01 /AGES 4–6
JUNIOR
CHAMPIONS
A first step into karate. Begin building the foundations of movement, focus, and learning together.
Explore class timesGibbons & Redwater, Alberta
STRONGER.
IN EVERY
WAY.
More than a martial art. A practice for life.
Discover traditional Chito-Ryu karate at Yobukan.
AGES 4 & UPBEGINNERS WELCOMEEST. 2009
TRADITION. PRACTICE. PROGRESS.
CHITO-RYUKARATE
DŌTHE WAY OF KARATE
DŌTHE WAY OF KARATE
A BLACK BELT IS A BEGINNING.KEEP GROWING.
ROOTED IN TRADITION.
RESPECTDISCIPLINECONFIDENCECOMMUNITY
01 THE YOBUKAN WAY
Traditional roots. Local spirit.A PLACE TO TRAIN.
A PLACE TO BELONG.
Every journey begins with showing up.
From a child’s first class to an experienced student’s next chapter, Yobukan brings people together through the practice of Chito-Ryu karate.
Our story began in Gibbons in 2009 and grew to include Redwater in 2013. Today, the same idea guides us: make room for dedication, respect, and steady progress.
Find your starting point
2009
“A place where warriors are developed.”
The meaning of Yobukan. Named by Tsuyoshi Chitose in Canmore, Alberta.
02 FIND YOUR PRACTICE
Start where you are.SMALL STEPS.
LASTING STRENGTH.
Young or adult. New or experienced.
Build a practice that grows with you.
JUNIOR
02 /WHITE & JR YELLOW BELTS
A STRONG
FOUNDATION
Your practice starts here. Learn the fundamentals and take your first steps through traditional karate.
Explore class times03 /YELLOW BELTS & ABOVE
ROOM
TO GROW
Keep refining your technique, deepening your understanding, and working towards your next milestone.
Explore class times03 MAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF
Two communities. One practice.YOUR DOJO.
YOUR NEXT STEP.
Choose your location and find a class.
We’ll help you take it from there.
Landing Trail School
5301 37 Avenue, Gibbons, AB
Side entrance
WEEKLY TRAINING
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
Junior Champions
Ages 4–6
6:00–6:40 PM
Foundations
White & Junior Yellow belts
6:45–7:30 PM
Continuing practice
Yellow to Green belts
7:30–8:15 PM
Advanced practice
Blue to Black belts
8:15–9:00 PM
All times are local.Questions? Get in touch ↗
Please confirm the current schedule with the dojo before your first visit.
04 PEOPLE BEHIND THE PRACTICE
Experience passed on.GOOD TEACHERS.
LIFELONG STUDENTS.
Learn from instructors whose own
practice continues, every day.
HEAD INSTRUCTORGODAN · 5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT · SHIHAN
SENSEI
JUSTIN RYBIE
With over 30 years of karate experience and a history of international competition, Sensei Justin brings a deep commitment to the art and the people who practise it.
He leads Yobukan’s instruction, helping students build their own relationship with traditional karate.
Connect with Sensei Justin
SANDAN · 3RD DEGREE · SHIDOIN
SEMPAI JENNY RYBIE
Over 25 years of Chito-Ryu training and international competition experience.
Email JennySHODAN · 1ST DEGREE BLACK BELT
SEMPAI BARRY MAHER
Training in Chito-Ryu since 2012, continuing the tradition of learning and teaching.
Do I need any karate experience?
No previous karate experience is needed to begin. There are classes for white and junior yellow belts, as well as separate Junior Champion sessions for ages 4–6. Contact us and we’ll help you find the right starting point.
Which class is right for me or my child?
Junior Champions is for ages 4–6. Other sessions are organized by belt level. Let Sensei Justin know the student’s age, any previous experience, and your preferred location so he can advise on class placement.
How do fees and registration work?
Training is organized into semesters: September–December, January–March, and April–June. Annual association membership and uniform fees are separate. Contact the dojo for current tuition, family rates, and availability, then complete the registration forms below.
Registration formsHow can parents get involved?
The Yobukan Karate Club Parents Association supports club activities and the wider dojo community. Speak with the instructors about current opportunities, or connect with the club through our Facebook group.
Visit our Facebook groupEVERY JOURNEY HAS A FIRST STEP.
YOURS STARTS
WITH A HELLO.
Tell us a little about yourself, or your child.
We’ll help you find your place on the floor.
READY TO REGISTER?
Confirm your class and current fees with us,
then download your forms.