Martial arts masters earn prestigious Dan gradings
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – The Lydenburg martial arts community is celebrating two outstanding achievements after Tokon Shotokan Karate-Do International Association (TSKKIA) instructors Sensei Ankia van Niekerk and Shihan Jolanda Hietbrink successfully graded on 29 November 2025.
Sensei Ankia, an international TSKKIA champion who began training at a very young age, earned her 2nd Dan and continues to serve Lydenburg as an instructor in Tokon Shotokan Karate, Gendaiteki Ken & Iai Jitsu, and Gendaiteki Kyujitsu.
A lifelong member of TSKKIA and head instructor in Lydenburg, Shihan Jolanda achieved her prestigious 5th Dan, marking decades of dedication, leadership and contribution to the dojo.
For more details on TSKKIA events, contact TSKKIA’s headquarters in Rustenburg on 083 463 1073, visit www.tskkia.co.za, watch “TSKKIA” on YouTube, or join the Facebook page “Tokon Shotokan Karate A/C.”
Main photo: Newly promoted 2nd Dan Sensei Ankia van Niekerk shared a proud moment with Kancho Albert Venter.
