We are pleased announce the following results for

Team Budokan at the 2011 WKC World Championships:

John McLaughlin – GOLD – Men’s 42+ Traditional Weapons Kata

SILVER – Men’s 42+ Traditional Kata

  This marks John’s 3^rd time at the WKC Championship, where he continues to dominate the kata divisions.

Amanda Teixeira – SILVER – Women’s Traditional Weapons Kata

  This was Amanda’s first international competition – it definitely won’t be her last!

Doug Knispel – BRONZE – Men’s 35+ Traditional Kata

  This marks Doug’s return to international competition after a 7 year absence.  This was also his first time competing internationally in Kata.

We would like to thank our suppliers for their generous support for our quest for gold at the Worlds. 

Satori Uniforms – www.satori-gi.com

Paragon Travel – Paul Nielsen    www.paragontravel.com

MultiMax Marketing – Richard Brewda  www.multimaxmarketing.com

We would also like to give a gracious thanks to our sponsors:

Richard Teixeira

Paul Kitchener

Michael Teixeira - Axion Insurance www.axioninsurance.ca

Neil Moir

John Romanovich

Micheal Piras

David Teixeira

Alex Teixeira

To everyone who attended our events, bought hats, trained along side us, supported us, encouraged us, taught classes for us and cheered us on – we thank you for your support.  We couldn’t have done it without all of your support.  Once again Team Budokan and the Kitsune Ryu Jiu-Jitsu Kai have distinguished themselves in World Competition. 

The 2011 goal has been met and exceeded.