Christian Black Belt Association

05/26/2026

It was an honor to be present when Mr. Van Camp took a few minutes during Koinonia 2026 to recognize and promote a number of his Pyramid Karate black belt students. I didn’t get all the names and ranks, but here are some pics. Congrats to these gentlemen!

Update - promotions were:

Mr Steve Collins - 9th Dan
Mr Steve Leffel- 8th Dan
Mr David Baldock- 8th Dan
Mr Terry Palmatier - 6th Dan
Mr Karl Koch- 6th Dan
Mr. Tom Dugan- 5th Dan
Ms. Sharon Massey- 5th Dan

05/17/2026

In case you missed it at Koinonia this weekend, Soke Collins announced his retirement from Haragei Ryu and pronounced Mr. Fraine as the new Soke of the style. He is now Soke Fraine. Congratulations sir!!

05/17/2026

Winners from the 1st annual padded stick tournament held at Koinonia 2026. Thanks to GM Sgro for presenting and putting this on. A great time was had by all and we look forward to having you all join us next year!

05/14/2026

Koinonia 2026

1 more Day !!!

Check in starts at 3PM

Supper is at 5 PM !

Don’t forget your bedding and towels If staying onsite.

See you there. 😎

05/08/2026

One week to go !

Koinonia 2026, Lake Placid Christian Camp. Hartford City IN.
Theres's still time to register @ CBBAonline.com .

We look forward to a GREAT weekend of training , fellowship and renewal of friends and spirits.

ALL are welcome. We'd love to see more of our Martial Arts friends come experience Koinonia and help continue the tradtions through participation.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Find a legitimate path forward through fellowship, rank integrity, and community for serious martial artists across traditions.

04/28/2026

There is still time to sign up for Koinonia 2026! Not much. But still some. Hope to see you there. Link is in the comments.

01/01/2026

As 2025 comes to a close, we hope and pray that the Lord strengthen and encourage you to serve well in 2026. We are excited for this coming year and all that is in store for the CBBA and it's members. What are you looking forward to in 2026?