The International Shotokan Shobukan Karate Association (ISSKA) is a non-profit traditional Shotokai Karate organization dedicated to providing low-cost, high-quality instruction in traditional Shotokai Karate. Founded in 2019 by Sensei T. Srivijayakumar, ISSKA aims to spread the unique, innovative, and realistic style of Shotokai throughout Switzerland.
In 2021, ISSKA received membership from the International Shotokan Shobukan Karate Association. This prestigious membership was granted by Kancho Masaya Kohama, a 9th Dan Black Belt and World Chief of ISSKA WHQ in Japan. Following this recognition, ISSKA has continued to represent the Japan branch in Switzerland, furthering its mission to promote traditional Shotokai Karate across the country.
After receiving membership from the International Shotokan Shobukan Karate Association, Japan, Sensei T. Srivijayakumar was awarded the title of Shihan and achieved the rank of Black Belt 7th DAN.
World Grandmaster (Japan)
Kancho Masaya Kohama
9th Dan Black Belt – Japan
World Chief ISSKA WHQ (Japan)
International Shotokan Shobukan Karate Association – Japan
World Chief Inspector (USA)
Kyoshi. Gurwant Singh Ladhi
7th DAN Black Belt (WKF)
Chairman & Founder
ISKF – USA
Shihan. T. Srivijayakumar
7th DAN Black Belt (Japan)
Chief Instructor & Chief Examiner
ISSKA – Switzerland
Respect and Dignity ISSKA is an inclusive organization that values diversity, recognizes the human dignity of all individuals, and treats them with fairness and respect at all times. We consider each individual worthy regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, disability or age.
Integrity We are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, honoring our commitments and fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust. Innovation We strive to maintain the foundation of our founding masters while being able to adapt and improve our technical instruction and organization. Excellence We work continually to attain the highest level of performance for each individual, dojo and our organization as a whole. Collaboration We value working in collaboration with all martial artists and are committed to shared learning.
