Guyana’s karate delegation earned podium success and valuable international experience at the International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF) 57th Master Camp and International Goodwill Tournament, held from June 12 to 19 at Camp Green Lane in Philadelphia, US.
The team was led by Chief Instructor and Country Director of ISKF-Guyana, Christopher Chaves, Sensei, Rokudan, along with Instructor Kristian Chaves, Sensei, Sandan. Students Talitha Kissoon, Jaden Dalgetty, Jasmin Dalgetty, Amia Walcott, Tina Monic and Kareena Singh also represented Guyana at the week-long event.
Guyana’s strongest showing came in the Adult Goodwill Tournament, where Talitha Kissoon and Kristian Chaves both competed and advanced to the finals.
Kristian Chaves also enjoyed success in the team events, joining Elijah Elliot of the United States and Joaquin Rotela of Argentina in the Male Team Kata and Team Kumite divisions. Their team captured gold in Team Kata and silver in Team Kumite, adding an international medal-winning performance to Guyana’s participation.
The country’s under-18 students also took part in the Youth Shiai on June 14, where they competed against international opponents and received participatory medals for their efforts.
Beyond the tournament, the camp provided the Guyanese delegation with a full week of training, learning and technical development under senior ISKF instructors. The Guyana team also extended special thanks to Hiroyoshi Okazaki Shihan and his team of instructors for what was described as an excellent week of instruction and growth.
Christopher Chaves also represented Guyana at the International Board of Directors meeting during the camp. At that meeting, it was announced that the World Shotokan Cup 2029 will be held in Argentina.
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