(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

(403) 880-9999 < Back Blue Rock Wado Kai Sensei David Blanchett (403) 880-9999 info@bluerockwadokai.com Address 33 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks, AB, Canada Okotoks, AB, Canada Practice Times Monday/Thursday - 7:30-9:00 pm (Mountain Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

(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

(705) 884-2222 < Back Dubreuilville Wado-Kai Sensei Clarence Boutin (705) 884-2222 boutin.clarence@gmail.com Address 1596 Avenue du Parc, Dubreuilville, ON, Canada Dubreuilville, ON, Canada Practice Times Wednesday/Sunday - 6:00-8:30 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

(306) 861-3214 < Back Ceylon Wado Kai Karate Sensei Owen Day (306) 861-3214 senseiowen@outlook.com Address 410 Main Street, Ceylon, SK, Canada Ceylon, SK, Canada Practice Times Tuesday - Youth - 6:00-7:00 pm / Advance Youth/Adult - 7:00-9:00 pm Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

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(905) 359-0975 < Back Manitouwadge Wado Kai Sempi Jennifer Gray (905) 359-0975 nifer@electricmousefarms.ca Address 23 Manitou Rd, Manitouwadge, ON, Canada Manitouwadge, ON, Canada Practice Times Tuesday - 4:00-5:30 pm / Friday - 6:00-8:00 pm Club Website or Social Media Notes Previous Map Next

Sport Excel - ZoneQuest Online Black Belt Clinics & Gradings Instructor Course and Certification Kata Clinics Kihon Kumite Clinics Bunkai Self Defense Sparring Strategies Judging Training Shindo Club Startup Initiative SWKKF Training Programs It's often said that learning karate is a lifelong journey, taking consideration and effort. You need to make time and space for it. Skill sets in karate are best taught in person. There is no replacement for that. However, our world has changed. People today want immediate access to information. And it has to be relevant to their instant needs. Think about how you are likely to approach a task at home. You turn on a YouTube instructional video to understand what has to be done just before you begin your task. This requires you to know where to go to access that video information. This is the objective of the SWKKF website -- to provide you with a single source where you can access what you need or find clear directions to where the information can be obtained. The information can relate to clinics, videos, instruction manuals, online courses, certifications, etc. It could relate to refining a particular skill set or even starting a new karate club. With the help of various Committee Members, the SWKKF has developed a series of training programs. These programs or instruction sets are available Online or through Clinics conducted by highly skilled senseis (instructors). Programs and Clinics Offered by the SWKKF Shintani Blac k Belt Clinics & Gradings SWKKF will assum e all costs associated with Black Belt Gradings Host Responsibilities: Book Friday evening facility for clinic Book Saturday facility for grading Plan a banquet Collect fees Recommended pricing to help cover facility costs Friday Clinic $25. Saturday Grading: $25 - $40 Shintani Instructor Course & Certification – Level 1, 2, 3 & 4 Developed and instructed by Sensei Ron Mattie Instructor Course (2 day clinic) Learn Hanshi Shintani’s theory and philosophy Apply theory and philosophy to techniques and teaching methods Four instructor certification levels Level 1: Brown Belt, Shodan Black Belts Level 2: Nidan and up Level 3: Nidan and up Level 4: Yodan and up Certification Requirements Shintani Instructor Course Additional Shintani courses and workshops Security check Standard CPR / First Aid National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) or equivalent national program Click here for more information. Shintani Kata Clinics Shintani Kata’s Kitagawa taught these kata to Hanshi Shintani Seisho was developed by Hanshi Shintani Eighteen Unique Kata to the SWKKF Clinics Taught by instructors selected by the Shintani Kat a Commitee Range from 1 – 3 kata in a day All members can participate (Juniors, Seniors and Black Belts) In-person or Virtual Online Cost: Junior or Single Kata - $20. Full day Clinic - $50. Shintani Kihon Kumite Clinics Developed by direct students of Hanshi Shintani (Sensei Denis Labbe, Sensei Bruce Perkins, Sensei Ron Mattie, Sensei Jim Atkinson, Sensei Neil Prime, Sensei Brad Cosby, Sensei Danny McCoy) Learn Hanshi Shintani’s favorite Kihon Kumite techniques 36 techniques taught in two clinics Taught by direct students of Hanshi Shintani Video reference is on the Shintani store Cost: $50. Bunkai – Level 1, 2, 3 Developed by Sensei Ron Mattie, Sensei James Freeman, Sensei Darren Humphries, Sensei Kris Reynolds, Sensei Craig McCleary, Sensei Craig Pettie Learn how to analyze the movements in kata to find the underlying fighting concepts behind the techniques and apply them to real self defense situations 3 Levels of Bunkai Level 1: Foundations and concepts involved in analyzing stances, grips and strikes Level 2 (in development): Joint locks, arm bars, break falling Level 3: Open Clinic to analyze and work a kata Can attend any level. Recommended to attend Level 1 as a foundation Cost: Level 1, 2 or 3 - $100. Instructor’s Course - $140. Self Defense – Level 1, 2 Developed by Sensei Darren Marshall to bring awareness 2 levels of Self Defense Level 1 (2 Day clinic): Learning difference between Self Defense, consensual martial arts and sport fighting Environmental awareness Managing adrenal stress Defensive applications Level 2 (2 Day clinic) Passive / Aggressive Stance Vulnerable targets Attack drills Pad drills Ground work Cost: Level 1 or 2 - $100. Sparring Strategies Clinics Developed by Sensei Brad Cosby, Sensei Peter Avino and Sensei Neil Prime 2 Day clinic Increase speed and range of motion Enhance footwork to maximize distancing and timing Identify students' strengths and weaknesses Learn strategies to maximize strengths Learn how to capitalize on opponents’ weaknesses Cost: Full Program - $100. Kyu Belt Participants - $25. Judging Training Phase 1 Certification 6-hour course divided into 2-hour sections Qualify Blue belts and higher as scorekeepers Qualify Black Belts as corner judges Qualify Sandan and up as centre referees Refresher Clinic Ongoing training for our members and volunteers (https://www.shintani.ca/swkkf-programs) 3 ways to offer judging training Night before a tournament Attend full day clinic Online Videos for refresher Phase 2 Focus on scoring techniques and what makes a point Click here for the Online Training Course Phase 1. Click here for the online Training Phase 2 Course . Click here for Tournament Scorekeeping. Shindo – Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Basic Shindo History of Shindo Basic principles Kata: Chonan No Shindo, Shindo Nidan Intermediate Shindo Hand grip transitions Combinations in motion Take downs Kata: Cio Bo Tie Advanced Shindo Shindo Kumite Advanced combinations Kata: Seishin No Shindo Cost: Basic, Intermediate or Advanced - $50. Weekend Clinic - $100. Weekend Clinic Family of 3 or more - $250. Click here for more information Club Startup Initiative Click here for more information Black Belt Clinics & Gradings Kata Clinics Kihon Kumite Clinics Bunkai Self Defense Sparring Strategies Judging Training Shindo Club Startup Initiative Instructor Course and Certification Mail For further information on Clinics, please e-mail Sensei Denis Labbé. To host a clinic or grading download and fill out the Calendar Of Events Form and send it to dlabbe@shintani.ca Also refer to Policies, Procedures & Manuals - Manuals - Judging Training Phase 1 Sport Excel - ZoneQuest Online Sport Excel -- ZoneQuest Online High Performance Program Click on graphic for further information

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

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Introduction of New Shindo Katas Extract from Sensei Denis Labbé (President) letter to the SWKKF Membership Shindo Committee / September 9, 2010 The Shindo Committee is dedicated to the introduction of Shindo into the everyday teachings of our organization's students. However, the Committee is also dedicated to improving and expanding upon Shindo teachings. We are aware of some Shindo kata(s) that exist currently that are not part of the curriculum and wish to explore them and any others that exist beyond our awareness. The Shindo curriculum should be representative of the entire organization as all members have valuable thoughts and input. These kata(s) may be submitted to the Shindo Committee either in person or via video recording. Regardless of the method of submission, a detailed explanation of all important points is to be included. This may include, but is not limited to the following: Stances Grips Target areas Timing Bunkai History and inspiration for the Participating members who contributed to the kata development Any other important information that is relevant If you are considering developing a new Shindo kata a good starting reference point are the Shindo DVDs themselves. They were intended to be instructional tools and cover the necessary Shindo curriculum. Upon receipt of a kata a thorough review will be performed by the Shindo Committee. Once a good understanding is achieved, the kata will be presented to the Senate for approval. The Senate will make their final decision on whether the kata is eligible and appropriate for tournament competition purposes. In addition, the kata may be recommended to be incorporated into the curriculum for Shindo at some level. Shindo is Sensei Shintani’s art and life. All who study karate are in turn studying Shindo and vice versa, whether they realize it or not. Inherently they may seem different but parallels between karate and Shindo are undeniable. With so many skilled karate and Shindo practitioners in our organization the Shindo Committee wishes to draw upon all knowledge. Collectively we all benefit from this mindset. The Shindo Committee would like to thank everyone for their involvement in Shindo. With your support Shindo will continue to grow and prosper. Shindo Reference Manual

Future of Shindo Important What if someone was to ask you, “What does Shindo represent, and what do you learn from it?” Could you answer this question? My answer would be that Shindo represents everything about Master Shintani’s life, and it teaches you the essence of body movement necessary for the style of karate he taught. Shindo was Mr. Shintani’s dream and passion. While holding up a Shindo bo he once stated, “This is my life.” He also once described Shindo as “a gift for all of his students”. The importance of Shindo being practiced throughout the SWKKF is not only to continue the legacy of Mr. Shintani’s teaching, but also for the development of our karate. Anyone who has trained with the Shindo knows that there are no short cuts. Your body has to do the work, your hips have to do the work, or it just doesn’t work! I once heard a comment from an instructor that “Shindo is my lie detector.” This is so true! Fortunately I have been able to travel around the country and work Shindo with a lot of people. It is incredibly noticeable that the students that have been incorporating the karate training with Shindo training stand out due to their strong hip action. I strongly believe this is due to Shindo training. Some of the areas with a strong Shindo curriculum are using Shindo and karate technique to reinforce basics such as double action, hip action, three-point line of force, and posture. What we have been doing in Norfolk as a Shindo workout is to put the Shindo down and work a karate technique or combination, developing all areas needed to make it a strong technique. We then pick up the Shindo and apply the same technique or combination reinforcing everything we had worked while using empty hands (karate). Your posture and hip action should in most cases be the same. Mr Shintani said that the Shindo is an extension of the hands, and everything else is the same. In many dojos across Canada Shindo is amalgamated with karate training. Both arts are practiced together in the regular adult class. We have also brought our junior green belts into this training. This helps students more quickly understand the importance of hip action and line of force. Focus is an-other area that has been improved. I feel this is because of the focus put on target areas and under-standing the intended strike and the line of force it has to take. When you punch, your body is behind the punch, fist, shoulder, and hip (three-point line of force). This is also the basics behind a Shindo strike or block. We have also incorporated a striping system. We currently are using three stripes, white, green, and brown. The white stripe is to be awarded to a student some time between white belt and green belt. During that time all the basics of karate and Shindo are developed to green belt level, and we teach them SHINDO NIDAN kata. The green stripe is awarded between green belt and brown belt. Again, the level of both karate and Shindo are in the intermediate level. At this time we teach students CIO BO TIE kata. The brown stripe is awarded at the brown to black belt level which would be considered advanced. We also teach the SEI SHAN NO SHINDO kata. Currently we are teaching KUSHANKU NO SHINDO kata to the black belts and are starting to see great results in their development in both karate and Shindo. The great thing about this is that instructors not familiar with Shindo but with a good understanding of karate can use the karate to develop Shindo techniques. All it takes is to have an open mind and to be unafraid to use your own thoughts and ideas. The kata are available on DVD, and there are a great many instructors familiar with the katas available for assistance. I feel that the future of Shindo is important and everyone should work Shindo techniques to some ex-tent in their regular class. Mr. Shintani would be very proud to see that the gift he has left us is being developed and his legacy will live on forever through Shindo.