.
October 26, 2025
Congratulations to Our Members and Branch Chiefs For representing us at the 29th Dragon Cup International Friendship Championship October 26, 2025 | Kagoshima, Japan
Special thanks to the World Kyokushinkaikan for hosting this meaningful event, and to our Kancho, Jackie Chong, for his continuous leadership and inspiration. Osu!
January 10, 2026
Seychellois karate pioneer marks 50 years of continuous training
The latest IKAK regional championships concluded successfully with strong participation from affiliated dojo…
Black Belt Grading – Official Results
IKAK congratulates all candidates who successfully passed the recent Dan grading examination conducted…
Kyokushin karate shihans lead seminars in Mauritius and Dubai
All dojos and instructors are requested to follow the updated training guidelines and organizational standard…