Katanas News and Events

There will be no Classes on the following dates

At  Pickering Athletic Centre due to P.A.C Hosting tournaments for Gymnastics
February 4th 5th 2012
May 25th 26th 27th 2012 

Grading dates

Sunday 5:00pm 4th March  2012
Sunday 5:00pm 24th June 2012
Sunday 5:00pm 23rd September 2012
Sunday 5:00pm 9th December 2012 

SSU Canada Announcements

Soke is a Japanese term that is most commonly used as the highest level Japanese title, referring to the singular leader of a school or style of martial art.
Soke are generally considered the ultimate authority within their art, and have final discretion and authority regarding promotions, curriculum, doctrine and disciplinary actions. A Soke has the authority to issue a menkyo kaiden certificate indicating that someone has mastered all aspects of his style.
It is with a sense of great pride that we announce Haruyoshi Yamada 10th Dan Hanshi, President and Chief Instructor has officially attained the promotion to Soke.
“Congratulations Sensei”