Raika Karate Kan

Today marks the end of your training with us at Raika Karate Kan as you prepare to begin a new chapter of your life in the United States with your father.

Although you have trained with us for only three months, you have already shown great dedication, courage, and potential. As a yellow belt, you made us especially proud by recently winning two gold medals in kata. These achievements are a wonderful reflection of your hard work and willingness to learn.

Your karate friends and instructors will surely miss seeing you in the dojo. We are grateful that they had the opportunity to greet you and wish you well on your final day of training.

As you move forward, always remember the lessons you learned at Raika Karate Kan, not only the techniques of karate, but also the values of integrity, respect, discipline, perseverance, and confidence. Carry these lessons with you wherever you go, and use them to face every new challenge with strength and a positive spirit.

We hope that you will continue your karate journey in the United States and keep developing the skills and knowledge you gained during your time with us. Always believe in yourself, work hard, and never be afraid to pursue your dreams.

Lanica, this is not simply goodbye. You will always be part of the Raika Karate Kan family. We are proud of everything you have accomplished, and we wish you and your father a safe journey, a happy new beginning, and the very best in your future.

Continue to shine, continue to grow, and always carry the heart of a karateka.

Good luck and farewell, Lanica!

With pride and best wishes,
Shihan Teodoro I. Belisario
Raika Karate Kan
Integrity • Respect • Discipline

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to Zuri Alison Cosare of Raika Karate Kan for her outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Sports Individual Intermediate Kata (10–11) - Silver
• Traditional Individual Novice Kata (10–11) - Gold
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (10–11) - Gold
• Individual Novice Kumite (10–11) - Silver

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of her hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋🌱 RISING STARS CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT 🌱🥋

Say hello to list of students of Raika Karate Kan — a proud first-time competitor at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026! 🎉

Competing for the very first time, who stepped onto the mat with courage and walked away with:

Revelyn Guhiling
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata- Silver
• Individual Novice Kata- Silver

Yurricane Harrieth Diez
• Newbie Kumite- Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata- Silver
• Individual Novice Kata-Silver

Philip Andrei Sales
• Newbie Kumite- Bronze
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata -Silver

Josiah Jeff Guibao
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Freddie Ramon P. Lanuza
• Newbie Kumite - Bronze
• Individual Newbie Kata- Silver
• Individual Novice Kata- Bronze

Mark Anthony Itliong
• Newbie Kumite- Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata- Silver

Castiel Levi C. Mosqueda
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Ashley Keint Castro
• Newbie Kumite- Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata -Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Silver

Prince Gerard Siong
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Rylven B. Pilapil
• Newbie Kumite- Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata- Gold
• Individual Novice Kata- Silver

Jacob Farell C. Verano
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Silver

Psalm Ronan Balana
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice kata - Bronze

Faith Layco
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata- Silver
• Individual Novice Kata- Bronze

Lanica Maxine Bentijaba
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata Gold

Joseph Karl D. Dongiapon
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Jeira Nerosa
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Jeisha Nerosa
• Newbie Kumite- Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata- Bronze
• Individual Novice Kata- Silver

Samantha Martinez Regencia
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata -Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Silver

Zoe Martinez Infestan
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Emmanuel Escamillan
• Newbie Kumite - Silver
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Derek Te
• Newbie Kumite- Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata Silver
• Individual Novice Kata - Silver

Jemarie Kristel Nuñez
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata - Gold

Sophia Krishna Nuñez
• Newbie Kumite - Bronze
• Individual Newbie Kata- Gold
• Individual Novice Kata- Silver

Francine Daenne Donaire
• Newbie Kumite- Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata- Gold
• Individual Novice Kata- Gold

Mark Stanley Medina
• Newbie Kumite - Gold
• Individual Newbie Kata - Gold
• Individual Novice Kata- Gold

From first class to first medal — this is just the beginning! 💛 We couldn't be prouder of how far you've come!

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of their hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud Shihan, sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to MJ Kael H. Alandy of Raika Karate Kan for her outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Sports Individual Intermediate Kata (10–11) - Gold
• Traditional Individual Novice Kata (10–11) - Silver
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (10–11)- Silver
• Individual Novice Kumite (10–11)- Silver

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of her hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to Jasmine M. Tanguanco of Raika Karate Kan for her outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Sports Individual Intermediate Kata (7 & below) - Silver
• Traditional Individual Novice Kata (7 & below) - Gold
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (7 & below) - Gold
• Individual Novice Kumite (7 & below)- Bronze

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of her hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to Cassiel Nana P. Lisbos of Raika Karate Kan for her outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Sports Individual Intermediate Kata (10–11) Bronze
• Traditional Individual Open Kata (10–11)- Gold
• Individual Novice Kumite (10–11)- Gold
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (10–11) -Silver

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of her hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to Jermaine M. Tanguanco of Raika Karate Kan for his outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Sports Individual Intermediate Kata (8–9)- Silver
• Traditional Individual Novice Kata (8–9)- Silver
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (8–9) - Silver
• Individual Novice Kumite (8–9)- Gold

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of his hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨

🥋⚡ CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT ⚡🥋

Congratulations to Clarkkent D. Bahian of Raika Karate Kan for his outstanding performance at the 5th Shorin Chi Friendship Game 2026 – Sports Karate Tournament! 🏆

• Traditional Individual Intermediate Kata (16–17) Silver
• Individual Intermediate Kumite (16–17, +76 kg) - Silver

Competing in both Kata and Kumite, Raika brought home the Overall Champion award — proof of his hard work, discipline, and the integrity, respect, and dedication we build here at Raika Karate Kan. 💪🔥

📍 CityMall Northtown, Cabantian, Davao City
📅 July 26, 2026

Proud sensei, proud dojo, proud family! Keep shining, Raika! ✨