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=Vancouver Karate Odokan=

History

 * Kingsway Shito-ryu Karate-do Odokan practices traditional Shito-ryu Karate-do founded by Kenwa Mabuni (1887-1952). The club originally practiced the Itosukai style of Shito-ryu until the death of Ryusho Sakagami in 1993.  In 1994 the dojo followed Master Seiko Suzuki when he established Shito-ryu Seiko-kai as an independent karate association. In 2004 the club became an independent, unaffiliated Shito-ryu dojo known as "Odokan" (translation: Kingsway Dojo).


 * Kaz Hashimoto and Mark Stacey have been the instructors of Kingsway Shito-ryu since it began in 1987. Both are experienced competitors and have represented Canada as National Team competitors and coaches.  Kaz Hashimoto in particular is recognized as one of the best karate athletes to ever represent Canada, and continues to hold Canadian medal records for his national and international competitive achievements.


 * The experience of the two founders of the dojo has led to the development of an intensive and focused training program. The karateka from Kingsway Shito-ryu boast an outstanding competitive record in provincial, national, and international karate competition.  The students who have excelled in national competition include Howard Chang, Alex Camarda, Peter Gonsales, Chris Sullivan, Ken Kitaoka, Welton Vo, and Tracy Vo - they have established their own standards of success.


 * Many of the dojo's members began training in our junior class, which offers kids under 14 a challenging yet fun forum. Parents often remark about how traditional karate training enhances their children's self-esteem and assists them to excel in other endeavors.


 * Although the emphasis in the dojo is focused on intensive traditional karate training, the activities of the Kingsway club have also always included regular social events such as demonstrations, parties, and group tours.

The Five Shito-Ryu Karate Dojo Rules (Dojo Kun)

 * 1) Be moderate and courteous.
 * 2) Be righteous and have a strong sense of justice.
 * 3) Be modest in your words and actions.
 * 4) Respect others.
 * 5) Karate-Do is a lifetime study.

In Japanese

 * 1) Hitotsu, reigi o tadashiku suru koto.
 * 2) Hitotsu, hito ni meiwaku o kakenai koto.
 * 3) Hitotsu, otagai ni naka yoku suru koto.
 * 4) Hitotsu, sensei senpai no oshie wo mamoru koto.
 * 5) Hitotsu, renshu wa mai nichi suru koto.

Links

 * Karate BC
 * Vancouver Karate
 * National Karate Association