3rd JKA PHILIPPINES INTERNATIONAL GASSHUKU & KARATE-DO CHAMPIONSHIP

OVERALL EVENT SCHEDULE

Arrival of Athletes & Officials

• Day 1: Special Gasshuku / Dan & License Exam
• Day 2: Gasshuku (Technical Training)
• Day 3: Elimination Rounds (All Divisions except Advanced Adults & Team Events)
• Day 4: Finals – Advanced Adult Divisions & Team Events

GROUP DIVISIONS

• Group A: Colored Belts → Brown Belts (Kyu Levels)
• Group B: Shodan → Nidan
• Group C: Sandan → Godan

Session 1 8:00 – 9:30 AM

• Group A (Kyu Levels)
  Instructor: Koichiro Okuma
  Topic: “Strong Basics & Correct Form”
  • Fundamental stances (Zenkutsu-dachi, Kokutsu-dachi)
  • Basic punches & blocks
  • Coordination and balance drills
  • Introduction to simple kata (Heian series)
• Group B (Shodan–Nidan)
  Instructor: Koji Chubachi
  Topic: “Kihon Depth & Combination Techniques”
  • Advanced kihon combinations
  • Hip rotation and speed generation
  • Transition drills (forward/backward movement)
  • Timing and rhythm in techniques
• Group C (Sandan–Godan)
  Instructor: Tatsuya Naka
  Topic: “Advanced Kihon – Efficiency & Power”
  • Relaxation vs tension
  • Internal power generation
  • Subtle adjustments for maximum efficiency
  • Precision in kime and posture

Session 2 (Rotation) 10:00 – 11:30 AM

• Group A
  Instructor: Tatsuya Naka Sensei
  Topic: “Introduction to Application (Bunkai Basics)”
  • Simple kata applications
  • Understanding purpose of movements
  • Partner drills (controlled)
• Group B
  Instructor: Koichiro Okuma Sensei
  Topic: “Kata Refinement & Technical Accuracy”
  • Heian / Tekki / Bassai Dai refinement
  • Embusen, kime, and timing
  • Common mistakes correction
• Group C
  Instructor: Koji Chubachi Sensei
  Topic: “Kihon to Kumite Transition”
  • Entry techniques
  • Distance control (maai)
  • Explosive first attack drills

Dan Exam

12:30 - 2:30 PM

(Nidan to Godan)

Qualification Exam

3:00 – 5:00 PM

(Up to Instructor-B, Judge-B, Examiner-C)

Group Photo

Session 1 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Theme: Kihon → Application Transition (Moderate Intensity)

• Group A (Kyu Levels) | Instructor: Koji Chubachi
  Topic: “Introduction to Kumite & Movement”
  • Basic kamae and guard
  • Simple attack/defense (oi-zuki, gyaku-zuki)
  • Footwork and distancing (maai)
  • Fun partner drills
• Group B (Shodan–Nidan) | Instructor: Tatsuya Naka
  Topic: “Practical Bunkai & Close-Range Application”
  • Kata-based applications
  • Kuzushi (off-balancing)
  • Reaction and control drills
• Group C (Sandan–Godan) | Instructor: Koichiro Okuma
  Topic: “Advanced Kata & Interpretation”
  • Tokui kata refinement
  • Deep bunkai concepts
  • Flow, timing, and expression

Session 2 (Rotation) 10:00 – 11:30 AM

Theme: Peak Learning (High Intensity)

• Group A | Instructor: Tatsuya Naka Sensei
  Topic: “Making Basics Practical”
  • Turning kihon into usable techniques
  • Body movement and efficiency
  • Simple but effective applications
• Group B | Instructor: Koji Chubachi Sensei
  Topic: “Kumite Combinations & Timing”
  • Attack combinations
  • Sen no sen / go no sen
  • Reaction drills
• Group C | Instructor: Koichiro Okuma Sensei
  Topic: “Competition Kata – Precision & Performance”
  • Kime, zanshin, embusen
  • Judge expectations
  • Eliminating unnecessary movement

Session 3 (Rotation) 1:30 – 3:00 PM

Theme: Integration & Strategy (Moderate / Smart Finish)

• Group A | Instructor: Koichiro Okuma Sensei
  Topic: “Kata Confidence & Performance”
  • Heian kata polishing
  • Rhythm and confidence
  • Group kata / presentation
• Group B | Instructor: Tatsuya Naka Sensei
  Topic: “Timing, Strategy & Application”
  • Reading opponent
  • Practical timing drills
  • Applying kata in fighting
• Group C | Instructor: Koji Chubachi Sensei
  Topic: “High-Level Kumite Strategy”
  • Tactical fighting
  • Feints, setups, control
  • Match management

Final Registration Confirmation: 7:00 – 8:00 AM

Tournament Briefing: (Athletes, Coaches, Officials)

Competition Proper (Eliminations) 9:00 AM – 12:00 NN

• Kata Eliminations
• Children, Cadet, Junior, Youth

Kumite Eliminations 1:30 – 5:30 PM

Adult Beginner & Intermediate

All divisions EXCEPT:

• Advanced Adult
• Team Kumite
• Team Kata

Morning Session Starts 9:30 AM

• Kata Finals (Selected Divisions)
• Team Kata Competition

Main Events (Afternoon) 1:30 – 3:00 PM

Advanced Adult Championships

• Individual Kata (Male & Female)
• Individual Kumite (Male & Female)
• Team Kumite Events
• Male Team Kumite
• Female Team Kumite