About Us
Kyokushinkai Martial Arts Federation (K.M.A.F)
Directed by Sensei Aslam Jeewa, a 4th degree black belt, in collaboration with Sempai Soobiraj Maharoo, 3rd degree black belt and Sempai Moobeen Jeewa 2nd degree black belt, the KMAF has been growing rapidly throughout Mauritius. Our dojo, Goomanee Kyokushin Karate, is proudly affiliated with KMAF. Here is a brief profile of KMAF explaining its history and dojo operations. The first Mauritian dojos were opened in PortLouis, Petit Raffray in 1977. In recent years, dojos have been registered throughout Mauritius most region. Mauritius has been represented in world competitions and the Mauritian organization offers its members access to both international and national events. Events sanctioned by the Kyokushinkai Martial Arts Federation (KMAF) include the Mauritius Kyokushin Karate Championships, the Mauritius Kyokushin Karate Kata Championships, Training /Grading Seminars under famous Japanese Instructors guidance.Periodic clinics and training seminars, regional coloured belt tournaments are held throughout Mauritius on a regular basis.
About KMAF Dojo Locations
Mauritius is recognized as one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Its perfect harmony of nature and modern buildings enables Mauritius' people to have comfortable lives every day. The beauty attracts a lot of people from outside the country to travel to this country every year. A fully "multi-cultural country", PortLouis is also one of the most exciting cities in the world. KMAF is lucky to be located in the heart of PortLouis.
Goomanee Kyokushin Karate
Sensei Aslam Jeewa established the club in early 90's. It is affiliated with Kyokushinkai Martial Arts Federation (KMAF) and the WKO Japan. Many local people have joined the club and successfully obtained high ranked belts by training under the ideal instructors with commitment and dedication. There are ten dojos under Sensei Aslam's instruction. We provide both children's and adult class. Kyokushin Karate for childrens' Discipline.
Overcoming weaknesses. Learning courtesy. All those things make children stronger both physically and mentally. You are probably a student and your spare time is largely limited. Why would you want to get involved in Kyokushin training? Training dramatically increases norepinephrine, a stress reducing substance, levels in the body. An overall increase in energy may also be attributed to training as a result of the body's increase in blood pressure and consequent increase of oxygen delivery to the brain. A balance of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular training dramatically improves various aspects of one's physique, delivering a feeling of personal satisfaction. Production of endorphins within the body increases during training. In short, only a healthy body can nourish a healthy mind. Kyokushin Karate for adults: Build self-confidence, self-control and self-defense. Get yourself in shape. Competing in tournaments is popular among men and women worldwide. Kyokushin Karate is perhaps the most dynamic of all Martial Arts...and it's one of the very best forms you can learn. You'll be instructed in self-defense techniques that were perfected over 250 years ago and have been passed down from generation to generation. As you progress from one level to the next (on your way to Black Belt) you'll be taught by highly qualified, friendly instructors. Tone your body and keep physically fit. When you learn the Kyokushin techniques, you'll build up your endurance, quicken your reflexes and turn 'fat' into highly toned muscle. When you start training Kyokushin you will soon notice an increased awareness about your physical and mental well being. Because Kyokushin Karate trains your MIND as well as your body, you'll also learn how to become mentally stronger. You'll learn self-control techniques, how to handle (and release) unwanted stress AND as a result, you'll be far more confident dealing with day-to-day situations.
Aslam Jeewa-Head Instructor
He has studied Kyokushin Karate since 1980. Sensei Aslam trained for 7 years under Sensei Anwar Peer. Sensei Aslam has an excellent tournament records; 81,82 and 87 National Tournament. He took his black belt under Shihan A.K Ismael from South Africa in 1987. In 1997 He attended the first World Cup in Japan where he took his 2nd Dan under Shihan Sanpei and Shihan Nishida. He participated in a Training /Grading Seminar in Japan in March 1999. He was henceforth promoted to 3rd Dan after performing the 30 Men Fights. He is also a well-experienced instructor in both children's and adult classes. In December 1999 he took 2 fighters to participate in the 7th World Open Karate Tournament.He travelled to Japan in 2002,2003,2005 & 2007.He took his Yon Dan Grading in Osaka in 2005 after attending the world cup and International Training Seminar.He was among the refrees who refreed the memorable fight between Norichika Tsukamoto and Denis Grigoriev where the latter was knocked down by a jodan mawashi geri.