Chito-Ryu Association of Ontario (CRAO) Mission and Objectives

CRAO Mission Statement:

To preserve and promote Chito-Ryu karate-do in Ontario within an environment that fosters communication, integrity, and co-operation per the Chito-Ryu philosophy of “Isshin” (one heart).

CRAO Objectives:

  • Work with guidance from the CRAO Technical Committee to support their vision for preserving and protecting Chito-Ryu karate-do
  • Work with guidance from the CRAO dojo heads to support their efforts to teach Chito-Ryu karate-do and retain/grow membership
  • Work with guidance from other provincial organizations, our national organization (CCRKDA) and our international organization (WCRKF) to promote Chito Ryu karate-do events
  • Work with guidance from the CRAO Technical Committee to organize and facilitate CRAO Tournaments
  • Promote Chito-Ryu karate-do as an enjoyable and healthy activity for persons of all ages
  • Communicate with the CRAO Technical Committee to develop and maintain a CRAO annual event calendar
  • Promote and communicate Yudansha seminars hosted in Ontario
  • Facilitate and administrate Yudansha Evaluation/Pre-Test and Grading processes in Ontario