American Kang Duk Won

05/12/2026

Gouverneur and Canton student tested for their next colored belt ranks at the Gouverneur Community Center on May 11th. Master Lawlor, Master Palumbo, Mrs. Palumbo, Mr. Jackson and Mr. Huber evaluated students during an hour of formal exercises and self-defense requirements.
Members of the Gouverneur Dojang remain very supportive of all youth and programs offered at GCC!

03/23/2026

The 49th AKDWK International Championships filled the Watertown Family YMCA Fairgrounds facility on Sunday, March 22.
Mr. Richard Adams was recognized as “Karateka of the Year” for his outstanding dedication and efforts!

02/26/2026

Gouverneur class of youth and adults got in a well-focused workout just before belt tests were conducted on February 24th for North Country Dojangs.
After the original YMCA Headquarter’s Dojang, the Gouverneur classes represent the longest running AKDWK programs, started in 1976. “The Tradition Continues!”

12/31/2025

U.S. Military Veterans of the North Country received special gift fruit baskets created by members of AKDWK. The Tradition Continues in Thanking men and women Veterans for their sacrifices and dedication to all of us. VFW Post 1231, AKDWK Dojangs, Gouverneur Community Center, St. Mary and St. James Parishes, and Creation in Wood (artistic baskets) joined in the Christmas gift surprises to 40 Veterans and their families.
Merry Christmas 🎁 to All!! 🎄 🇺🇸🫡

12/17/2025

AKDWK members and their families recently shared much Christmas Spirit at the Watertown YMCA Main Dojang with student belt tests and a full day of Clinic classes.
Instructors taught seminars in self-defense, sign-language, archery,
teamwork, and formal exercises.?A surprise visit by Santa made for a very exciting day of training!!

12/08/2025

On Sunday, Dec. 7, American Kang Duk Won Karate instructors, students, and family members joined their efforts with Watertown YMCA CEO Shawna Cutuli and regional staff to wrap up the “Winter Wonderland” 2025 Festival of Trees.

*(This year’s North Country Festival of Trees supports the construction of a new Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Samaritan Medical Center and children’s scholarships at the Watertown Family YMCA.)

11/19/2025

The 2025 Festival of Trees “Winter Wonderland” (11/28-12/7) in Watertown, NY, will greatly assists Samaritan Medical Center and Family YMCA Youth Programs. AKDWK took part in preparations for this important North Country fundraising event.

11/13/2025

Tests were conducted for candidates at the Gouverneur and Copenhagen Dojangs on November 10th and 11th.
Since area school districts were not in session in recognition of U.S. Veterans Day, both of the testing events offered opening remarks in recognition and appreciation of Our Military Men and Women for their dedication, loyalty, and sacrifices on our Country's behalf. Thank You To Our U.S. Veterans!
Congratulations to students for their belt promotions received.

10/20/2025

09/17/2025

American Kang Duk Won Karate Instructors from New York, Ohio, and Kingston, Ont. met on September 14th, in Redwood, NY, and trained together at their 20th Annual Black Belt Camp.
Classic empty hand forms, sparring techniques, and advanced methods of self-defense were practiced throughout the day. Black Belt Camp History: http://americankangdukwon.org/AKDW_BB_Camp.html
Instructors are now starting new class sessions in their regions as the 2025-26 school begins.