JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION / AMERICAN FEDERATION

REPORT FROM THE END OF THE YEAR MEETING AT THE LKA. 12/13//2008 - End of the Year Training at JKA American Federation HQ. The end of the year training has been held on December 13th at the JKA American Federation HQ in Metairie, Lousiana. The dojo floor was filled with members from all over the country to train with Master Mikami to conclude 2008 JKA American Federation training strong. The strong spirit of the members gave a sense for a great year going into 2009.
12/13//2008 - US Team Clinic Fund Raiser at JKA American Federation HQ. A special class was held as a fund raiser for the US Team to travel to the JKA Funakoshi Gichin World Cup in September, 2009 (Tokyo, Japan). The classes were open to all members, and it was taught by several 2009 US Team Members: Lane Nevils, Devin Fadaol, Ray Samana, Dimitri Papadopoulos, and Tony Nakamura. Each member taught a short segment and introduced his/her techniques, training methods, and philosophy that has been acquired as a result of Master Mikami's instructions over many years. Turnout was great, and members who attended the class enjoyed the class greattly. This event will continue to be offered at several seminars and clinics throughout 2009.

12/14//2008 - Instructor Training Program Held at the HQ. The instructor training program was held at the JKA American Federation HQ in Metairie, Lousiana on December 14th, 2008. The class was very successful with active trainees, graduates, and auditors attending this very valuable class. Master Mikami went over 15 Katas, and he also lectured on several topics on what it means to be a Karate instructor.