Shiina Sensei in Ottawa

The very much anticipated 2025 OJKA Canada Koyo Camp (Nov 20-23) with Shiina Sensei from JKA Headquarters in Japan has come to a close and we would like to express our most heartfelt gratitude to everyone who was a part of our event that took place at Saeki Dojo in Ottawa.

Shiina Sensei has delivered an intense course of trainings for the Instructors, Youth and Adult Programs. The Instructors course was an invaluable opportunity to delve into the teaching methodology and exchange knowledge between instructors. From basics to advanced kata applications, the course was structured to raise the level of instructors in Canada. The Youth program showcased the intensity and spirit of the young karatekas, and demonstrated the emergence of a strong future karate generation. The Adult class was a great opportunity to train among fellow karate practitioners from the dojos all across North America and was tailored to raise the level of karate in the country.

The examinations up to 6th Dan were carried out during the camp and we would like to congratulate everyone with the successful results.

Shiina Sensei enjoying the snowfall outside the dojo on the last day of training.

Shodan:

Adriana Beatriz Rogue Negron, Doken-Kai

Maryam El Majdaoui, Doken-Kai

Sandan:

Michel Lima Chagas, JKA Winnipeg

Igor Kabasele, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Yulia Saeki, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Yondan:

Pete Daypuck, Daypuck Karate - London JKA

Chuck Davis, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Godan:

Dale Weldon, Kenko Karate Club

Dominic Lizotte, Doken-Kai

Donna Haskett, Rockwood JKA

Marco Tsao, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Stacy Mills, Kenko Karate Club

Grant Ogilvie, Kenko Karate Club

Seiji Saeki, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Rokudan:

Ray Butler, Kenko Karate Club

Craig Blair, JKA Winnipeg

Instructor D, Judge D:

Pascalle Ouellet, Doken-Kai

Instructor B, Judge B:

Seiji Saeki, Saeki Dojo - Ottawa JKA

Instructors Class

Shiina Sensei's expertise and undeniable passion for teaching has made this encounter the most memorable and we would like to express our deepest appreciation for his support of OJKA Canada as a national organization. More about Shiina Sensei here.

We would like to also thank the Embassy of Japan for visiting our dojo and supporting the event.

Until next time!

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