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Rest in Peace Shihan Koyama
On behalf of the Koyama family, JKA WF America, Mr. Afkahmi, Nagatomo Sensei, and myself, we sincerely thank everyone who attended Master Koyama’s Zoom memorial service. A special thank you to Master Yaguchi and Hiroyoshi Okazaki Sensei for attending. It was truly amazing to see over two hundred (200) Karateka family and friends attending on…
Read MoreBe a Humble Leader
By Shojiro Koyama: Martial Arts typically brings to mind technical development, and this is how many operate. But the Japanese traditional culture of “Bushido” or “Budo” follows two (2) paths: Technique and Philosophy. The Japanese say, Bunpu Ryodo, where technique and philosophy are joined together. Pretty soon I will turn 80 years old. Usually pass…
Read MoreThank You Naka Sensei for the Phenomenal Seminar!
JKA WF America would like to thank all those that participated in the Sensei Naka seminar this past Saturday. A special thank you to Sensei Naka for providing a fantastic seminar. We had over 200 plus participants. Until next time, be well and keep training. OSSU, Chuck Coburn
Read MoreWhat is Karate? By: Shojiro Koyama
WHAT IS KARATE By: Shojiro Koyama Translated by J. Ondrusek One grandparent of karate originates in the life-or-death environment of the front line of warfare. It was a systematized collection of the defense techniques which had the highest success rates, as determined largely by trial and error. These techniques have since evolved into a means…
Read MoreHow we train during the days of COVID-19
Since the COVID-19 virus was declared a global pandemic, life as we know it changed dramatically. Everyday tasks as simple as a trip to the grocery store have been impacted. For our students, maintaining a training schedule has been a challenge we have tackled straight on. We have utilized Zoom software for remote meetings and…
Read MoreAmerica Western Region 2020 Spring Camp
Special Guest Instructor: JKA Sensei Yasuaki Nagatomo, 7th Dan Chief Instructor of JKA•WF AMERICA What: Traditional Shotokan Karate Training Who: For all levels and ages When: March 27th – 29th, 2020 Where: JKA of Arizona Dojo 1258 W Baseline Rd Mesa, Arizona 85202
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