IKD Jamaica
IKD Jamaica
Official IKD Chapter . Jamaica

JAMAICA
KARATE
DAIGAKU

The International Karate Daigaku Jamaica chapter — carrying Shotokan tradition since 1976, developing champions and empowering youth through discipline.

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2006
Jamaica chapter founded
63
Countries in IKD World
#17
WKF world ranking — Evans
1976
Jamaica's IKD roots begin
About Us
Our Mission

At IKD Jamaica, we are committed to preserving the rich traditions of Shotokan Karate while integrating modern techniques to foster physical and mental growth among our members. A founding chapter of the International Karate Daigaku — rooted in Jamaica since 1976.

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Discipline
Respect
Growth
Training
Programs for Every Level
Youth Karate
Building discipline, confidence, and coordination in young karatekas from age 6. All belt levels welcome.
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Adult Shotokan
Traditional IKD Shotokan training for adults. Kata, Kumite, and Kihon — from white belt to black belt.
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Competition Team
Advanced training for athletes competing at national and international IKD and WKF events.
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Events & Tournaments
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Membership
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Junior Member
Ages 6–17
  • Weekly Kihon, Kata & Kumite classes
  • IKD Jamaica grading eligibility
  • Youth competition pathway
  • Uniform provided
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Senior Member
Ages 18+
  • Full access to all adult classes
  • IKD Jamaica grading eligibility
  • National competition registration
  • IKD World network access
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Competitor
Competition team track
  • All Senior Member benefits
  • International event support
  • WKF ranking pathway eligibility
  • Camp & squad training access
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IKD Jamaica · Kingston · Founded 2006 · Affiliated with IKD World Honbu, Toronto
Performance
Recent Results
1st
Championship 1 IKD Championships — Black belt - Lightweight
2025
#17
WKF world ranking
Rasandre Evans
63
IKD countries
Jamaica connected
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More from IKD Jamaica
1976
Our History
From the founder's Jamaica connection to the island's first IKD chapter in 2006.
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9 KYU
Find a Dojo
Locate an IKD-affiliated club near you across Jamaica. All levels welcome.
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HALL
Hall of Fame
Celebrating the athletes and officials who built Jamaican karate.
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