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.
To read more about the benefits of and reasons for online training, please click here: Why Online Training?
upcoming SMK events
Sunday Morning Keiko is proud to mark ten years of the annual Florida Winter Keiko with a celebration of our Keiko and weekend of fellowship and goodwill open to practitioners from all styles!
Friday February 21st - Sunday February 23rd, 2025.
Sarasota, FL
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Early registrants receive a discounted rate as space remains open.
Pictured in Brown.
Pictured in Brown.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US
This year’s shirt includes the following quote from Funakoshi Sensei, “Act in accordance with time and change. Techniques will occur when a void is found.”
Pictured in Asphalt.
Pictured in dark grey heather (note this option is a polyester cotton blend)
seminars hosted by others
Seminar with Rick Hotton and Benny Urquidez
past events
California Fall Keiko, November 23 - 24, 2024
hosted by Petaluma Karate Club
standard registration:
SMK members - $150
general public - $175
registration after Nov 9:
SMK members - $170
general public - $195
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.
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
