Thank you to everyone for a very successful karate camp and test.  Although we had fewer participants this year, the camp was smooth and very spirited.  The graphic below are the results of your Kyu Test.  If you click on the image, it will get bigger and easier to read.  I thought everyone did well and made at least some progress.  Not everyone that tested this weekend earned their next belt, but everyone got better and that is what really counts.  If everyone was always promoted on every test than the ranks and the test would mean nothing.  It takes real effort and hard work to achieve in karate, but all the students at NIKI have what it takes to succeed.  I would also like to acknowledge some new black belt ranks achieved.  Lori Dartez earned her Shodan (1st degree black belt).  Dr. LeAndre Odom and Marco Flores both achieved Nidan (2nd degree black belt).  These are very difficult accomplishments and lifetime achievements, so please let them know how proud you are of them.  I am proud of all the students who tested this weekend for their effort and ability to endeavor.  We do have a few small camp t shirts available at the dojo for $20 each if you would like to purchase one and help out the JKAAF team.  Thank you again.  OSU,  Sensei Scott

The location of the Karate Camp / Test has changed. The camp and test times are still the same. The camp strarts August 4 at 6 pm and the kyu test is Sunday, August 6 at 11:15 am. It will be at the Domingue Recreation Center, 901 Mudd Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70501. I am sorry for informing you of this at the last minute, but I just found out late yesterday. Please make a note for your calendar and GPS. The directions from New Iberia are simple. Take US90 to Lafayette, Turn right on Mudd Avenue, the location is a few blocks down on the left hand side of the road.  If you click on the map it will enlarge.  Thank you.

The 2017 Acadiana / Lafayette Karate camp is scheduled for August 4-6, 2017.  Please find attached a copy of the camp packet to fill out for participation.   Camp Packet  This year's camp will be a fundraiser for the JKAAF team traveling to Ireland to represent the organization.   Please make every effort to attend this important event.  OSU,  Sensei Scott

No Karate Monday 7-3 and Tuesday 7-4 due to the 4th of July holiday.  OSU, Sensei Scott

Here are the result from the Kyu Belt test today.  If you click on the image it will become larger and easier to read.  Everyone made some progress and did well.  If you didn't get the grade you were hoping for, please ask Sensei or one of the other black belts for help and they will make sure you get the information and advice you need to help improve your next test.  Thanks everyone, OSU.

Sensei Scott