training opportunities and seminars, in person and online
online training
Live Online Training with Rick Hotton Sensei - broadcast from the Sanctuary
Sunday Morning Keiko online training:
We offer live classes on Zoom taught by Rick Hotton Sensei, one class each weekend, alternating days and times to be accessible for time zones around the world. These classes are open to all, regardless of style, experience level, or affiliation. Advance registration is required. Sunday Morning Keiko members receive a discount on the fee.
For the schedule and instructions to register, visit the Google calendar or the Facebook event page.
or email us at info@sundaymorningkeiko.org to register or with any questions.
West Wind Karate Dojo online membership:
We also offer remote membership in Hotton Sensei’s West Wind Dojo, with weekly live classes on Zoom. Hotton Sensei guides students through the curriculum he teaches at his home dojo, developed from 50+ years of his own practice and unique approach.
The material is introduced in the same order as students would be taught in person, adaptable to the prior experience level of each student. Class size is limited to allow for individual feedback. Membership is open to all.
For more information about this program, please visit this page: West Wind Dojo online membership
or contact us at info@sundaymorningkeiko.org.
Individual and Small Group online sessions:
Book lessons for yourself or a small group for individualized training and feedback from Hotton Sensei on Zoom. Sessions are one hour. The schedule varies and is flexible. Fee is $80 per student for individual session, $60 per student for two in a session, $50 per student for three in a session. Contact us at info@sundaymorningkeiko.org to discuss details.
upcoming SMK events
Join us for two days in Petaluma California to explore Hotton Sensei’s movement philosophies which entwine Shotokan with principles of other karate styles, as well as other martial arts such as aikido and various forms of kobudo.
Students of any style and level are welcome!
Hosted by Karen MacDonald Sensei’s Petaluma Karate Club.
The official event shirt for the fourth iteration of the California Spring Keiko. It features the Western Redbud (Circis occidentalis) , as well as the following quote of Ueshiba Sensei, "Your heart is full of fertile seeds, waiting to sprout."
Offered in three color, please see pictures for color names.
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Relaxed fit
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Athletic heather is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
• Other heather colors are 52% cotton, 48% polyester
• Relaxed fit
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Crew neck
The Enso for this year features a wreath designed with the Western Redbud (Circis occidentalis), a small deciduous tree/shrub found in the mountains and foothills of Northern California. It blooms in the spring with vibrant pink flowers and its leaves turn red and gold in the fall. This framed print is perfect for anyone wanting to have to secure their own framing afterward.
The Enso for this year features a wreath designed with the Western Redbud (Circis occidentalis), a small deciduous tree/shrub found in the mountains and foothills of Northern California. It blooms in the spring with vibrant pink flowers and its leaves turn red and gold in the fall. This unframed print is perfect for anyone wanting to get participant signatures or wanting to choose their own framing.
• 100% certified organic cotton 3/1 twill
• Dimensions: 20″ × 14″ × 5″ (50.8 × 35.6 × 12.7 cm)
• Capacity: 6 gallons (23 l)
• Weight limit: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
• Open main compartment, flat bottom
• Metal wire-o binding
• 140 dotted pages
seminars hosted by others
Seminar with Rick Hotton and Benny Urquidez
past events
2024 Florida Winter Keiko - February 23-25, 2024
Sarasota, FL
Sunday Morning Keiko is proud to host the ninth annual Florida Winter Keiko! We welcome practitioners from all styles to join us in a celebration of our keiko and a weekend filled with fellowship and goodwill.
Registration is now open, with first come first served discounted rates for early registrants.
The original artwork for the 2024 Florida Winter Keiko event was inspired by and includes the following quote from Ueshiba Sensei, "Your voice is a very powerful weapon. When you are in tune with the cosmic breath of heaven and earth, your voice produces true sounds."
The Enso for this year features both the full moon and waves, while the event logo features the sound waves of a coyote using its own voice in conversation with the moon. This is the first keiko event art one can listen to.
2023 California Fall Keiko - Sept 30-Oct 1
Petaluma, CA
Join us at Petaluma Karate Club to learn with Rick Hotton Sensei, exploring the principles of quality movement in karate, including instruction in some of the less commonly practiced kata in Shotokan and how they can deepen understanding of kihon and kumite in a holistic way.
2023 California Spring Keiko May 6-7
At Petaluma Karate Club, Petaluma, CA
Two days of training with Rick Hotton Sensei and Melissa Bell Sensei.
Location: Petaluma Karate Club (click to visit dojo website)
2023 Florida Winter Keiko February 24-26
In Sarasota, FL, at the dojo and the beach
Taught by Rick Hotton Sensei and Scott Langley Sensei
2022 California Fall Keiko
November 12-13
At Petaluma Karate Club, Petaluma, CA
Two days of training with Rick Hotton Sensei.
2022 California Spring Keiko
April 30 - May 1, 2022
at Petaluma Karate Club, Petaluma, California
Four sessions, two full days of training
Instructor: Rick Hotton Sensei
7th Annual Florida Winter Keiko
A technical seminar presented by Sunday Morning Keiko February 25th-27th 2022 at the Sarasota Budokan in Sarasota, Florida.
Featuring Scott Langley Sensei and Rick Hotton Sensei.
To host an event contact info@sundaymorningkeiko.org
