AFKA Hall of Fame
Schedule
Sat Oct 25 2025 at 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Lynchburg Grand Hotel | Lynchburg, VA
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Join us for a day of excellence, honor, and recognition as the American Freestyle Kaizen Association (AFKA) proudly presents the 2025 Kaizen Hall of Fame Banquet and High Rank Black Belt Testing.This year’s powerful theme, "Samurai Warrior Tenets," reminds us that true martial artists pursue not only physical skill, but also a code of conduct rooted in honor, discipline, and continual self-improvement.
🥋 Schedule of Events
9:00 AM – High Rank Black Belt Testing
Witness elite martial artists demonstrate the culmination of years of training, leadership, and dedication as they test for prestigious upper ranks.
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Training with the Masters
An exclusive opportunity to train alongside Grand Masters and high-ranking instructors. Experience legacy techniques and powerful insights from AFKA’s finest.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – VIP Reception
Mix and mingle with Hall of Fame inductees, special guests, and martial arts legends in a private, elegant gathering before the main banquet event.
🏆 Evening Banquet & Hall of Fame Induction (Time TBA)
A formal celebration recognizing the greatest contributors to the AFKA legacy—those who embody the spirit of Kaizen and the timeless values of the Samurai.
🛡️ This Year’s Theme: Samurai Warrior Tenets
Honorees and participants are encouraged to reflect and embody the following timeless principles:
Gi (Rectitude): Righteousness and integrity above all.
Yu (Courage): Bravery in action, grounded in purpose.
Jin (Benevolence): Compassion and kindness in strength.
Rei (Respect): Courtesy and civility in all interactions.
Makoto (Honesty): Sincerity and truthfulness without deception.
Meiyo (Honor): Upholding one’s reputation through ethical conduct.
Chūgi (Loyalty): Devotion to one’s path, family, and community.
👊 Celebrate the spirit of the warrior. Honor the past. Inspire the future.
Call 434-665-2497 for details and registration.
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Where is it happening?
Lynchburg Grand Hotel, 601 Main St, Lynchburg, VA 24504-1321, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
