The Swiss Kata Camp will be held on January 30–31, 2027. Naturally, this is a must for anyone who trains in karate—and for those who immerse themselves in kata, it is not a choice; it is a calling!
Official info will come Link – we give you the dates! Useful links:Tomodachi Dojo, Okawa Dojo Baden Also note that poster is not the official one.
You would be hard-pressed to find an equivalent offer that delivers the same level of benefit as this Kata camp. Next year’s instructors are already lined up, and—as always—they are drawn from the very top tier. (Photo: Lithuanian Kyokushin karate fedaration)
This year, we see Anca Wallman (Romania) joining as an instructor, while An Polimeno, Carla Gallati, Ciril Bächli, and Luigi Polimeno are once again serving as organizers and instructors on their home turf.
This kata seminar has taken the karate community by storm, so the vast majority of people are familiar with it. However, not everyone has attended—yet. Naturally, that is something that can be remedied, and 2027 is the year to do it!
Since the instructors for 2027 are already well known, we will take a moment to look at what the seminar might actually entail. (Photo: Lithuanian Kyokushin karate fedaration)
Like the Tomodachi Kata Cup (scheduled for February 21, 2027), this event has become a source of development in Kata—and, not least, of a deeper understanding of Kata. It comes as no surprise that the same key figures are involved in both events. Photo: Okawa Dojo Baden
Just like the previous edition, the 2026 camp was fully booked, featuring top-level international competitors alongside Kata enthusiasts, trainers, and coaches from a total of 11 nations!
You receive every conceivable tip regarding the physical aspects. Strength training focused on technique is not necessarily the same as a standard strength workout; the content here is far more detailed and knowledgeable—representing a long road ahead from a Norwegian perspective. There is also a solid introduction to establishing a secure foundation for performing Kata under pressure. (Photo: Lithuanian Kyokushin karate fedaration)
It is a highly active seminar. As a participant, you are quickly “forced” to challenge yourself to a far greater extent than usual. The follow-up is much closer, and the assignments are sharper and more comprehensive. Everything is executed with Swiss precision, with systematization as a key overarching factor.
Instead of simply drilling a chosen kata—where you might repeat the same mistakes over and over—it is broken down with a focus on detail; you make corrections and address the root cause rather than just the symptom.
Has the writer tried these instructors personally? Yes, and they come highly recommended!