Welcome to SWKKF
Canada’s Premier Karate Community
1900 members, 400+ black belts, and a legacy of excellence.
Why SWKKF?
Thinking about starting karate — for yourself or your child? We're here to help you begin that journey with purpose, passion, and support.
With over 60 clubs across Canada, world-class instructors, family-friendly programs, safety-conscious, and exciting events all year round, SWKKF is more than just martial arts.​
It’s a place where individuals grow stronger, build friendships, and become leaders — inside and outside the dojo.
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"The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation is a non-profit, inclusive organization, modeling Hanshi Shintani's kindness and humility, through the teaching of his traditional karate and Shindo."
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Find a Club Near You
City
Welland
Address
Holy Trinity Church
77 Division Street, Welland, ON, Canada
Club
Welland Martial Arts Centre
Instructor
Sensei Ron Mattie
Practice Times
Friday - 7:00-8:30 pm (Adults - 12yrs and up) Sensei Mattie
Monday - Juniors - 5:30-6:30 pm / Adult - 7:00-8:30 pm Sensei Labbe
Thursday - Advance Juniors - 6:00-7:30 pm Sensei Poulin
Wednesday - Special Needs - 5:30-8:30 pm Sensei Hancharyk
Saturday - Special Needs - 12:00-1:00 pm Sensei Hancharyk
Phone
(905) 788-7999
Club Website / Social Page