🎉 Join Us for a Night of Honor
and Celebration 🎉

We are proud to introduce the 2025 UFAF 5th Degree Candidates who will be honored at this year’s Masters Rank Induction Ceremony.

This prestigious event will take place on Thursday evening, July 17th, immediately following the ITC Kickoff Ceremony. Join us as we recognize the dedication, perseverance, and excellence of our newest 5th Degree Black Belts in this powerful and moving tradition.

Meet Our 2025 MRIC Candidates

Oddgeir Bell

Studio: Fjeld’s Martial Arts Center

Location: Krokstadelva, Norway

Instructor: Kenneth Fjeld

Years in CNS: 15

Joey Escobar

Studio: Joey Esobar’s Zuma Dojo

Location: Malibu, CA

Instructor: Kenny Herrera

Years in CNS: 56

Haakon Fuhre Pettersen

Studio: Fjeld’s Martial Arts Center

Location: Buskerud, Norway

Instructor: Kenneth Fjeld

Years in CNS: 18

Roger Quinlan

Studio: Quartz Hill Karate In

Location: Quartz Hill, CA

Instructor: Kenny Herrera

Years in CNS: 39

David Spears

Studio: Club Karate

Location: Beaufort, SC

Instructor: Chuck Elias

Years in CNS: 17

On Thursday, July 17th, the ITC Kickoff Ceremony will begin the 2025 event, immediately followed by the Masters Rank Induction Ceremony. This is always a powerful moment of tradition, recognition, and inspiration.

After the MRIC, the energy continues with our Welcome Reception—all happening in the same area for your convenience and enjoyment!

Join us for:

🎶 Live music by the “UFAF Band”
📸 Professional photo shoots with Banks Photos (register ahead of time)
🛍️ Shopping at the UFAF Store
🍴 Light refreshments and time to connect with friends, instructors, and fellow martial artists

This is your chance to start the weekend strong—surrounded by the spirit of UFAF, celebrating our community, and creating lasting memories.

👉 Don't wait—register for ITC 2025 before the Early Bird Deadline on June 15th to save your spot and your money!

Early Bird Registration Discount Ends June 15th!

Join us at the Rio in Las Vegas, NV

July 17-20, 2025

ROOMS ARE FILLING QUICKLY AT OUR NEW ITC Venue - The RIO HOTEL AND CASINO

Don’t Delay - Book Your Room Now!
To reserve your room click HERE.

We have a block of rooms at a great discount and we don't want you to miss out on it! Our room block is smaller this year and is filling up quickly! Be sure to book your room before June 15th! After that, there is no guarantee that you will get our discounted rate!!

To reserve your room click HERE.

Not only is The Rio historical but EVERYTHING is fully remodeled! This iconic Vegas destination has been reborn. Critics and online reviewers agree, “The Rio Hotel in Las Vegas is BACK!”