Japan Ways Traditional Shotokan Karate
5721 N. First Street,
Fresno, California, 93710
(559) 432-7817
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News and Announcements

Next Rank Test - New Schedule
The rank test for 10th-9th Kyu (yellow/orange) levels will be held on February 20, 2016 at 11:45am. Recommendations will be given out over the next few weeks. The rank test for 8th Kyu and above (blue and above) is tentaviley  scheduled for March 19, 2016
 
Instructors' Class with Sensei Kwok
Sensei Jonathan Kwok, 8th Dan, Hanshi and Chief Instructor of SKI-USF will be returning to Fresno to teach our Instructors' Class on February 27, 2016 on Saturday afternoon.  Specific class times will be made shortly.

Demonstration - Annual Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association 
Sensei Wong is requesting students who would like to participate in the Annual Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association's New Year Program  contact him or Sensei Martin if they are interested.  The event will be held on March 05, 2016 at the Chinese School located downtown at 2:00pm.

Sweatshirts and T-Shirts

We are now taking orders for sweatshirts (hoodie and crew) as well as long sleeve t-shirts.  Please see the front desk for colors and styles available, as well as pricing.
 
Lost and Found Basket
Please check the lost and found basket at the dojo.  It has been growing and I am sure some of you are looking for that lost towel, shoes, t-shirts, glasses etc.

Notices

SKI-USF Custom Belts and Gis
SKI-USF will be putting together an order to Japan for SKIF for custom gi/belt orders.  Contact Sensei Wong for more info or pricing sheets.

Required Safety Gear
All students must bring mouth guards and kumite hand guards to each class. All males must wear athletic cups.  If you do not have the safety gear, you will be asked to sit during kumite drill and training.


Saturday Morning Training
Those interested in early morning training on Saturdays at 8:00 am, contact Sensei Martin for requirements. Regular classes on Saturdays continue at 10:00am and 11:00am.

Dues
                 
Membership fees are due and collectable the first week of the month.  Please bring past dues current!


Required for Rank Tests

Passbooks and uniform patches are required for all students testing for rank.  Both may be purchased at the front desk in the dojo.


Pictures of Past Events
Photos of past events are available at the pictures link on this website.