Instructors
Guidance with experience and care
Our instructors combine traditional standards, clear explanations and an encouraging approach to help every student improve.
Dojo leadership
Meet the team
Branch Chief Instructor
Santosh E.P
Responsible for technical instruction, student development and the day-to-day training standards of the dojo.
Support Staff
Reji M.A
Supports technical development, instructor guidance and connection with the wider Shotojuku karate community.
Administration
Soumya Ackanisseri
Supports dojo administration, parent communication, community activities and organisational development.
Chief Instructor and Technical Director of JKS SHOTOJUKU India
Sensei Sudeep T. Cyriac
Sensei Sudeep T. Cyriac represents JKS Shotojuku in the UAE. Black Dragon Karate operates under his guidance, receiving technical direction and advanced training support to maintain high standards in traditional Shotokan Karate.
International lineage
Learning under traditional guidance
The dojo’s affiliation connects students and instructors with Japanese karate tradition and opportunities for seminars, technical sessions and advanced development.
Traditional Shotokan fundamentals
Technical emphasis on precision and control
Respectful instructor-student relationship
Continuous learning at every rank
Train with our team
Experience clear instruction, supportive correction and purposeful practice