This is to notify all the First Dan students seeking Second Dan, that their first exam of the one-year-long training camp will be held on 2 November 2024, Saturday. After that, three more exams will be held at 3-month intervals. After passing the final exam at the end of the year, students will be awarded the Second Dan.
The syllabus for this Second Dan training camp has incorporated advanced techniques and mental conditioning to prepare students for the challenges of high-level karate. By combining personal growth with technical excellence, this syllabus provides a unique and enriching learning experience for aspiring second dan karate practitioners.
Syllabus for the First Exam
1. Hanmi and Shomen
2. 24 Dachi names of Shotokan Karate
3. 4 Ukami
4. Handstand with wall
5. 3 kata—1: Tekki Shodan; 2: Tekki Nidan; 3: Gankaku
6. Split exercise
7. 4-side move
8. Jump
9. Geo free fight (5 minutes)
10. Hand grab Yoko Geri push kick
11. Kihon (according to the federation syllabus)
12. Advanced block
13. 1-leg squat
14. Finger push-up
Please note, the syllabus for the second exam will be posted after the first exam.
Md. Ibrahim Hassan
Founder President
Offensive Defence Expert
All First Dan students are hereby requested to join a special class of this training camp on 18 October 2024, Friday, at 3 pm, where the abovementioned syllabus will be exclusively introduced.
With a schooling experience of more than four decades, Sobhan Karate Academy is currently operating at two different locations based in Dhaka. We have students from age 5+ to 65, more than 80% of whom are female.
Our logo conveys the principle of self-building through succession under the guidance of different belts and their teaching methods. The human figure in Mawashi Geri kick, breaking out of the red circle, represents that this art of karate also assists our students to create a firm stance in society, confidently facing and going beyond the adversities of stereotype mindset.
Our uniquity is to nurture and train students to be a strong person—fit for our society. We study our recruits and understand their individual psychology. Such practice helps us to map and go through a distinct route to address their mentality and bring out the inner strength they possess.
We train and motivate students for their overall growth in skills, and physical and mental stability. A dojo (karate classroom) is a place that commands focus, respect, and honor. Traditionally, students of all ages must show honor to their instructor as well as other classmates. Our classroom atmosphere exhibits honor, confidence, and prompt obedience that the students catch quickly. Our parents have noted an increased level of compliance at home after their child began practicing the martial art. We, at Sobhan Karate Academy, teach and practice the art of Shotokan Karate style. It was developed by Grandmaster Gichin Funakoshi in 1928 in Okinawa, Japan. In Japanese, shōtō means “pine waves”, the movement of pine needles when the wind blows through them, and kan means “house” or “hall”. The name was established by Funakoshi’s students who created a sign reading shōtō-kan and placed it above the entrance of the hall where Funakoshi taught.
Sobhan Karate Academy offers a range of courses depending on the type of recruits. Besides the students, we also cater to working professionals to build their body, mind, and lifestyle.
Type | Admission Fee (BDT) | Uniform and Belt Fee (BDT) | Monthly Fee (BDT) |
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Student | 5,000 | 2,000 | 3,000 |
Professional | 5,000 | 2,000 | 4,000 |
9-months long Self Defence Course for Adults: BDT 40,000 (including admission fee) |
Type | First Month Payment (BDT) |
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Student | 10,000 |
Professional | 11,000 |
Belt Exam Fee (BDT) |
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1500 |
Per exam |
Considering the diversified need of our recruits, we offer different class times throughout the week.
Monday–Wednesday | — | 4:00–6:00 pm | 6:00–8:00 pm |
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Thursday–Saturday | 2:30–4:30 pm | 4:30–6:30 pm | 6:30–8:30 pm |
Monday–Wednesday | 2:30–4:30 pm | 4:30–6:30 pm | 6:30–8:30 pm |
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Every three months, Sobhan Karate Academy arranges competitions between different batches of its students for their regular succession. Besides, the academy regularly participates in all the national-level tournaments and competitions organized by Bangladesh Karate Federation and other individual entities.
Ms. Aktar is an award-winning Karate trainer specializing in Shotokan Karate style.
Sensei Ibrahim Hassan holds a Karate Black Belt (2nd Dan) and has been training the Shotokan Karate for the past 8 years. He is an Executive Member of the Japan Karate Association World Federation Bangladesh.
A legend in the field of martial arts in Bangladesh, Grandmaster Abdus Sobhan Martial Art Training Centre back in 1978.
Sarmin Akter Antora is a highly accomplished and skilled individual with a strong background in physical education and martial arts. She is a skilled judoka and wrestler, having won numerous national and international competitions. Antora is also a dedicated and experienced teacher of judo and karate at several schools.
Dipu Dewan is a skilled sportsman with a strong background in Judo, having competed nationally and internationally. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Sport Science and has coaching experience.
"From a close encounter, I can confidently say that SKA is one of the best karate schools in Bangladesh.
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"Don't be prepared physically, be prepared mentally.
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"Before joining Sobhan Karate Academy, Mayameen was difficult, unfocused, and had trouble socializing. Since then, she's become more attentive, disciplined, and has made many friends. We're incredibly grateful for the positive impact your academy has had on her."
"I express my sincere gratitude for Sobhan Karate Academy's positive impact on me. Karate provides numerous benefits, particularly for children, fostering confidence, self-discipline, focus, and respect. I commend the Sensei of this academy for their dedication and skillful instruction. I appreciate your commitment to the students."