2021 PAN-AMERICAN
SEIWAKAI KARATE
SEMINAR & SHINSA
NOVEMBER 12 – 14
TRAINING SESSIONS
Goju-Ryu Kihon Ido & Partner Drills
Sanchin & Tensho
Kata Instructions
Seiwakai Shinsa
JKF Goju-Kai Shinsa
Beach Training
Advanced Training
NEW USA SEIWAKAI HONBU DOJO
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 60
*MUST BRING PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION TO ATTEND.
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Vassie Naidoo, 8th Dan
Vice President
Seiwakai International
Shihan Vassie Naidoo will be instructing the intricacies of Goju-Ryu Karate basics, Partner Drills and Kata, including the breathing kata Sanchin and Tensho. His expertise in these areas is world renowned. In-person instruction is crucial to learning and improving. For this reason, they are so happy to host the first IN-PERSON seminar in Los Angeles in two years.
Seiwakai Karate of LA are also celebrating the GRAND OPENING of their new Dojo in Westwood Village. Their beautiful new space is ready to welcome us.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
General Training
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Goju-Ryu Kihon Ido & Partner Drills
Sanchin & Tensho
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Kata Instruction Divided by Rank (1st – 5th Dan)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Seiwakai Shinsa (to Godan)
JKF Goju-Kai Shinsa (to Sandan)
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Seiwakai Banquet
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH
9:00 AM – 11:00 am
Beach Training at Lifeguard Station 26 at Santa Monica Beach.
Be sure to bring an extra gi if you plan on participating in the Advanced Training Session at 12:30 PM
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Advanced Training for 5th Dan and Above at Honbu Dojo
PRICING & RESERVATIONS
You will want to RESERVE your spot TODAY!
This will be a limited capacity event. Only the first 60 to enroll will be able to attend. Do NOT procrastinate as this event will sell out quickly.
GOJU-RYU SEIWAKAI BANQUET
MENU – FRESH, HEALTHY, ANTIBIOTIC & HORMONE FREE
*Charbroiled Chicken & Vegetable Kabobs
*Charbroiled Koobideh & Vegetable Kabobs (Seasoned Ground Sirloin)
*Fresh Green Salad
*Basmati Rice
A special Seiwakai banquet with presentation of black belt and seminar certificates will be held on Saturday night. Enjoy chicken and koobideh skewers, basmati rice and salad while catching up with other Pan American Seiwakai members!
GOJU-RYU SEIWAKAI GEAR
It’s time to hit refresh on your Seiwakai gear! We have a new T-shirt debuting just in time for this year’s seminar!
Grading applications must be submitted to your Sensei before November 1st.
- Seiwakai Shinsa (to Godan)
- JKF Goju-Kai Shinsa (to Sandan)
BEACH TRAINING
For those who have not participated in a seminar at the Honbu Dojo before, the beach training at Santa Monica Beach is not to be missed! Beach training is instruction in a combination of basics, kata and sparring techniques on the sand and in shallow water. It is a wonderful opportunity to experience a great workout and camaraderie amongst the natural elements and senses. It is a way of connecting with karate’s spiritual side. Be sure to bring an extra gi if you are planning on participating in the Advanced Training on Sunday.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS WEST LOS ANGELES
We have reserved a group block of 20 double bed rooms at Holiday Inn Express, West Los Angeles. Use group code “Kick Karate.” The flat rate is $159/night and is valid from 11/11 through 11/15. Book before 10/28 to receive this special group rate. Parking is an extra $20/night.
Note: Change the reservation dates to the seminar dates to see the discounted rate.
11250 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 478-1400
TRANSPORTATION
Parking in Westwood Village and West LA isn’t always easy. Don’t worry though! There are LOTS of ways to get around town! Ride sharing with UBER or a taxi is easy and fast. Another option is the Santa Monica Big Blue Bus. With stops within a block of the hotel and dojo, it is an inexpensive and convenient way to get around town.
To UCLA: Bus stop is on the SW corner of Santa Monica and Sawtelle. Exit at the Le Conte stop, cross Westwood Blvd. and head south half a block to the dojo.
To Beach Training: Bus stop is on the NE corner of Santa Monica and Sawtelle. Exit at the Ocean Park stop. Head west on Ocean Park and walk to the beach where you will see Lifeguard Station 26.
SAWTELLE JAPANTOWN
The hotel is conveniently located just north of LA’s Sawtelle Japantown. It is one of the very best streets in Los Angeles for Japanese cuisine. It is also very pedestrian friendly – no need for a car here! Take a stroll through the neighborhood shops, enjoy some of the best ramen in LA and then head out for some karaoke! Here are some top picks:
You MUST be fully vaccinated to participate in the seminar. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required upon arrival. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Los Angeles has a zero tolerance policy relative to vaccinations and masks.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE SEMINAR!
