USA IFK Summer training camp 2023 registration is here

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Make your plans now!

USA IFK Summer Camp with Shihan Monaco

Register here: https://ifsc2023k.myuventex.com

*Each Registrant MUST order "Separate T Shirt/Size" For Each Person They Wish to Have a T-Shirt

Dates: Fri July 21-Sun July 23

Where: Gray Wolf Martial Arts, Holley, NY

What: Multiple Amazing Training Sessions in Kihon, Kata & Kumite including Basecamp sessions at Gray Wolf Martial Arts Dojo, Letchworth State Park Gorge Training Session and Beach Training!

Info: Full wknd pass, day passes, meal information and all registration/fees at the UVENTEX LINK ABOVE

Learn from Shihan Monaco, 8th Dan & President/Founder of the USA IFK, as well as the highest-ranking USA IFK teacher in North America!  Do not miss this amazing opportunity to strengthen your Kyokushin knowledge!

As Hanshi Arneil always said:

"It’s about the Karate! OSU!"

We look forward to greeting you at this amazing training weekend.

In Budo,

Shihan Monaco & Sensei Karl

The 12th IFK Uruguay Summer Camp 2023

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The XII IFK Kyokushin Uruguay Summer Camp took place on March 2-5, 2023.

We had participants from Montevideo, Mercedes, Dolores, Salto, Marindia, and San Carlos; who had the pleasure of being joined by attendees from Brazil and Bolivia represented by:

– IFK Brazil Country Representative, Shihan Jeovaldo Barreto, who was an instructor during the Summer Camp; accompanied by Sensei Julio Goncalvez; and

– IFK Bolivia Country Representative, Senpai Abraham Meruvia; accompanied by Senpai José Meruvia.

Eleven sessions included special training and meetings for instructors and advanced kyus, as well as sessions focussed on kumite refereeing.

A Kyu grades exam was held; and 2 of our colleagues successfully completed their 20 and 25 kumite tests for their 1st and 2nd DAN, respectively.

The dates for the 2024 Summer Camp are being defined, but it will also be held in early March next 2024 year.

 

The XII IFK Uruguay Summer Camp has now come to an end. This Summer camp, alike others, was full of training sessions, courses and camaraderie.

This became an International event as we had the pleasure of kuro obis from Brazil and Bolivia joining our Uruguayan instructors and students. Long training days, some of which started at 5:30 am and ended past 11:30 pm; where we also shared experiences and strengthened friendships.

We did our best to honor Sosai in its 100th anniversary, training by the sea, in the woods, under the sun & the rain; with every Kiai and Oss acting as an energy whenever we started to feel tired.

On behalf of the Uruguayan Kyokushinkai Association, we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who attended, and to our instructors for their great work, evidenced by their students’ performance.

On behalf of Shihan Jeovaldo Barreto and myself, we would like to thank everyone for giving their best and using all their energy in every session.

Domo arigato gozaimashita
OSU!
Shihan Germán Carballo

IFK Chile Summer Camp 2023

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IFK Chile hosted their Summer Camp from 17-19 February in Casablanca under the guidance of Shihan David Pickthall.

IFK members from Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, and Chile participated in the camp and had eight sessions that concentrated on all aspects of the IFK curriculum.

At the grading, there were promotions for:
Sensei German Caru Chile 3rd Dan
Sensei Oscar Sanabria Colombia 3rd Dan
Sensei Fernando Rios Chong Peru 3rd Dan
Senpai Abraham Meruvia Morales 2nd Dan
Senpai Jose Meruvia Morales 2nd Dan
Senpai Catalina Silva Reyes 1st Dan

Congratulations! Osu!

The 4th United States International Kyokushin Championships "Battle On The Boardwalk"

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Over 200 Competitors and 400 Spectators participated in this year's event, representing 48 Different Clubs/Dojos and 6 Countries

The Official Live Stream Replay is Now Available on The USA-IFKK Youtube Page at:

https://www.youtube.com/live/lE5_IQRy_UA?feature=share

Official Standings in Kata, Weapons, and Semi-Contact Kumite divisions are available at:

https://report.myuventex.com/#standings;id=253200

Official Medal Report by Dojo/Club can be accessed at:

https://www.myuventex.com/#medalsReport;id=253200

We would like to express our deepest thanks to all Organizations, Competitors, and Families that assisted in making this year a success! We look forward to seeing you all next year on the last weekend in January of 2024 in Atlantic City.

IFK USA Summer camp 2022

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The USA-IFK held their annual summer camp from July 21st to 24th, led by Shihan David Pickthall, President of the IFK (7th Dan)

On July 21st the Summer Camp began at Gray Wolf Martial Arts in Holley, NY before transitioning to Fighting Spirit Karate in Gardiner, NY for the remaining three days.

Shihan David led a total of 11 training sessions, including Kihon, Kata, and Kumite. Around 75 different participants from 4 Countries attended the camp over the four days of training including Shihan Michael Monaco, USA-IFK President & IFK Board Member (8th Dan).

Camp ended with Dan Grading where 16 candidates from 3 countries successfully passed for the following grades:

Sandan:
Sensei Michael Brotchie (UK)
Sensei Mike Thireos (USA)
Sensei Jack Welsh (USA)

Nidan:
Senpai Reggie Gold (USA)
Senpai Tuari Schenker (USA)
Senpai Lisa Cook (USA)
Senpai Kaitlyn Cook (USA)
Senpai Wojtek Arentewicz (USA)
Senpai Dae'Shaun Moore (USA)

Shodan:
Senpai Benjamin Shannon (USA)
Senpai Asher Rosen (USA)
Senpai Lyric Schenker (USA)
Senpai Jack Dunphy (USA)
Senpai McDarren Paschal (USA)
Senpai Brian Marchena (ARUBA)
Senpai Richa Rai (USA)

The USA-IFK would Like to Thank Shihan David, Shihan Monaco, the Entire IFK Organization, and USA-IFK Staff for making this year's camp a possibility.

Shihan David Pickthall Zoom

Shihan David Pickthall Autograph

Photos by USA-IFKK, Bill Steward and Tom Dunphy

The XI Summer Camp IFK Kyokushin Uruguay

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The XI Summer Camp IFK Kyokushin Uruguay took place on March 10-13, 2022.

As in previous years, Dojos from different cities of our organization gathered to celebrate being able to train in person together. Training sessions started before sunrise and continued throughout the day, with additional sessions at night. Different scenarios, including the beach, tatami, grass, and a special one surrounding a campfire at night, made this a unique experience.

This year we had participants from Montevideo, Mercedes, Dolores, Salto, Marindia and San Carlos. In addition to the 10 sessions, special training and meetings were held for instructors and advanced kyus.

Exams for KYU grades and DAN grades were held, with 3 of our colleagues successfully earning their 1st DAN.

Like every Summer Camp, this one left us with unique memories that will be treasured for years to come, and anecdotes that we will share over time!

On behalf of everyone, I want to thank each of the participants for their time, commitment and dedication; and above all for the positive energy at all times.

Families are also to be thanked for their continued support, as well as the instructors for their dedication and commitment.

 We will see each other in 2023 for our XII Summer Camp!

OSU!

Sensei German Carballo

IFK Uruguay began 2022 with a national seminar

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IFK Uruguay began 2022 with a national seminar for instructors at the Hombu (Abumi Dojo) on Saturday 8th.

Sensei German Carballo, Country Representative, led the morning and afternoon training sessions focussing on keep improving and standardizing technical aspects of the IFK syllabus throughout the different dojos.

In addition to training, sessions also covered:

- Goals for the organization and for each individual dojo and instructor, which were shared and discussed

- National plan and key events in the 2022 agenda

- Refresh session on kumite referee rules

Instructors from all the dojos attended coming from Montevideo, Canelones, Maldonado, Salto and Soriano.

Return to Battle on the Boardwalk, III

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Return to Battle on the Boardwalk III

USA IFK Tournament

SAVE THE DATE AND MAKE YOUR PLANS TO ATTEND!
*details, registration coming soon

Saturday, January 29th, 2022
Tropicana Hotel
Atlantic City, NJ
-Semi-Knockdown Kumite
-Elite Knockdown Kumite

Stay tuned for details & we’ll see you on the Boardwalk in 2022!
Osu!

In Budo,

Shihan Sean Schenker
USA IFK Chairman