About ASKKSA

ASKKSA was founded in Funchal in April 2000 to teach and develop Shotokan Karate in Madeira. The association is affiliated with the Portuguese National Karate Federation (FNK-P) and the Madeira Karate Association (AKRAM), and is recognised by the Regional Directorate of Sport.

Our Instructors

The team brings together instructors with many years of practice, recognised grades and national coaching certifications. Each student receives guidance suited to their level.

Shihan Jorge Freitas

6th DAN

✓ Practises Karate since 1987
✓ Graduated by SKIF Canada & SKIF
✓ Karate Coach Grade III (FNK-P)
✓ National Referee B (FNK-P)

Sensei Rafael Jardim

5th DAN

✓ Practises Karate since 1992
✓ Graduated by SKIF Canada & ASKKM
✓ Karate Coach Grade I (FNK-P)
✓ National Referee A (FNK-P)

Sensei Marisa Gomes

5th DAN

✓ Practises Karate since 2000
✓ Graduated by SKIF Canada & SKIF
✓ Karate Coach Grade II (FNK-P)
✓ National Karate Judge (FNK-P)

Sensei Tito Velosa

5th DAN

✓ Practises Karate since 1995
✓ Graduated by SKIF Canada & SKIF
✓ Karate Coach Grade II (FNK-P)
✓ National Referee B (FNK-P)

Auxiliary Instructors

Luís Barros

3º Dan

Márcio Gouveia

3º Dan

Jéssica Baptista

2º Dan

Marco Anjo

2º Dan

Fábio Reis

1º Dan

Our Dojos

ASKKSA trains at two locations in Funchal: Horácio Bento de Gouveia School and Santo António Parish Council. The team also provides technical support to Câmara de Lobos Sports Club.

Main ASKKSA Dojo - Horacio Bento Gouveia School

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