In Memoriam
JKA Chief Instructor Ueki Masaaki
1939 - 2024

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About JKA•WF America

JKA•WF America works to improve member skills and self-discipline. We are the keeper of Karate's highest tradition.

Upcoming Events

JKA/WF America National Camp

in Albuquerque, New Mexico

June 27-30, 2024

We had 106 participates. Thank you for all participants.

2025 JKA WF AMERICA National Camp

June 18-21, 2025 Chapel Hill, N.C.

"Our upcoming National Camp is set to take place in the captivating state of North Carolina. With its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality, North Carolina provides the perfect backdrop for our event. Participants can look forward to immersing themselves in a range of outdoor activities, from trekking through the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains to enjoying water sports along the stunning coastline. The culinary delights of North Carolina, including its renowned barbecue and fresh seafood, promise to tantalize the taste buds of all attendees. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on our upcoming National Camp in North Carolina!"

Congratulations
JKA/WF America
17 members!
You are going to JKA World tournament in Japan.
Oct 25-27, 2024 in Takasaki, Japan

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The Next I.T. Black Belt Class is

on Friday 7/?/2024

From 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm MST

Please register through your regional director.

 

2024 Beginning-of-Year Training

205 Members participated

2023:192 Members participated

2023 End-of-Year Training

180Members participated

Thank you very much to all JKA/WF America members.

 

 

Disclaimer

Demand is made that those unauthorized clubs and individuals that are using the JKA name immediately stop and desist from all references.

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The Mission ofJKA•WF America

“Uphold the highest standards of Japanese Shotokan Karate in the United States and affiliated countries in the Americas with world class instruction, competition and comradery of its practitioners.”

Did You Know?

The Japan Karate Association (JKA), with members in over 100 countries is the world 's largest and most prestigious karate organization, and the only legal karate entity officially recognized by the Japanese government as an association of members for the promotion of karate. It is also one of the oldest karate organizations continuously in operation until the present in the world.

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"THE KEEPER OF KARATE'S HIGHEST TRADITION."