Presentation Letter
Karate-Braga
Dear Friends
In 2026, Karate Braga proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary! To mark this historic milestone, this international event is part of the celebrations of 25 years of existence of this club.
The International Seminar Budo Karate returns to Portugal on 5, 6 and 7 June 2026, for the third time in Braga, in a special three-day edition of intensive training. This event will feature Sensei André Bertel, a world reference in Karate.
In response to the wishes of many participants, we will again organise a social dinner on Saturday open to all practitioners and companions. The aim is to strengthen bonds of friendship in a relaxed atmosphere with Sensei André Bertel.
This seminar is a unique opportunity to experience and deepen the true spirit of Karate-Do, integrating past, present and future, now even more meaningful with our club's anniversary.
The presence of Sensei André Bertel, a former direct student of Tetsuhiko Asai Sensei (1935-2006), enriches our knowledge and maintains a unique link to traditional Budo and true Shotokan, recognised and respected worldwide.
We thank the Municipality of Braga, the Union of the Parishes of Real, Dume and Semelhe, as well as all sponsors and all entities and individuals involved, without whom this event would not be possible.
We hope to exceed everyone's expectations and provide a memorable experience. Together, we will make this 3rd International Budo Karate Seminar and our club's 25th anniversary a defining moment on our path in Karate.
Karate Braga
Francisco Pinto
General Information
| Event | 3rd International Budo Karate Seminar |
| Instructor | Sensei André Bertel 7th Dan (Oita, Japan) |
| Organisation | Karate Braga |
| When | 5, 6 and 7 June 2026 |
| Seminar Venue | Real Sports Hall (Pavilhão Desportivo de Real) Rua Padre Manuel Guimarães, 4700-292 Real, Braga, Portugal |
| Dinner Venue | Axis Basic Braga Largo da Estação 30, 4700-223 Braga |
| Seminar Training Schedule | Friday: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm (Instructor and Black Belt Training) Saturday: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sunday: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
| Dinner Schedule | Saturday (June 6th): at 8:00 pm |
| Lunches | Light meal service will be available between training sessions. |
| Graduation | From 6th Kyu upwards |
| Seminar Fee | 25 euros (1 day) 35 euros (full seminar) |
| Dinner Fee (Social with the Sensei) |
25 euros (limited capacity) |
| Merchandising | All merchandising products will be on display on site. |
| Responsibility | The organisation declines any responsibility for accidents occurring during training. |
| Payment details | Account number (IBAN): PT50 0036 0008 9910 0131 1615 2 BIC: MPIOPTPL Account holder: Plantel Positivo - Associação Desportiva e Cultural |
| Contacts | Seminar email: abptkaratebraga@gmail.com Karate Braga club email: karatesemelhe@hotmail.com Karate Braga Messenger: www.facebook.com/messages/t/karatebraga Francisco Pinto Messenger: www.facebook.com/messages/t/franciscojmpinto |
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