Chief Instructor

Kyoshi H.M.Vijaya Kumara 

8th Dan Japan, 

6th Dan SLKF 

Referee SLKF & WUKF

 Mobile: +94772611576 

Email: hmw.kumara@yahoo.com

Sensei Vijaya Kumara

​8th Dan Black Belt | Chief Instructor - South Asia

​Sensei Vijaya Kumara is a distinguished master of Shotokan Karate, dedicated to the mastery and propagation of traditional martial arts. With a profound influence spanning across Sri Lanka and the global arena, his journey is defined by a commitment to the "Way of the Warrior." As a high-ranking practitioner, he focuses on uplifting the standards of Karate in South Asia by instilling the true essence of Budo—discipline, integrity, and spiritual strength—in every student.

​Key Appointments & Leadership Roles

​Sensei Vijaya Kumara holds several prestigious executive and instructional positions within the international Karate community:

​South Asian Chief Instructor

Japan Karate-do Shotokan Study Association (Head Office: Japan)

​External Relations Director & Executive Chief Advisor

International Karatedo Abe Dojo (Head Office: Japan)

​Samurai Instructor

International Traditional Martial Arts Federation (Yamato-kai)

​Black Belt Rankings (Dan Certifications)

​Recognized globally for his technical mastery, Sensei Vijaya Kumara holds high-ranking Dan grades from multiple world-renowned federations Organization / Federation Rank

Japan Karate-do Shotokan Study Association (Shinichi Shigeyoshi, Japan) 8th Dan

International Karatedo Abe Dojo (Japan) 8th Dan

Federation Karate Jutsu (Russia) 8th Dan

Kabudo Karate Federation (KKF) 8th Dan

Sri Lanka Karate-do Federation 6th Dan

World Union of Karate-do Federations (WUKF) 5th Dan

International Traditional Martial Arts Federation (Yamato-kai) 2nd Dan

Mission Statement

​"My life's work is dedicated to the development of future martial artists who carry the torch of Shotokan with honor. We do not just train the body; we forge the character." — Sensei Vijaya Kumara