SANKUKAI’s Kyoka-Rensyu Seminar with Soke Takeshi Kitagawa – May 3rd, 2025
The spirit of traditional Karate was alive and thriving as SANKUKAI successfully conducted the Kyoka-Rensyu Seminar on 3rd May 2025, under the direct guidance of Soke Takeshi Kitagawa. This online seminar marked the beginning of a new chapter in our ongoing commitment to preserve and refine the authentic teachings of Karate-Do.
Karatekas from across regions joined virtually for this high-level training session, which focused on the deep application MAE GERI—. The session was intense, insightful, and inspiring, embodying the spirit of discipline and constant evolution that defines SANKUKAI.
Led by Soke Takeshi Kitagawa, the founder and global head of SANKUKAI, the seminar delivered not just techniques, but also the wisdom and philosophy behind every movement. His teaching emphasized the importance of correct form, timing, distance, and mindset & HOW TO CONNECT BODY AND GENERATE SPEED AND POWER all rooted in the authentic spirit of traditional Shotokan Karate.
🗓️ A Monthly Commitment to Excellence
This seminar is not a one-time event. From now on, Kyoka-Rensyu will be conducted on the first Saturday of every month, giving Karate practitioners a recurring opportunity to upgrade their skills directly from Soke himself. These sessions are a part of our structured training system aimed at raising the technical and spiritual standards of SANKUKAI members around the world.
🎯 For All Serious Practitioners
Participation in at least one Kyoka-Rensyu session is mandatory for those aspiring to take the Black Belt Examination. It serves as a filter for seriousness, a test of dedication, and a golden chance to learn from the highest authority in our system.
🔮 What’s Ahead?
This successful seminar is only the beginning. With word spreading and interest growing, we expect even more aspirants and participants in the coming sessions. The response from this inaugural event has already ignited motivation among students and instructors alike.
🥋 The Beauty of SANKUKAI
The beauty of SANKUKAI lies in its blend of traditional techniques with continuous innovation. Through programs like Kyoka-Rensyu, we offer our members not only structured learning but also direct access to the roots of our art. It ensures that the legacy of true Karate is passed on with purity, precision, and passion.
📝 Stay tuned for updates on the next session!
📩 For registration details, contact your branch instructor.
Let us walk the path of true Karate together – strong, united, and traditional.
