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United States Eastern Wado-Ryu
Karate Federation

Preserving the Tradition. Advancing the Way of Peace.

Dedicated to the instruction, promotion, and preservation of Wadō-Ryū Karate-Do across the United States through disciplined training, strong leadership, and a commitment to harmony.

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Welcome to the USEWF

Over 50 Years of Traditional Martial Arts - Est 1968

On behalf of the United States Eastern Wadō-Ryū Karate Federation, we welcome you. Whether you are a student, instructor, or visitor, we invite you to explore the tradition, structure, and community that define our organization.

Our federation is built on the principles of respect, discipline, and continuous self-improvement. Through our dojos and instructors, we strive to uphold the integrity of Wadō-Ryū Karate while guiding the next generation.

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The Way of Harmony

Learn the principles, philosophy, and techniques of Wadō-Ryū Karate-Do.

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Locate affiliated dojos and certified instructors within the federation.

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Our History

Meet the founders and pioneers who began the USEWF.

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Exclusive USEWF events that connect our schools through tradition and training.

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Our History & Tradition

The History of Wado Ryu Karate Do

Wadō-Ryū Karate-Do, meaning “The Way of Harmony,” was founded by Hironori Otsuka and emphasizes blending, timing, and precision over brute force.

The United States Eastern Wadō-Ryū Karate Federation continues this tradition through structured training, certified instruction, and a commitment to preserving the art as it was intended.

Through decades of dedication, the federation has grown to include dojos and practitioners across the region, all united under the same principles and standards.

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Annual C.T. Patterson Championships

Federation-Wide Kata & Kumite Championship

The C.T. Patterson Championships is one of the premier events of the federation, bringing together practitioners from across the region to compete, grow, and represent their dojos.

This annual event highlights skill, discipline, and sportsmanship, while honoring the legacy and leadership within the federation.

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Upcoming Black Belt Examinations

2026 Blackbelt Exams

Black belt testing represents a significant milestone in the journey of a martial artist. These examinations reflect years of dedication, discipline, and commitment to the principles of Wadō-Ryū.

Candidates are evaluated on technique, knowledge, and character, maintaining the high standards of the federation.

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C.T. Patterson Scholarship for Excellence

Supporting the Next Generation of Wadō-Ryū Practitioners

The United States Eastern Wadō-Ryū Karate Federation offers the C.T. Patterson Scholarship for Excellence to assist qualified students in continuing their education beyond high school.

The scholarship is available to Wadō-Ryū students, or their children, who meet the established qualifications and demonstrate both academic commitment and personal discipline.

Recipients are selected by the Scholarship Committee following a review of submitted materials, including a questionnaire and written essay.

Scholarship awards are presented annually at the USEWF Tournament.

Scholarship Information & Application

Karate-Do does not seek to conquer others, but to conquer the weakness within oneself. The Way demands Peace.

- Sensei John V. Patterson, USEWF President

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