Karate Alberta (KA) is the only government recognized association for Karate in Alberta. By becoming a member of KA your club will stand out over other clubs. With a Karate club on every corner, membership in KA will give your club that extra level of credibility.
Other benefits of membership include:
- Access to Karate specific NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) courses and certification.
- Access to Safe Sport Training courses and certification.
- Access to a large Karate community (approximately 1,000 in Alberta and over 20,000 in Canada).
- Access to Martial Member software system for club and member records management.
- You become a member of Karate Canada. Karate Canada is a not-for-profit corporation constituted under Part II of the Canada Corporations Act, with the objective of describing and incorporating all activities related to the promotion, organization, regulation and popularization of the sport of Karate all over Canada, of protecting the physical and emotional health of athletes, and of promoting the interests of Karate throughout Canada. KC is the only Heritage / Sport Canada-recognized National governing body for the sport of Karate in Canada.
- Become a member of the World Karate Federation (WKF) which is the only Karate organization that is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
- Access to Karate tournaments under the WKF rules. (50+ clubs compete in Alberta).
- Access to world class coaches and officials outside of your style association.
- Access to Officials courses and opportunities to become nationally/internationally certified.
- Athlete Assistance Funding for athletes on the Karate Alberta Provincial Team who meet the eligibility requirements.
- It is a policy that all Head Instructors complete a police check including a vulnerable sector check every three (3) years. Child safety is an extremely important value within KA and all of its members. This policy is in place to help ensure that this value is enforced. Demonstrate to parents of prospective students that your club holds these same values.
- Club Commercial General Liability Insurance ($5 million) including Athletic Accident Claims coverage.
- KA Club Membership Certificate (with annual renewal).
- KA Membership Cards (upon request).
- To hold office, subject to the Bylaws, to vote, subject to the Bylaws, to attend and participate in the meetings and affairs of the Association, subject to the Bylaws.
- Participation in sanctioned competitions/activities, training camps, or clinics of the Association.
- Participation in other events associated with the Association.
- Province-wide referral service for member clubs, including internet website listing.
- Promotion of Karate through social media and other media channels, including event coverage and member achievements.
- Advocacy on behalf of club members on issues that impact Club Members in general.
- Access to tatami mats and tournament kits rental – fees apply for transportation and damage.
