June 5-6 |  Starting at $45

Guest Instructor: Don Sharp Sensei – 7th Dan JKA
June 5–6, 2026 | Calgary, Alberta

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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

ABOUT SHARP SENSEI

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.

Friday

6:00–7:15 → All Belts
7:20–8:45 → Orange & Up

Saturday

9:00–10:00 → Orange & Up
10:00–11:30 → All Belts
12:30–1:30 → All Belts
1:45–2:45 → Orange & Up
3:00–4:00 → Grading

SCHEDULE

🥋 Training Structure

Beginner Program (White–Yellow)
Includes 3 structured classes:

  • Friday 6:00

  • Saturday 10:00

  • Saturday 12:30

Intermediate & Advanced (Orange & Up)
Full access to all seminar sessions

💰 Fees

Full Seminar

  • Orange Belts & Up: $195

  • White–Yellow Belts: $105

Drop-In

  • Orange & Up: $45/class

  • White–Yellow: $35/class

• 10% Early Bird Discount (before May 1, 2026)
• 15% Family Discount (additional family members – full seminar only)

DISCOUNTS

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JKA Karate-Do Academy

#2 12127 44 ST SE

Calgary, Alberta

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IMPORTANT INFO

• Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

• Grading participants must attend at least 50% of the seminar

• Registration is confirmed upon payment

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