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.

Brief History of Karate Some of the earliest origins of karate have been traced to the island of Okinawa in the Ryukyu Island chain. It is thought that a native style of self-defense developed here called te, or hand in English. Okinawa is within close distance to the coasts of Japan, China, Taiwan, and Korea. Thus there has been extensive influence from a number of Asian cultures in the subsequent history of this island. Karate as it has developed is thought to be an amalgamation of te with some prominent Chinese martial arts, such as Shaolin Temple Monk fist boxing. In early years, karate was translated as "Chinese hand". (kara = China / Chinese and te = hand) An early event germane to the development of karate, occurred in 1477 during the beginning of the newly formed Sho Dynasty (Reid & Croucher, 1983 ). In order to manage unruly warlords, the king proclaimed a ban on the carrying of swords, and had all weapons, and the warlords themselves, brought to court, where they could be monitored. In 1609 when the Japanese annexed Okinawa, they maintained the ban on the carrying of weapons. However, Japanese samurai were exempt from this edict. It is suggested that during this time both the art of the hand, as well as weapon arts, or kobudo, were developing. The nobility were studying mostly te, and the peasant classes developing weapons systems based upon the use of familiar, and available tools, such as rice flails (nunchaku), mill grindstone handles (tonfa), sickles (kama), and other implements. On Okinawa, te began to develop into three similar, but distinct systems. They were tied to the major geographical regions of Shuri, Tomari, and Naha. Reid & Croucher (1983) state that these differences may have emerged through the divergent influences coming into each region. Shuri-te evolved more from the influence of the harder Shaolin Temple style under the likes of Sokon Matsumura, and Naha-te, these being more closely related to the "inner" Chinese styles. They emphasized the cultivation of ki (a.k.a. chi), or life energy and was fostered by Kanryo Higaonna. In the early 1920's, an Okinawan school teacher under the tutelage of Anko Itosu, named Gichin Funakoshi, was observed by the Japanese Emperor's son performing a display of Shuri-te karate. Funakoshi was subsequently invited to Japan to demonstrate karate for the nation, and later went on to be charged with incorporating it into the regular Japanese school curriculum. Funakoshi's adaptations to shorin-style karate later became known as shotokan, a name adapted from his own authored pen name. In 1935, a multi-style coalition of karate masters met to decide on a common name for their teachings, and "karate" was decided upon, with a slight change in the meaning to "empty hand", a decision which reflects the independent political stance at the time. Tomari-te appears to adopt aspects of both the hard and soft of Shuri-te and Naha-te, and has been associated with Kosanku Matsumora. Towards the late 1800's, the Shuri and Tomari styles merged into what was called shorin-ryu (the small forest school). Shorin is the Okinawan pronunciation of "Shaolin" in Mandarin-Chinese. The shorin-based styles tend to be light and high in stance. Many styles have emerged from this line, including kobayashi-ryu under Chosin Chibana, matsubayashi-ryu under Shosin Nagamine, and the shorin-ryu of Yasutsune ("Anko") Itosu. Naha-te emerged as goju-ryu (hard and soft school) under the development of Chojun Miyagi, with the goju style placing emphasis on breathing and tension. Another school, shito-ryu is a combination of both goju and shorin styles, while uechi-ryu is very similar to goju.

Top of Page Concussion Protocols Health & Safety Education - Safe Sport Training Prevention - Screening Resources Additional Resources SAFE KARATE PROGRAM The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF) Safe Karate Program has been developed to provide Karate-ka of all ages and at all levels of karate development the ability to participate in the SWKKF karate clubs, tournaments and events in a safe environment free from abuse. The SWKKF's mission is to be a family oriented organization which follows Hanshi Shintani’s values to create positive role models. Through the Safe Karate program the SWKKF is committed to creating a culture of Safe Karate through abuse and injury prevention, education, and accountability. Concussion Protocols Concussion Protocols Click The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation has developed the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation Concussion Protocols to help guide the management of athletes who may have a suspected concussion as a result of participation in Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation activities. Purpose This protocol covers the recognition, medical diagnosis, and management of ATHLETES (KARATE-KA) who may sustain a suspected concussion during Karate/Sport activity. It aims to ensure that athletes with a suspected concussion receive timely and appropriate care and proper management to allow them to return back to their sport safely. This protocol may not address every possible clinical scenario that can occur during karate/sport-related activities but includes critical elements based on the latest evidence and current expert consensus Health & Safety Health & Safety Incident Report Form Incident Reports related to injury during club/dojo supervised trainings and/or events. The SWKKF has an online form which can be filled out and submitted online. This will assist the organization should there ever be a need for insurance. Reports will be confidential and will be accessed by the Executive. Education - Safe Sport Training Education Safe Sport Training Click The SWKKF has chosen the Safe Sport Training offered by Coaching Association of Canada. All head instructors, co-head instructors and instructors who teach on a regular basis should take the training. Minimum requirement for each club/dojo, as part of the Club Charter, the Head Instructor is to have the education completed by August 2021. Better practice is to have all instructors complete the training. Prevention - Screening Prevention Screening Instructors and Volunteers Criminal Record Check The SWKKF understands that screening instructors and volunteers is a vital part of providing a safe karate environment. It has become a common practice among sport organizations that provide programs and services to the community. This Policy applies to all individuals whose position within the SWKKF is one of trust or authority which may relate to, at a minimum, finances, supervision, minors, and/or persons with a disability. Not all individuals associated with SWKKF will be required to obtain an E-PIC, a VSC, or submit a Screening Disclosure Form. This is because not all positions pose a risk of harm to the SWKKF, its clubs, or to its participants. The SWKKF will determine which individuals will be subject to screening using the guidelines provided in the policy. "The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation is an inclusive organization and welcomes full participation of all individuals in our programs and activities, irrespective of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, age, marital status, family status or disability. In line with other sport organizations/universities, SWKKF members will be eligible to compete which corresponds with either their sex assigned at birth or their gender identity." Resources Resources Mail Copies of the following resources are available to SWKKF members. Click on e-mail icon. SWKKF Bylaws and Constitution SWKKF Conflict of Interest Policy SWKKF Standards and Ethics Policy SWKKF Harassment Policy Additional Resources Additional Resources You may find the following third party resource also beneficial. Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport

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Wendy & Brittany Logger Memorial Fund Sensei Jim Atkinson Sensei Chris Logger 1 June 2020 The Wendy & Brittany Logger Memorial fund was developed by Sensei Jim Atkinson and Sensei Chris Logger on 27 July 2018. The yearly fund is donated to the SWKKF by the Atkinson & Logger family in honor of Wendy & Brittany Logger. Last year’s fund was $2,500, with the hopes of it growing in the future. Wendy was the wife of Sensei Chris Logger and the sister of Sensei Jim Atkinson. Wendy passed away on 12 October 2016 after battling leukemia. Brittany was the daughter of Wendy & Sensei Chris Logger and the niece of Sensei Jim Atkinson. Brittany passed away 9 months after her mother on July 14 2017. Wendy and Brittany lived in a household influenced by the SWKKF family for many years. Both were involved either on the floor or in helping and planning karate events. Wendy shared the date of her birthday in November with the weekend of the Delhi Karate tournament. She hosted several after tournament socials also held at her house, celebrating both the tournament and her birthday. Wendy and Brittany are remembered by many family members and friends. It is an honor to have been part of creating this wonderful memorial to benefit the SWKKF, an organization we all love. With great pleasure, we are pleased to announce that this year’s fund is $3,000. At the request of the family, this year’s Wendy & Brittany Logger Memorial Fund is to be cared for by the Shindo Committee in the promotion of the Shindo program across North America. The Atkinson & Logger family is most appreciative for the entire generous donation toward this year’s fund. They thank each supporter for helping carry on Wendy's and Brittany’s memory. MEMORIAL FUND SUPPORTERS Chris Logger Nancy & Joe Manning Ed Atkinson Jim & Karen Atkinson (Delhi Karate) Tim McCullough (Port Dover Karate) Lisa Atkinson Rudi Atkinson Sharon Beaulieu Tom Foster (Simcoe South Karate) Darwin Sherman (Tillsonburg Karate)

The SWKKF offers classes based on the teachings of World Champion, Bill “Superfoot” Wallace. Classes are conducted by Superfoot Certified Instructors , Sensei Darren Humphries and Sensei Neil Prime. These are on-line classes (via zoom ) and run on Friday nights from 5:00pm Mountain Time / 7:00pm Eastern Time. It is advantageous to have a heavy bag or standup bag for targeting. A private link will be provided for our club members upon request. You will also be given a link to our private Shintani Karate Superfoot Schools Facebook page. To request the link or to find out more about the classes, please contact: Sensei Darren Humphries: dhumphries@shintani.ca Sensei Neil Prime: nprime@shintani.ca

KARATE CANADA / WORLD KARATE FEDERATION DAN CERTIFICATE REQUEST The Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF) is a Karate Canada recognized association. Based on Karate Canada requirements, a Karate Canada Dan Certificate must be received before a World Karate Federation certificate can be requested. The Karate Canada Dan Certificate request process is as follows: Interested members must be a member in good standing with the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation Interested members must be a member in good standing with the Provincial Sport Organization (PSO). The requirements for certificates from 1st Dan to 5th Dan are: 1st Dan – member of the PSO for at least 1 year. 2nd Dan – member of the PSO for at least 1 year. 3rd Dan – member of the PSO for at least 2 years 4th Dan – member of the PSO for at least 3 years 5th Dan – member of the PSO for at least 4 years and have a club registered with 15 students with the PSO Member completes the application form. Forms are available below for download. Member submits the application form along with an eTransfer for the Certificate to Sensei Darren Humphries (dhumphries@shintani.ca ). Karate Canada will mail the certificate in 4 – 6 weeks (for Karate Canada Dan Certificates and 4 – 6 months for a World Karate Federation Certificate. The Karate Canada and World Karate Federation Certificates is another optional avenue for our members to pursue if they choose to. Our current Dan Grading process remains the same. A Karate Canada or World Karate Federation Certificate can be issued without performing another Dan grading. Please e-mail Sensei Darren Humphries should you need further information. e-mail address: Sensei Ron Mattie (rmattie@shintani.ca ) Sensei Darren Humphries (dhumphries@shintani.ca ) Download Applications Forms: Karate Canada World Karate Federation

SWKKF Club Startup Initiative Thinking of starting a karate dojo? That may be a tough initiative. But the venture is worth it. It could be one of the most rewarding experiences of your karate life. Check with the SWKKF how it can help you and what assistance it offers. Download the form and application to get started. The SWKKF offers a one‐time initiative startup for those who require financial assistance. The following is the eligibility criteria for the program: Must be of the rank of Shodan or up, or under the direction of a Dan ranking sponsor. Must be registered within the SWKKF for a minimum of 3 consecutive years. Must have the recommendation of their Sensei. Must be a new dojo (not an existing dojo or a dojo rename or move). Limited to a one lifetime subscription. Limited to a maximum of $1000. Download Application

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Historical Background of Para-Karate in the SWKKF The initiative for an equitable and fair karate environment goes back to 1985. See the Peter Ciolfi letter at the bottom of the page. 2014 Shintani Athlete with a disability and Shintani Coach become part of Karate Canada National Team and attend WKF World Championships in Bremen, Germany Shintani Coach creates Para Program for Karate Canada 2015 Shintani Athlete with a disability wins Gold at Karate Canada National Championships, Vancouver, BC 2016 Shintani Team includes Para athletes Shintani team competes at US Open winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani Team Para athletes earn medals at the Calgary Karate Cup Shotokan Tournament 2017 Shintani team competes at Irish Open winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani team competes at US Open winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani team competes at Junior International Cup winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) 2018 Shintani team competes at US Open winning Para Medals with Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani team competes at Junior International Cup, winning Para Medals with Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Development and Growth of the SWKKF Para-Karate Committee 2018 : Para-Karate Committee began Membership was established (3 black belts, 1 senate advisor, 1 auxiliary member) The committee’s mandate was written Para-Karate rules and regulations for this event at SWKKF tournaments started to be developed The design of a training workshop for judges was discussed 2019: Mandate approved by the senate Rules and Regulations for Para-Karate division designed with WKF information as a reference Judging clinics started to be available to provide training opportunity This committee was senate approved to stand alone Preparation made for black belt training at black belt workouts 2020: Welland black belt workout hosted a Judging and Supporter training clinic Started development of SWKKF Instructor’s Manual for Para-Karate Started development of training clinics for instructors to become certified Para-Karate Instructors Started discussion on development of grading manual and grading sheets Started development of modified criteria and ranking system for Para-Karate students 2021: Development of videos i.e., how to instruct virtually (tips) Modified criteria and ranking for kyu belts established Guidelines for black belt gradings discussed Proposed budget for National Competition initiated Request for SWKKF website to include Para-Karate section – Manual was posted Began development of international competition guide 2022: Re-design SWKKF website to ensure Para-Karate Program is accessible Started discussion about marketing Para-Karate at local dojos International Competition guide posted on SWKKF website Development of more videos i.e., upper/lower body techniques, two-step flag kumite Begin training clinics for Para-Karate Instructors to become certified Confirm guidelines for black belt gradings Redesign SWKKF Website to provide a Para-Karate Program section that will be accessible and contain all Para-Karate Program resources, manuals and guidelines. Para-Karate at SWKKF Tournaments 2017: South Calgary began hosting Para divisions including Shindo (first division featured 3 competitors) 2019: First Para-Karate event at a SWKKF tournament in Welland (April 2019) Second Para-Karate event at a SWKKF tournament – Nationals (May 2019) 2020-2022 All F2F tournaments were placed on hold due to Covid-19 pandemic and public health restrictions International Para- Karate Competition with SWKKF Representation 2018 Shintani team competes at US Open winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani Team competes at Junior International Cup winning Para Medals with Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) Shintani team member medals in Para weapons with Shindo Shintani Para team member competes kumite on podium in front of 1500 person audience 2019 Shintani team competes at US Open winning Para Medals with two Shintani athletes with a disability (kata & kumite) 2020 Para athletes compete in virtual events, both within and outside the SWKKF 2021 Para athletes compete in virtual events, both within and outside the SWKKF 2022 Para athletes compete in both in person and virtual events, both within and outside the SWKKF Future Possibilities of the SWKKF Para-Karate Program Regular in-person National Tournament with Para-Karate event Active Instructor’s training program Recognized certified Para-Karate Instructors and Judges Recognized SWKKF of Inclusion in policy and practice Increased and active Para-Karate membership in SWKKF April 15, 1985 Sensei Peter Ciolfi Letter on Para-Karate

Scholarships Overview Application SCHOLARSHIPS Wado Kai Student Development Fund Application deadline is 30 June at midnight each calendar year Scholarship Overview The Wado Kai Student Development Fund is proud to offer the following scholarships to the top three applicants who best demonstrate well roundedness in academic accomplishments, extracurricular activities, and karate achievements.: 2 (two) annual scholarships of $1,000 and, 1 (one) annual scholarship of $1,000 (courtesy of the Jean Foster Memorial Fund) Eligibility Criteria The applicant must be a member of the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation (SWKKF). The applicant will either be a student or a parent or a guardian of a student: If the applicant is the student, he/she will be judged on their academic accomplishments, extracurricular activities and karate achievements. If the applicant is a parent/guardian of the student, the application will be judged on: The student’s academic accomplishments and extracurricular activities The parent or guardian’s karate achievements The student must be applying to or continuing in a post-secondary institution such as university, college, technological institute, teacher’s college, etc. The student’s academic success (i.e. grades) must be sufficient to allow admittance into the post-secondary institution or continuance from one year to the next. All sections of the application must be received by June 30, 2022. Email submissions will be accepted until midnight and mailed submissions must be postmarked by the deadline. Proof of acceptance or continuance within the institute will be required before the scholarship is released. Applications are judged on three equally weighted categories: Academic accomplishments Extra-curricular activities Martial arts accomplishments Documents Required for Application: SWKKF Student Development Scholarship Application Form Letter of acceptance or proof of continuance in post-secondary program Official transcript of grades Incomplete applications will not be submitted to the Committee for review. How to Submit Your Application You can submit your entire application either by Regular Mail or by e-mail, but not a combination of both. You have two Application Forms (different formats) to choose from. Please select one. Word App Form pdf App Form Submission via Regular Mail The Wado Kai Student Development Fund 15307 44 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6H 5W4 The postal address is listed in the application package. When submitting via regular mail, please ensure that the application form plus all supporting documentation is in ONE sealed envelope. Submission via e-mail scholarship@shintani.ca The e-mail address is listed in the application package. When submitting via e-mail, the applicant must fill out the application form online, save, and submit it along with scanned copies of all supporting documentation. The Committee will contact the applicant, if originals are required.

Shindo Gradings & Ranking Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Shindo To properly introduce Shindo into your dojo the Shindo committee, under the request of Sensei Shintani, developed Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Shindo programs. For full reference, refer to the Shindo Manual . The following downloads are available on the Shintani Store: Shindo Course outlines - available to all can be downloaded here . Basic Shindo Video (paid download) Intermediate Shindo Video (paid download) Advanced Shindo Video (paid download) Shindo Kata List Below is a list of Shindo Kata guidelines. Shindo Dan-Level Application Forms (Gold Stripe) To download the official application click here. Word Document - PDF Document Completed applications can be sent to the chair of the Shindo Committee. Please ensure before submitting: Student portion is completed fully Instructor portion is completed fully Gradig Fee: $150 + applicable taxes (GST/HST) eTransfer grading fee to payments@shintani.ca Senate - Importance of Shindo The purpose of our letter to you today is to remind you all of a vitally important component of Sensei Shintani and his teachings. Continue Reading What if someone was to ask you, “What does Shindo represent, and what do you learn from it?” Could you answer this question? Continue Reading Future of Shindo Is Important Origins, Principles, and Concepts The art of Shindo was devised by Masaru Shintani Sensei, 9th Dan, in the early 1970’s and he started teaching Shindo to his students in the late 1980’s. Sensei had made the Shindo methods and principles known to Otsuka Sensei who gave it his full endorsement. Continue Reading How to Incorporate Shindo into Your Karate The first step is to just pick up the Shindo and start! Here are some of my personal thoughts on Shindo. Continue Reading The Shindo committee is dedicated to the introduction of Shindo into the everyday teachings of our organizations students. However, the committee is also dedicated to improving and expanding upon Shindo teachings. Continue Reading Introduction of New Shindo Kata(s) Tasks and Goals The Shindo committee has been continuously working at fulfilling the dream Sensei Shintani had for Shindo. The goal is to bring Shindo into the lives of all the students in the federation. Seishin no Shindo I had thought about what kind of a kata that would be good for the Shindo and decided that a Kitagawa kata would best fit the movements of the Shindo as well as capture the essence of Sensei Shintani's movements. Continue Reading Continue Reading