Instructor Certification Program - 2026 (Student)

Elevate Your Teaching: Become a Certified Machida Karate Instructor!

Train directly with Chinzo Machida and master the renowned Machida Karate Method. This is your exclusive invitation to join our instructor family and inspire the next generation of martial artists.

Over three intensive days, you'll dive deep into the Machida Karate methodology and curriculum — learning the precise teaching, class-management, and communication styles that define our approach. This program is built for those ready to stand out as top-tier certified instructors and bring authentic Machida Karate to their own academies.

What You'll Gain:

• 3-Day Certification Program: Complete the official Machida Karate Instructor Certification Program (ICP 2026).

• Worldwide-Valid Certificate: Earn certification recognized globally upon successful completion.

• Unique Methodology: Experience an innovative, dynamic, and practical method refined and tested over the years.

• Elevated Technique: Master the essential details that make Machida Karate a global standard for efficiency, balance, and power.

• Teaching & Leadership Skills: Learn to deliver knowledge in a powerful, engaging, and productive way.

• Comprehensive Materials: Receive complete course materials to support your journey.

• Exclusive Network: Join Machida Karate's private networking group — a global community of elite instructors committed to continuous learning.

This Course Is Perfect For:

• Brown and Black Belt practitioners with a background in Traditional Japanese or Okinawan Karate.

• Blue Belt and up in the Machida Karate style, ready to advance their skills.

• Instructors committed to excellence looking to elevate their teaching, class management, and technical leadership.

• Practitioners seeking community who want to grow through personal development and continuous learning, on and beyond the mat.

Program Curriculum:

Day 1 — Foundations of the Machida Methodology, Essential Kata & Kumite, Teaching Fundamentals

• Check-in

• Welcome & Introductions

• Machida Karate Overview

• Machida Karate Teaching Methodology & Class Structure

• Adult Fundamentals Overview – Kihon and Katas

• Kumite Kata 6

• Adult Advanced Overview – Grappling Concepts

Day 2 — Practical Class Management, Youth Program Strategies, Advanced Techniques

• Recap Day 1 & Day 2 Agenda

• Introductions & Warm-up

• Safety and Risk Management

• Kids Programs Overview – Youth Samurai & Teen Tigers

• Class Management: Setup, Facilitation & Student Interaction (handling challenges)

• Student Retention & Motivation

Day 3 — Movement & Guard Drills, Exams & Technical Evaluation, Closing Ceremony

• Recap Day 2 & Day 3 Agenda

• Fundamental Footwork Drills & Strikes + Belt Exam

• Breakouts – Teaching & Discussion

• Progressive Sparring Development

• Introduction to Machida Karate Tournaments

• Closing Ceremony

Program Details:

• Location: Machida Karate Academy, 24333 Narbonne Ave., Lomita, CA 90717

• Dates: November 4–6, 2026

• Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Daily)

• Program Fee: $850.00

Eligibility & Registration:

Eligibility: Brown or Black Belt in Traditional Japanese/Okinawan Karate OR Blue Belt and up in Machida Karate.

To confirm your eligibility, send proof of your belt certification to machidaacademy@gmail.com with the subject line: "Verification for 2026 Machida Karate Instructor Certification Program." (Machida Karate Blue Belts and up may have this step waived based on internal records.)

Spots are limited — secure your place today!

Note: Participation in this program does not guarantee certification or Machida association status. Certification is awarded upon successful completion and evaluation of the program requirements.