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Our International and National Karate Championship Victories

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At UBKA, we believe in testing our skills on the world stage. From local dojos in Thane to international arenas in Dubai and Goa, our students consistently represent India with honor, backed by rigorous training in the Karate Budokan International style.

We are immensely proud to represent India on the world stage. This is our team at the 24th FSKA World Cup Karate Championship 2024 in Goa, celebrating a significant medal haul against competitors from over 25 countries.

Day 2 of the 24th FSKA World Cup Karate Championship 2024. Our students and instructors stand with Grand Master Hanshi Kevin Funakoshi, showcasing the global recognition and connections our academy fosters.

Day 1 results from the 24th FSKA World Cup Karate Championship 2024. The UBKA team celebrates their initial victories, setting a strong precedent for the rest of the international tournament.

A proud moment for UBKA at the Budokan Cup 2022 in Dubai. Our team stands victorious with a remarkable collection of trophies and medals, a testament to their skill and dedication in an international arena.

Team India, represented by our UBKA students, ready for the Budokan Cup 2022 in Dubai. This image captures the anticipation and team spirit before the start of a major international championship.

Celebrating the success of our students at the 8th WFSKO National E-Kata Karate Championships in 2020. Our team secured an impressive total of 18 gold, 10 silver, and 8 bronze medals in this online national event.

A look back at our third international tour to Nepal in 2008. Our team of young karateka proudly displays their bronze medals, continuing the tradition of international exposure and achievement.

About this collection

Winning a medal on an international stage is not just about raw power; it is about the hours of repetition on the tatami and mastering the specific Kata syllabus required by the Karate Budokan International curriculum. When we prepare for a championship, our training shifts focus to pressure handling and high-precision execution, preparing our students to hold their own against competitors from over 25 countries.

Our journey in competitive karate started with our first international tour to Malaysia in 2006. Since then, we have evolved from a small group in Thane into a team that regularly represents India at major events like the FSKA World Cup and the Budokan Cup in Dubai.

Competition is a core part of our philosophy. We teach that a tournament is not merely about beating an opponent; it is a test of the discipline and technique cultivated during daily training. Whether it is an online E-Kata championship or a physical tournament in Goa with 1500 participants, the preparation remains consistent. Our students follow the rigid standards of the KBI syllabus, ensuring that every movement is precise and every kata is performed with the intended intensity.

We take a holistic approach to competition. We support students from their first regional belt grading right up to their international debut. This support system is what we call the UBKA family. Seniors mentor juniors, and parents play an active role in logistics and encouragement. We have seen our students face competitors from all over the world, and regardless of the outcome, they return with a broadened perspective and hardened resolve. If you are looking for an academy where competitive success is balanced with character building, you will find a home here. We are not just training fighters; we are shaping ambassadors of the sport.

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United Budokan Karate Academy

Dojo at Orkid Academy, Seawoods, Navi MumbaiStarting ₹1,800 per month / student

I am Kyoshi Santosh J Chawan, and for over three decades, I have dedicated myself to building UBKA into a place where champions are born. I personally oversee our competition training, ensuring every student learns to balance discipline with the courage required to compete on a global scale. Join us, and let us help you find the champion within.

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