International Chito-Ryu Karate-do Federation of Australia Inc

The International Chito-Ryu Karate-do Federation of Australia Inc (ICKFA) is a non-profit organisation that promotes and supports the growth and development of Chito-Ryu Karate-do in Australia. The ICKFA follow the teachings of Chito-Ryu's Soke Sensei and support the Sohonbu (International Headquarters).

Simplified Organisational Diagram of the ICKFA

Current ICKFA Management Committee (2007-08)

• Honbucho - Mike Noonan Shihan [Sydney]
• ICKFA President & Sohonbu Representative - Martin Phillips Sensei [Sunshine Coast]
• Sohonbu Representative - Mark Snow Sensei [Blue Mountains]
• Secretary - Shane Ker Sensei [Sydney]
• Treasurer - Sheryl Higgins [Gold Coast]

Functions of the ICKFA & Current Projects

Although Chito-Ryu has a long history in Australia, the ICKFA is a relatively young organisation, being established in late 2005. As a result some of the things in the following list have not yet been fully implemented.

• Source and provide insurance coverage for: ICKFA events, member dojos, instructors and students
• Maintain and manage a member database
• Implement ICKF policies and frameworks
• Create and implement policies for risk management, OH&S, child protection, codes of conduct, etc
• Co-ordinate with the Sohonbu to arrange an annual guest instructor (Soke Sensei or Tanaka Sensei)
• Organise an annual national training camp for members
• Work with local associations to provide a national tournament each year plus regional tournaments
• Co-ordinate with Honbucho to visit all dojos annually
• Make available additional learning resources such as DVDs, manuals, website resources
• Communicate with members via national newsletter and website
• Provide marketing and administrative support to dojos
• Provide access to learning opportunities for instructors and senior students - NCAS coaching accreditation through the AKF, dojo management workshops, etc