Northern Seishin Karate Academy

04/17/2026

This feels incredibly REAL!
Sensei Kris Shelswell and Sensei Diane Diep-Thai
was recognized on their successful grading, thereby was awarded to the rank of YONDAN
(4th Degree Black Belt).

Thank you Shihan Benoit, Shihan Ian, Shihan sly,
Sensei Elaine for all your dedicated support, teaching wisdoms and endless encouragements.
Your influences is very much valued and appreciated.

Karate is a journey of choice. The art in
Martial Arts learning and training can often be difficult and this challenges every Karateka.

If you are lucky to be taught and mentored by
knowledgeable teachers, it is half the battle, a pursuit to achieving personal growth is attainable
through the application of hard work and commitment. Stay humble to your study and character.

A heart felt Thank You to all the Senseis and Karatekas we have met over the years, students, friends, everyone who have impacted, motivated and supported us on this path. Especially, our families. Grateful!

- Sensei Diane Diep-Thai

04/16/2026

A special Thank You to Shihan Sly for his depth of knowledge and insightful lesson. He demonstrated
in context, the applications in Kata. The students had gained valuable Bunkai understanding.
It is a privilege for our dojo to warmly welcome Shihan Sly. He took time off from his busy schedule to travel from Oromocto, NB. The Senseis and students always enjoy your visits. Much appreciation.

- Sensei Diane

01/05/2026

Classes resume
Tuesday January 6/26
WELCOME BACK!
New Year, New Goals!

12/11/2025

CONGRATULATIONS! A milestone, a personal goal,
a dedicated challenge, a new year achievement……
Our students had set their endeavoured goals and ultimately, deservingly had attained success at our
December 2025 Promotion Grading. 👏👏

Special Thank you to Shihan Benoit and all our incredibly committed, generous, talented, selfless
Senseis and Sempais for their continued teaching and support. Your contribution to the dojo is truly inspiring and appreciated.

Thank you to all our dojo families for your support, encouragement and unwavering efforts to elevate our community dojo.

With so much gratitude, strength and love to all
as we head forward into 2026, our 8th Anniversary!
Time flies thinking back to the beginning.
Grateful!! ❤️

I would like to wish all families a upcoming
Happy Holidays filled with warmth, happiness,
good health, peace, safety and blessings of hope
for a brighter, prosperous and the best of
New year 2026! 🥂🍾🎉

Thank you Isabelle, Lisanne and Jie for capturing and sharing these beautiful, memorable photos.
Much appreciation.

Take care everyone.
Sincerely,
Sensei Diane Diep-Thai

10/01/2025

Goshukan Canada Fall Camp 2025.
Our dojo participated at this year’s annual Fall seminar. Leadership, friendship and collaborations of knowledge makes for a great weekend! 👏🥋💯

-Sensei Diane

08/30/2025

01/01/2025

After 5 YEARS at our current location, we have moved to our NEW LOCATION, classes beginning effectively MONDAY JANUARY 6, 2025.

NEW LOCATION - NORTHERN HOCKEY ACADEMY
1351 Kelly Lake Rd Unit F
Sudbury, Ontario
P3E-5P3

Classes will be held MONDAY TO THURSDAY upstairs in the Multi-event room.
NHA is a multi-sports performance training facility, a athletic centre for hockey, basketball, volleyball, has a golf simulator, a fitness centre with gym equipments, Karate classes (Northern Seishin Karate Academy) and many more activities to participate in, a great opportunity to stay active, get fit and have fun!

NEW CLASS SCHEDULE 2025 included in this post.

REGISTRATIONS in person starting 06/01/2025
( for new students only! ) current students are already pre-registered.
First class start at 5:45 p.m. OR
Please contact by Email -
[email protected]

Leave a message for Diane Thai (705) 919 - 1217

NOTE! If you are not in the Monday classes, then your first day back is on Tuesday January 7, 2025!

Thank you for your continued patronage, support and encouragement. Grateful!
Looking forward to seeing everyone at our new location. Exciting changes, new possibilities and the best has yet to come!

Happy New Year to all Senseis, students, dojo families, friends and everyone in our lives. Health, Happiness, Love, Peace and Prosperity!
All the brightest and best of 2025!!!

12/13/2024

CONGRATULATIONS on an outstanding performance in the Teens & Adults at this year end Promotion Grading. Your accomplishments was deservingly recognized. Your constant diligent efforts in training, dedication to improving and individual perseverance has earned you all success!
The journey continues.

Pictures shared by Isabelle Carignan. Thank you.

Sensei Diane

12/13/2024

CONGRATULATIONS to all on your achievements! Triumphant outcome. 👏💯🥋

10/15/2024

Northern Seishin Karate ATHLETIC SPORTSWEAR
ON SALE!!! Do not miss our biggest PROMO DISCOUNTED CLEARANCE on all merchandise!
Sizes and styles limited, get it while it last!

10/04/2024

Black Belt classes united with our good friends and
dedicated Karatekas. Fundamentals, Kata and weapons training was highlighted.
Craig Vokey Shihan students Carolyn, Mercedes and Sara welcomed warmly.
Thank you for a great night of training and laughters!