Category Archives: Grading

Triumph at the Canadian Jiu-Jitsu Council Black Belt Examinations

Celebrate the achievements of our martial artists who have successfully attained new degrees in their Black Belt journey. The Snow Tiger Martial Arts Association proudly acknowledges the hard work, dedication, and skill demonstrated at the Canadian Jiu-Jitsu Council Black Belt exams. Join us in congratulating our members on their advancements and in thanking the Grading Board for their commitment to martial arts excellence. Continue reading

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Upcoming Events: Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council Technical Seminar and Black Belt Grading Examinations

This post informs members of the Snow Tiger Martial Arts Association about two upcoming important events. First is the Technical Seminar organised by the Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council, which provides an opportunity for members to refine their skills under expert guidance. Second is the Black Belt Grading Examinations, detailing the requirements and logistics for those aspiring to achieve or elevate their black belt status. Both events offer a blend of practical skills and deeper understanding, aligning well with our ethos of continuous learning and community building. Continue reading

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Congratulations to Our Newly Promoted Black Belts!

Hello Everyone, It gives me immense pleasure to announce and congratulate the following Snow Tiger Black Belts for their remarkable achievement. These individuals successfully passed the Kai Shin Karate Association exams on Sunday in Mississauga, Ontario. These accomplishments are not … Continue reading

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New Grading Board Director!

The Directors of the Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council are pleased to announce the election of Sensei Mark Canning as a new Director. Sensei Canning brings many years of Jiu Jitsu experience, extensive technical skills, and a deep commitment to teaching … Continue reading

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Canadian Jiujitsu Council – Black Belt Grading Examinations

Black Belt Grading Examinations will be held on Sunday, November 6 2022 at the Bushido Kai Jiu Jitsu Club. Please see the attached PDF file for more, important information!

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Congratulations

Congratulations to Jeff Weese, a student of Sensei Bev and Sensei Bob Leonard (Trent Valley Karate and Jiu Jitsu) for passing the Sho-Dan-Ho exam. Jeff will now attend a grading on Sunday, July 10 in Mississauga, ON run by our … Continue reading

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Kai Shin Karate Black Belt Examination Results

1st Degree Black Belt Maureen Lepinskie (Bancroft Martial Arts)Melenie Lord (Bancroft Martial Arts) 2nd Degree Black Belt Chris McGargar (Bancroft Martial Arts)Dave Phillips (Madoc Martial Arts)

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Congratulations

Congratulations to Maureen Lepinskie and Melanie Lord, both long timemembers of the Bancroft Martial Arts Club, for passing to the Snow TigerMartial Arts Association's Sho-Dan-Ho. They will have their first degreeBlack Belt test in front of Sensei Guest in August … Continue reading

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Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council Black Belt Examination Results

Shodan, 1st Degree Black Belt Karen Burton (Poirier) Jason Carter Rokudan, 6th Degree Black Belt Lynn Dafoe (Walther)

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Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council Black Belt Examination Results

Nidan, 2nd Degree Black Belt Paul Hilario (Hill) Sandan, 3rd Degree Black Belt Jim Werden (L. Dafoe) Rokudan, 6th Degree Black Belt Gary Hollman (Walther)

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