June 5-6 | Starting at $45Guest Instructor: Don Sharp Sensei – 7th Dan JKA
June 5–7, 2026 | Calgary, Alberta
ABOUT THE SEMINAR
We are honored to invite you to the JKA Empower Academy Summer Seminar, a unique opportunity to train under one of Canada’s most respected JKA instructors. This seminar will focus on authentic JKA standards in: • Kihon (Basics) • Kata (Forms) • Kumite (Sparring) Participants will also develop discipline, respect, strong character, and true karate spirit. This event is open to all karate practitioners and welcomes participants from different dojos and organizations.
WHY ATTEND?
• Train with a JKA World Champion
• Improve your technique and confidence
• Experience high-level karate instruction
• Connect with a strong karate community
Don Sharp Sensei (7th Dan JKA) is a highly respected:
• JKA A-Level Instructor
• JKA A-Level Judge
• JKA A-Level Examiner
He trained in Japan under Yasuo Sakurai Shihan and achieved international recognition as a:
🏆 JKA World Kumite Champion (Osaka, Japan – 1996)
With decades of experience teaching across Canada and internationally, Sharp Sensei brings a powerful combination of technical excellence, traditional values, and inspiring leadership.
ABOUT SHARP SENSEI
SATURDAY – JUNE 6 9:00–10:00 AM → Orange Belts & Up 10:00–11:30 AM → All Belts 11:30–12:30 PM → Lunch Break 12:30–1:30 PM → All Belts 1:45–2:45 PM → Orange Belts & Up 3:00–4:00 PM → Grading
FRIDAY – JUNE 5 6:00–7:15 PM → All Belts 7:20–8:45 PM → Orange Belts & Up
SCHEDULE
FULL SEMINAR Dan Level: $205 (7 classes) Adult Kyu: $145 (5 classes) Junior Kyu: $90 (3 classes)
FEES
DROP-IN Adults: $45/class Youth: $35/class
• 10% Early Bird Discount (before May 1, 2026)
• 15% Family Discount (additional family members – full seminar only)
DISCOUNTS
JKA Karate-Do Academy
#2 12127 44 ST SE
Calgary, Alberta
LOCATION
IMPORTANT INFO
• Registration Deadline: May 29, 2026
• Grading participants must attend at least 50% of the seminar
• Registration is confirmed upon payment