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Support the SWKKF Every Time You Shop at the Hatashita store!
Every purchase you make from Hatashita can help fund the Shintani Wado-Kai Karate Federation — at no extra cost to you!
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It’s simple - when checking out on Hatashita’s retail or wholesale sites, just enter SWKKF in the “Discount code or gift card” box. Or, to make it easier, click one of these special links and the code will apply automatically or click on Stores on the Main Menu (Home Page):
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Retail Orders
Wholesale/Club Orders
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These links automatically apply the code so your purchase counts toward SWKKF funding.
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Whether you're a student, instructor, or parent, every order helps support karate across the country. Bookmark, share, and keep our federation strong. Thank you for your continued support!
Sensei Jeff Gervin Memorial Fund
The Sensei Jeff Gervin Memorial Fund offers grants of up to $200.00 to support SWKKF students seeking to deepen their martial arts training through seminars, courses, or training events in any martial discipline.
The fund is open from May 1 to December 31, 2025, and applications will be accepted on a first come, first-served basis while funds remain. More information and the application form can be found via the QR code or link on the attached poster.
Thank you very much for your support in helping us honour Sensei Jeff’s legacy by continuing to invest in the growth and development of our martial arts community.
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With appreciation and respect,
Sensei Kelsey Mramor
Whitemud Karate Club
Sensei Jeff Gervin Passing
It is with sincere sadness we announce the passing of Sensei Jeff Gervin on Monday March 10th 2025.
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Sensei Jeff was a 7th degree black belt and a long time dedicated member of the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation. He was the head instructor of the club he founded, Synthesis Martial Arts in Boissevain Manitoba and was once a member of the Shintani National team. He also was the Manitoba Provincial Representative for many years and currently a very important contributor to our Governance Committee which created our Strategic Plan..
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Sensei Jeff will be extremely missed by his students & friends in the SWKKF as well as the entire martial arts world.
Our sincere condolences go to his family and friends that he held so dearly to his heart.. They are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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May he rest in peace
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Sincerley, SWKKF Senate
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