04/08/2026
๐ฅ A Proud Shodan Milestone ๐ฏ๐ต
One of the things I admire most about Malan van der Rijst is his commitment to keep learning, improving and moving forward.
When Malan joined SA JKA after previously training in another organisation, he chose to continue his karate journey within our system with humility, dedication and an open mind.
Tonight, I had the privilege of presenting him with his official Japanese Shodan Certificateโhis recognised Black Belt certificate.
It was a very proud moment.
Malan is a true example of a dedicated and committed karateka. No matter what challenges come his way, he continues to return to the dojo, keeps training and refuses to give up.
Malan, congratulations on this special achievement. Your perseverance and commitment are inspiring, and I am proud to be part of your journey.
Well done, Shodan. Keep moving forward.
OSS! ๐ฅ๐ฏ๐ต