Author Archive for: D. Nacu
Entries by Denise Nacu
Chicagoland Karate-Do Challenge 2019 gathered athletes from across the region and Canada
The 2019 Chicagoland Karate-Do Challenge was held on October 27, 2019 bringing about 250 athletes from from 24 different dojos/clubs, including 1 from Canada, to compete among the best. The CKC was co-hosted by Enso Karate and Nisei Dojo and sanctioned by the Amateur Athlete Union (AAU). The event ran 120 divisions in kihon, individual kata, […]
Enso Karate Athletes Made Waves at the 2017 Honolulu International Karate Championships
We are so proud of the Enso athletes who participated in the 58th All Hawaii State Karate Championships / 2017 Honolulu International Karate-do Championships as part of the AAU US Team on Nov. 18, 2017 in Honolulu, Hawaii. The 8 athletes from our dojo earned 22 medals! See individual results below. Brianna Santucci – 1st […]
2017 Chicagoland Karate-Do Challenge draws athletes from the midwest and beyond
The October 29, 2017 Chicagoland Karate-Do Challenge was a great success bringing together about 250 athletes representing 20 dojos from the midwest and beyond. This AAU sanctioned tournament is co-hosted by Enso Karate and Nisei Dojo. Thank you to everyone who made this experience possible. We hope to see you at future events this year! Stay […]
Adult Karate Students Retreat to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
A special event for the adult karate students of the dojo was held on September 15-17, 2017 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The Adult Karate Retreat took place on the campus of George Williams College and featured karate training sessions and activities to build the bonds of dojo friendship. We had many fine meals together, time for […]
Karate Beach Training 2017 – Fun in the Sun!
Dozens of Enso karate students hit the beach on August 12, 2017 for a fun day of training. At 31st Street Beach, the beautiful Chicago skyline was the backdrop for karate class as the sparkling lake waters hit our feet. Students of all ages and their families attended this annual event. We can’t wait for […]
Enso Elite Karate Team makes strong showing at 2017 AAU Karate Nationals
The Enso Elite Karate Team participated in the 2017 AAU Karate National Championships which was held in Raleigh, NC June 29 – July 1, 2017. Our team took home 47 medals (16 gold, 20 silver, 11 bronze), and many of our athletes landed in 4th or 5th place in huge, tough divisions. We are so proud of how […]
Kaminari Zoku 2016, Enso’s Friendly Flash Mob – Glow Version!
In October 2016, Enso Karate students surprised Chicagoans with a glow version performance of Shotokan kata at one of the city’s most recognized sites. Dozens of adults and kids of all ages joined the group to demonstrate kata in synchrony!
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