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Japanese kanji symbol for karate

"The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants."

Gichin Funakoshi


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International Hayashi-Ha Shitoryu Seminars

A karate kumite match from 2009

Technical Seminars for Kata, Kumite, and Kobudo will be held at WKA Bellevue Dojo on October 7th - 9th. Special Guest Instructor Seiji Nishimura, two-time world champion, will conduct the Kumite seminars. Seminars will be open to all ages and levels.


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WKA 45th Anniversary Banquet

Please join us on Saturday October 8th in celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Washington Karate Association. The banquet will be held at the Bellevue Club from 7-10pm. Seating is limited, so please reserve your seats in advance.


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