Ryukyu Kempo East Asian Martial Arts Seminar Saturday, May 1, 10am-3pm Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center 625 E. St. Joseph Street 496-3046 $55 participants, $10 spectators (under 18, free)

Kickn’ karate

Steve Stark, Seibushi, of Kansas and Bill Gossett, Koubushi, of Missouri will teach advanced concepts and principals of the ancient life protection arts of Okinawa karate. Masters with more than 30 years of training, both have traveled the world with Taika Oyata teaching. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Following the seminar, Stark and Gossett will be available to sign Stark’s book, Quest the Ancient Way.