On March 29, 30, and 31, SENSHI Gym Francisco Filho hosted an exceptional training event, gathering athletes from various categories for a camp led by karate world icons Shihan Francisco Filho and Sensei Ewerton Teixeira. This meeting provided a great opportunity for athletes of all levels to improve their skills under the instruction of globally renowned champions.
The camp schedule was extensive and challenging. It began on Thursday, March 29, with two intensive three-hour training sessions focused on pad work and combat technique refinement. These sessions aimed to enhance the athletes’ physical and technical capabilities.
On Friday, March 30, the day started with a sunrise run followed by physical exercises, preparing the athletes for two more training sessions throughout the day, including a morning and an evening session. The camp concluded on Sunday, March 31, with a special two-hour kumite training, offering participants the chance to engage in combat and apply the teachings received.
Beyond the rigorous physical training, the athletes were treated to a motivational lecture by Shihan Francisco Filho, a valuable opportunity to gain insights and inspiration from a living legend of karate. Sensei Ewerton Teixeira augmented the experience with a detailed session on fight strategies, sharing his deep knowledge of the sport’s tactical aspects. These interactions significantly enriched the camp, providing athletes with mental and strategic tools, in addition to physical skills.
The camp not only offered a unique training opportunity under the guidance of Shihan Francisco Filho and Sensei Ewerton Teixeira but also promoted an environment for the exchange of knowledge and experiences among athletes of different levels. The initiative by KWU SENSHI, in partnership with SENSHI Gym Francisco Filho, highlights the organization’s commitment to the development of karate and supporting athletes in their pursuit of excellence.
The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their gratitude for the chance to learn from such respected masters and to share experiences with dedicated peers. This camp represents another significant milestone in the history of karate, motivating the next generation of fighters to follow their dreams with passion and perseverance.
