The Gathering of Masters

Announcing the 2026 Pan American Seiwa-Kai Seminar & Shinsa

There is an undeniable magic that happens when our international Seiwa-Kai family gathers on the floor together. After a year of intense individual dedication at our respective home dojos, the time has come to reunite, train hard, and elevate our practice to the next level.

Goju-Ryu Seiwa-Kai Karate of LA is honored to host the highly anticipated 2026 Pan American Seiwa-Kai Seminar & Shinsa right here in beautiful Southern California on November 6, 7, & 8, 2026.

This three-day, intensive training event is designed exclusively for dedicated Seiwa-Kai students across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It stands as a weekend full of high-level instruction, unifying regional training standards, and official international rank promotion.

A black and white photo showing a group of karate students practicing kata at the Pan American Seiwakai Seminar and Shinsa

Direct Instruction from Global Leadership

This year’s event offers a rare opportunity to dissect technical details, master kata bunkai, and immerse yourself in the world of traditional Goju-Ryu. We are thrilled to welcome the global leadership team of Seiwa-Kai International to head our weekend training blocks:

  • Seiichi Fujiwara Hanshi (8th Dan): President and Head Instructor of Goju-Ryu Seiwa-Kai, and Head of the JKF Goju Kai Overseas Committee.
  • Vassie Naidoo Shihan (8th Dan): Vice President of Seiwa-Kai International.

Whether you are preparing for a major promotion or looking to refine the microscopic mechanics of foundational movements like Sanchin and Tensho, the depth of knowledge shared by these masters is invaluable.

A photograph showing Vassie Naidoo Shihan standing in front of a brick wall.

Weekend Schedule & Training Highlights

This weekend balances demanding physical conditioning with deep camaraderie. Please review the schedule carefully to ensure you have the proper gear ready for each session.

Friday, November 6

  •  6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Opening Training Session

Location: Rustic Canyon Recreation Center

Focus: Setting the technical theme for the weekend, focusing on traditional principles, and core forms, and concepts.

  •  10:00 PM | Informal Welcome Dinner

Location: Honbu Dojo

Details: Relax, catch up, and kick off the weekend with traveling dojos. Pre-registration is strictly required to secure a headcount.

Saturday, November 7

  • 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Legendary Beach Training

Location: Lifeguard Station 26, Santa Monica Beach

Note: Please bring an extra gi! Training under the Southern California sun right on the coast is a historic community favorite.

  • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Afternoon Technical Training & Drills

Location: Rustic Canyon Recreation Center

Focus: Kumite strategy, meticulous kata corrections, and rigorous endurance work.

  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Official Banquet Dinner (Enkai)

Location: West Los Angeles / Santa Monica Area (Specific Venue TBD)

Details: An elegant evening of fellowship, good food, and the official presentation of seminar certificates. Space is strictly limited.

Sunday, November 8

  • 9:00 AM | JKF Goju Kai Shinsa

Location: Honbu Dojo (Testing from Shodan to Godan)

  •  1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Final Seminar Training Block

Location: Rustic Canyon Recreation Center

  • 4:00 PM | Seiwa-Kai Shinsa

Location: Rustic Canyon Recreation Center

Attendance & Deadline Details

Attendance is open to karate practitioners from across the Pan American regions (US, Canada, and Mexico).

Shinsa Applications: All official grading and rank promotion applications must be fully completed and submitted directly to your respective home dojo Sensei before October 1st.

Uniform Policy: All practitioners must train in a clean, traditional white Karate Gi featuring official organizational patches.

REGISTRATION LINKS: SECURE YOUR PLACE ON THE MAT

Pre-registration is required through Zen Planner to secure your spot. Make sure to book your training pass and dinner tickets early, as prices increase and space is limited!

Full 3-Day Seminar Pass ($225) — Price increases to $250 after October 31st. Multi-day options available.

👉 Click Here to Register for the Seminar

Friday Night Informal Dojo Dinner ($30) — Pre-registration required for a food headcount. Drink tickets sold separately.

👉 Click Here to Book Your Friday Dinner Ticket

Official Saturday Night Banquet Ticket ($75) — Includes dinner and formal certificate presentations.

👉 Click Here to Book Your Banquet Ticket

For full details regarding local hotel lodging recommendations right down the street from the Honbu Dojo or right on Santa Monica Beach, please review our official event landing page at karateofla.com/seiwakai-seminar-2026/.