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Western Canadian National Training Camp
WAKO Canada is hosting its first Western Canadian Training Camp and Open Seminar on Sunday June 10th. The camp is open to all levels of competitors. The camp is also geared to elite level athletes looking to qualify for 2018 International WAKO Events including: WAKO PANAM Championship - Mexico WAKO World Junior Championship - Italy WLF China vs Canada - Toronto WLF China Tour and Team Event - Zhen Zhou, CHINA The China Tour is a completely funded event for…
Find out more »3rd National Team Training Camp
Dear Coaches, Athletes and Parents, WAKO Canada has begun our National Team Athlete Selection Process. The third National team camp for Ontario athletes will be Sunday June 24th. PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE. The junior athletes will be at 10 am till 1 pm and the seniors will be from 1 pm till 4 pm. In 2018 there are a number of international competitions - both in Canada and overseas. To have a open, fair and transparent selection process the…
Find out more »WAKO World Junior Championship
The largest and most prestigious international event is the WAKO World Championship. The 2018 WAKO Worlds is focused on cadets, juniors and intermediates (ages 10-18). The WAKO Worlds will be held near Venice Italy from September 15-23rd. There are divisions for all Tatami disciplines (Light Contact, Kick Light, Point Sparring, Musical Forms/Weapons) and Ring disciplines (K1, Low Kick and Full Contact). Athletes trying out for Team Canada are expected to attend the National Championship in Quebec City (April - Point,…
Find out more »East West – Battle Series II
After an incredible Battle Series I event - WAKO Canada is again partnered with the WLF to bring you the most exciting event to be held in 2018! Battle Series II will feature Team China vs Team Canada in a 12 person team match. This event will be held at the PANAM Center in Markham and will be streamed live and aired on the Fight Network. WAKO Canada is selecting 12 athletes based on their performances in 3 competitions and…
Find out more »Halloween Howl
WAKO Canada will be hosting our 3rd tournament as part of the Development Series! The HALLOWEEN HOWL will be held on Saturday October 20th. This event is catered to newer competitors in our Kick Light discipline. The priority of this tournament is to give first time competitors opportunities to compete with other first-time competitors whenever possible. The Drawing Sheet for the HOWL is below: DRAWING SHEET The Event Doors Open at 9 am for Participant and Coaches Sign In Rules…
Find out more »WAKO PANAM Championship
The WAKO PANAM Championships will be again held in a beautiful resort in Cancun MEXICO. With over 25 countries in attendance the PANAMs are expected to be a busy championships with divisions for cadets, juniors, seniors and veterans. The PANAMs are an exciting event that has a great organization behind the event. Being held on a resort is an added bonus! Many athletes travel with their families and friends to enjoy a discounted rate at the 5 star resort the…
Find out more »Level I Coaching Course
The Next Level 1 Coaching Course is scheduled for November 3rd at the WAKO Office in Burlington Ontario. The Coaching Course is a great Professional Development course designed for instructors, coaches, athletes, parents and also anyone interested in learning more about the role of the Coach. The course is a requirement for all corner persons at WAKO approved competition and also an insurance requirement for our club membership. This will also be the last course before the PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP. To…
Find out more »WAKO Ontario Provincial Championship
Dear Athletes, Coaches and Spectators, WAKO Canada is excited to announce that over 130 athletes coming from 29 clubs have entered our 2018 Provincial Championship! Our organizing committee has managed to host all bouts on the Saturday November 10th. Please note the following important information: Location - Japanese Canadian Cultural Center Address - 6 Garamond Ct, North York, ON M3C 1Z5 Weigh in Time - 8:30 am (Kick Light) Weigh in / Medical Time - 9:00 am (Ring Sport) Kick Light…
Find out more »Team Canada Selection Camp
WAKO Canada is excited to announce the 1st Team Canada opportunity for 2019! We will selecting 5 Senior Athletes to travel to Iowa for a Team Event with the WAKO USA National Team. This event will be televised and the travel and accommodations for the athletes will be sponsored by WAKO Canada. This is an amazing opportunity for athlete exposure and a first International Team event for 2019! The following athletes are being selected: Male - 125 lbs, 140 lbs,…
Find out more »Markham Level 1 Coaching Course
WAKO Canada and Elevation Martial Arts and Training Center are hosting a Level 1 Coaching Course for the GTA on Sunday January 13th. The Coaching Course is a great Professional Development course designed for instructors, coaches, athletes, parents and also anyone interested in learning more about the role of the Coach. The course provides educational modules in the following areas: Sport Injury Management Sport Ethics Developing Excellence in Coaching Athlete Planning Sport Psychology The course is open to all clubs. …
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