(780) 728-8939 < Back Edson Wado Kai Karate Sensei Chris Marler / Sensei Sylvie Fontain (780) 728-8939 chris@tropicalsun.ca Address 831 56th Street, Edson, AB, Canada Edson, AB, Canada Practice Times Monday/Wednesday - 5:30-7:30 pm (Mountain Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

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(905) 414-8721 < Back Lakeside Karate Club Sensei Joe Peuyn (905) 414-8721 david.damude@gmail.com Address 14 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, Canada Port Colborne, ON, Canada L3K 3C6 Practice Times Tuesday & Thursday - 6:30-8:00 pm Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

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(289) 929-0046 < Back Wolfpack Wado Kai Sensei Brian Chmay (289) 929-0046 bchmay@hotmail.com Address 5603 Spring Street, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada Niagara Falls, ON Canada L2G 1P7 Practice Times Thursday - 6:30 - 8:30 pm Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

(519) 909-9438 < Back Jarvis Wado Kai Karate Club Sensei Marco Reyes (519) 909-9438 marcoreyes@gmail.com Address 19 Church Street, Jarvis, ON, Canada Jarvis, ON, Canada Practice Times Thursday Family Class - 6-7:30 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) Thursday Advance Class - 7:30-9:00 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

Harmonizer The SWKKF Newsletter The Harmonizer is the official SWKKF newsletter. It's an important piece of communication providing useful information to the membership. This includes internal and external commentaries, tournament listings, event details, information on workshops, personal experiences, karate news from all national regions, etc. Don't forget that it's your newsletter. Your input is critical to its ongoing success. We heartily welcome your contribution - share your thoughts and experiences with your fellow members. Forward your articles to us at harmonizer@shintani.ca Harmonizer is published 3 times a year at the end of February, June and November. Please contact us should you have any question. Your Harmonizer Committee harmonizer@shintani.ca Current Harmonizer Volume 34, Issue 1 - June 2025 Message from the President Finding Strength and Connection Through Karate Kudan Presentation Hanshi Fred Simonaitis Sensei Ron at the Delhi Karate Club When it's going your way The Power of Community The Sensei Jeff Gervin Memorial Fund A Canadian Karateka's Grading A Glimpse into the Art Here is my journey from white belt to yellow belt Karate With a Sibling R.E.A.C.H. 2025 Recipients Sensei Neil Prime Inducted into the CMAHOF Karate in the North The West is knockin, the East is Rocking What a Year and What and Honour Sensei Jim’s Visit to Nordik Wado Kai From the Logger & Atkinson Family From Your Harmonizer Committee Past Harmonizer Issues Download PDF Volume 01, Issue 1 - October 1996 World Union of Martial Arts Why Kata? Download PDF Volume 01, Issue 2 - March 1997 What Makes a Black Belt? Tournament Kata Practice Tips Training Past 35 Download PDF Volume 01, Issue 3 - June 1997 A Message from the Heart Hearst Wado Kai Karate Club Kata Practice Tips Download PDF Volume 02, Issue 1 - November 1997 Saskatchewan Trip - Nov 1997 A Judge's Perspective The Meaning of Pinan Club News - Calgary Wado-Kai Having Fun at Karate

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(705) 931-3400 < Back Millbrook Wado-Kai Karate Club Sensei Sandford DeWitt (705) 931-3400 sensei_sanford@hotmail.com Address 71 King Street West, Millbrook, ON, Canada Millbrook, ON, Canada Practice Times Wednesday - Juniors - 6-7 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) Wednesday - Adults - 7-8:30 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

Karate Federation Shintani Wado Kai SWKKF Introduction The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF) is a non-profit organization that was founded by Hanshi Masaru Shintani in 1966. The SWKKF is one of the largest martial arts organization of a single style in North America. Current registered membership is approximately 1,900 students with 400+ active black belts. The largest Canadian membership groups are in Southern Ontario and Alberta. SWKKF membership continues to grow nationally, particularly in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and British Columbia. US membership also continues to grow, an area that we are looking to expand. The SWKKF supports a national team that represents it at Canadian and international tournaments. Organizational Structure The SWKKF has adopted a practical, functional structure that supports its strategy and strategic direction. One aspect addresses its hierarchical structure and the other area establishes designated SWKKF activities. Members are elected to representative positions within this structure for a period of 4 years. The last election was held in 2020. Hierarchical Structure SWKKF Committees Provincial Senate Finance Viability Regional Members Investment Clubs Service Excellance Legacy Click any box for more info. NOTE: Current provinces represented include: Northwest Territories, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Nova Scotia. Current states represented include: Arizona, Arkansas, Texas and New York. Club members with any questions or concerns should first contact their club representative(s). They will be pleased to assist you.

Part 2 of 2 - Top of Page Pol. 12A Grading Manual Pol. 12B Shindo Grading Pol. 13 Approved Kata List Pol. 14 Succession Planning Pol. 15 Logo Trademark Pol. 16 Intellectual Property Pol. 17 Audit Committee Pol. 18 Harassment Policy Pol. 19 Mentorship Program Pol. 20 SWKKF Affiliations Pol. 21 Committee Appt. / Ren. Masters Cup Bottom of Page Policies and Procedures -- Disclaimer This website provides a central location for approved policies and procedures currently in effect. They are for use within the SWKKF. Given the significant amount of material available, and for ease of use, it is presented in two parts. Part 1 - Click here - Policies 1 - 11 Part 2 - This screen - Policies 12 - 21 Pol. 12A Grading Manual Policy 12A - SWKKF Grading Manual This policy covers the SWKKF grading process. Click the pdf icon to download the Grading Manual. Grading Manual Click the "Policy 12A" icon for an overview of the Black Belt Grading. Pol. 12A Pol. 12B Shindo Grading Policy 12B - Shindo Grading This policy covers the SWKKF SHINDO grading process. Click the " Policy 12B " icon for an overview on the Shindo Black Belt Grading. The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. For more information please contact the Secretary General by clicking the SWKKF icon. Pol. 12B e-mail Pol. 13 Approved Kata List Policy 13 - SWKKF Approved Kata List This policy covers the approved SWKKF katas. Pol. 13 Pol. 14 Succession Planning Policy 14 - SWKKF Succession Planning This policy covers the succession plan for the SWKKF. The requested document is available only to SWKKF Senate Members. e-mail Pol. 15 Logo Trademark Policy 15 - SWKKF Logo Trademark This policy covers the use of the registered SWKKF trademark logo. Pol. 15 Pol. 16 Intellectual Property Policy 16 - SWKKF Intellectual Property This policy covers the use of the registered SWKKF trademark logo. The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. Please e-mail the Secretary General for more information. e-mail Pol. 17 Audit Committee Policy 17 - SWKKF Audit Committee To act on behalf of the Senate and oversee all material aspects of the organization’s financial reporting, internal control and audit functions, except those specifically related to the responsibilities of another standing committee of the board. The requested document is open to registered black belts within the SWKKF. Please e-mail the Secretary General for more information. e-mail Pol. 18 Harassment Policy Policy 18 - SWKKF Harassment Policy The SWKKF believes in providing a positive working environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to participate in a professional atmosphere which promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical or environmental is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Pol. 18 Pol. 19 Mentorship Program Policy 19 - SWKKF Mentorship Program The Mentorship program has become a priority with in the SWKKF to encourage mentorship throughout the organization. This is to ensure that the natural progression of mentoring continues and Hanshi Shintani’s teachings are carried on to generations ahead. Pol. 19 Pol. 20 SWKKF Affiliations Policy 20 - SWKKF Affiliations This policy describes affiliation with the SWKKF. Pol. 20 Pol. 21 Committee Appt. / Ren. Policy 21 - Appointment and Removal of Committee Members This policy describes the appointment and removal of committee members. Pol. 21 Masters Cup Bottom of Page Masters Cup National Tournament The Masters Cup is a long standing tradition for the National Tournament. This document sets out the guidelines. Masters Cup

(250) 720-9232 < Back Port Albeni Wado Kai Sensei Dennis Olsen (250) 720-9232 gldolling@shaw.ca Address 4102 Hollywood Street, Port Alberni, BC, Canada Port Alberni, BC, Canada Practice Times Monday/Wednesday - 5:00-6:30 pm (Pacific Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next