2026 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test and Karate Seminar

The 2026 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test and Karate Seminar will take place at Tora Shin on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This event will be hosted by Hanshi Ron Downton & Kyoshi-Sei Jenny Downton of the Hombu Dojo, Tora Shin in Social Circle, GA.

Please join us in showing your support for the Black Belts who have worked hard and spent time on the floor for this special day.

Following the black belt exam, there will be a karate clinic in the afternoon, with a grill out and birthday party for Soke in the evening.

Please let us know ASAP if you plan to attend…

Schedule:

Saturday, September 26th

9:00 am – 9:30 am Check-in & Warm Up

10:00 am – Finish Black Belt Exam

Noon-ish- 1:30 pm Lunch

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Afternoon Training Session

Additional IKKU Information:
For information about joining the IKKU—International Karate Kobudo Union—please visit our IKKU Registration Page. We welcome new members to our organization and have 6-10 scheduled events each year. This will allow you direct access to Soke Joseph Ruiz, the founder of the IKKU, and other High-Dan Instructors from the IKKU.

For a complete listing of upcoming scheduled sessions, please visit our Events Page. Here we showcase our upcoming Clinics, Camps, and other opportunities for engagement with the IKKU.