IKA - International Kokondo Association

The International Kokondo Association (IKA) sanctions two arts: Jukido Jujitsu and Kokondo Karate, which compliment each other but are distinct with separate ranking systems and test requirements.  Many Kokondo-ka practice both arts, others practice only one or the other. 

The Current roster of IKA Directors includes:

· Kaicho Gregory Howard – Chairman / Chief Instructor / International Director
· Master John Fearns – Special Advisor to the Chairman 

· Master Tom Wood – USA National Karate Director
· Master Rob Robert – USA National Jukido Director / Budo News Dept Head
· Master Jim Scanlon – USA National Associate Karate Director / IKA Webmaster
· Master Joaquin Betancourt – USA National Associate Jukido Director  


  Shihan Paul Arel (1935-2009) - Chairman/Chief Instructor/Int'l Director

  Master Robert Longo (1933-2001) – National Director (Emeritus)


 

 

IKA Dues

As of 01/01/2008, the annual IKA membership dues are as follows:

 Age

 Annual Dues

Under Age 13

 $50

 Age 13 and up

 $70


 Benefits of Membership

  • Free Testing
  • Personal IKA Membership Card (issued every renewal)
  • Personal IKA Membership Certificate (typically issued at annual East Coast banquet).  Rank Certificates recognized worldwide by IKA
  • Access & Discounts to functions which state "IKA" only
  • Budo News (Periodical IKA Newsletter)
  • Opportunity to train at regional, national, and international seminars and events with IKA members from around the world
  • Your rank will be recognized Internationally by all Jukido Jujitsu or Kokondo Karate dojos! ( i.e.: If you were to relocate or take a vacation outside the area of your local dojo, you could find another IKA dojo and as long as you are a current IKA member they will automatically honor your rank / belt level. IKA dojos are located worldwide. )