News & Events

USA Karate Magazine

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Our own Kamran Madani was on cover page of last USA Karate magazine. The article has some fine pictures of him and an interview. To download and read the entire magazine please click:
USA Karate Magazine

In addition of his fine performance in Japan, Kamran also represented USA Karate in recent world championship in Madrid, Spain. He defeated his opponent from Taipei and Germany and came short of point with Iran. His Iranian opponent later lost in semi final against Ukraine which took away Kamran chance of fighting for repechange and bronze medal.

He also fought in team Kumite against Jordan and won his match 4-0 but the combination of all other fights did not let US team to move up to the next level.
In addition of being a student Kamran is also having a full schedule of competition ahead of him for 2019. But in the meantime he will be competing in North American Cup this weekend in Mexico. This competition is also a qualification for Pan American Games for next year in Peru. Although the points from this prestigious competition will not accumulate towards ranking, but still it is considered as a continental Olympic Games.
We would like to wish him good luck for this weekend and all other competitions. We are proud of his dedication, accomplishment and thrive towards excellence.

Rocky Mountain Gasshuku

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The IMA Gasshuku is returning to The Inn at Silver Creek in Granby, Colorado on Sept. 28-30 2018.

The Inn at Silver Creek is 110 miles west of Denver International Airport. The approximately two-hour drive from the airport along I-70 and US-40 West takes you into the Rocky Mountains on your way to Granby.
We have invited some previous year instructors as well as some new instructors to make this camp another memorable event for everyone.

Reservation and Rates:
It is recommended that each individual (or family) planning to attend the Gasshuku call The Inn at SilverCreek to make their own reservations. This will enable each family or individual to satisfy their particular needs and desires for accommodations. In order to receive the special rate, it is necessary to call reservations and mention that you are with “RMG” (Rocky Mountain Gasshuku).

We have a selection of rooms blocked until September 5, 2018 at the following prices: King at $72, Studio (Sleeps 2 to 4) at $82, Loft (Sleeps 4 to 6) at $102, Studio Suite (King connected to a Studio) at $128 and Master Suite (King connected to a Loft) at $145.

We are also providing another accommodation for those who would like to try a different place to stay as well as the overflow hotel consideration. Please refer to the camp booklet for entire information.

YOU MUST CALL to make the reservation with our group rate. After September 5, 2018, the rooms will be released into general inventory.
You may continue to book at the discounted group rate based on availability until your day of arrival. The number of participants at our camp has been growing every year and we are expecting many more participants than previous years. There are a limited number of discounted rooms so please make your reservations as soon as you can.

Please click to download the entire booklet:2018 Camp

World University Championships

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FISU, the official world university organization hosted the 2018 world university championship in Kobe, Japan from July 19-22, 2018.
USA was represented by 8 athletes in this high prestige and intense competition. Participants from all over the world competed in their category with restriction of being a college/university student in their country and could not exceed 25 years old age.

Our own Kamran represented USA Karate in -84Kg. He defeated his opponent from Czech Republic, Poland and Kosovo in the elimination to make his way to final match against Australia. In his final match which was live televised by Japan television, he defeated Australia 2-1 and took gold medal home.

We are very proud of his accomplishment and wish him more success on his journey to premier leagues, world championship and Olympic. We hope his recent medal is only a beginning of many more gold medals.

Since his return he was busy with lots of social media attention and was interviewed by many TV stations. If you miss seeing him in the local channel, here are some links to watch them again.

CBS Colorado
9 News inverview

And if you are up at 7:00am on Friday 3rd of August, turn on TV and watch the Fox channel. There will be a live broadcast of him and his accomplishment.
Way to go Kamran!

Black Belt Dan Testing and Summer Potluck

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Black Belt Dan Testing & Summer Potluck on June 23rd!

Join us on June 23rd as we once again celebrate those junior and senior IMA students who will be testing for their next level of black belt.

The Dan testing will start at 8:30am and will last until about 3:00pm. Everyone is encouraged to come by the dojo and support the students during their testing. And please note: the normally scheduled youth and adult classes will not be held on this day.

Following the Dan testing, all IMA members and their families are invited to join us for a potluck celebration picnic at cross street Park from the dojo in Louisville. The picnic is from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. We will be providing food and drink but please bring a dish to share as well. Please also check with Sensei Madani for any question in regard for food and refreshments.

See you all there!

Rocky Mountain Championship

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The “2018 Rocky Mountain Championship” date is set for May 5-6.

The 24th anniversary of this championship promise to be even greater than previous years and with many other states and international confirming their participation, will provide another unique opportunity for all ages to have a great competition.

Whether a junior, senior or master competitor, you will most certainly find this tournament a wonderful experience.

Plan on also participating at the Referee Course on Saturday to get updated of the newest rules of competition as well as sharpen your technique for the competition by participating at the unique Kumite clinic on Saturday May 5th at the IMA HQ.

Please visit the web site to download all forms, get information or process all on line registration.
We hope you will join us!

Competition web site