Fonseca Martial Arts

Scenes from the Fonseca Cup: proof it’s never too late to start.

To the moms, dads, and everyone who found karate later in life, you inspire all of us.

Scenes from the Fonseca Cup: our youngest competitors brought the biggest heart!

Still learning but already fearless. The future of karate is in good hands.

Calling all ninjas, superheroes, and spooky creatures! Wear your costume to class this Saturday, October 31, and stop by for candy at every Fonseca Martial Arts location.

We can’t wait to see your best looks!

Scenes from the 13th Annual Fonseca Cup: the speed, the focus, the fight.

Thank you to every athlete who stepped on the mat and gave it everything.

Thank you to Karate Ontario for making the long trip to Chicago for the Fonseca Cup! It was wonderful having you with us. You brought some outstanding athletes, and they added so much to the competition. I hope everyone had a great time and enjoyed the Cup. We'd love to see you back next year! 🇨🇦🇺🇸🥋

Congratulations to our Champions Purse Kata Grand Champion winners!

🥇 Male Kata Grand Champion: Jesus Torres, Fonseca Martial Arts
🥇 Female Kata Grand Champion: Ava Montemayor, Japan International Karate Center (HI)

Each takes home $1,250 from the Champions Purse! Thank you to everyone who donated, and to Banríon Capital Management for kicking it off.

That's a wrap! The 2026 Fonseca Cup was a massive success!

Please join us in offering congratulation to our Inaugural Champions Purse Grand Champion Kumite Winners!

🥇 Male Grand Champion: Joey Tolentino, Fonseca Martial Arts
🥇 Female Grand Champion: Gloria Rosendo, Glenhead Martial Arts

Each takes home $1,250 from the Champions Purse! Thank you to everyone who donated, and to Banríon Capital Management for kicking it off.

The 13th Annual Fonseca Cup is made possible by the generous support of our local businesses that believe in the potential of our talented athletes.

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors, including , Optimum Fitness Formula 7 , and , for their commitment to empowering our athletes to reach new heights!

We're grateful for their trust in our mission and their dedication to fostering a culture of excellence in our community. See you tomorrow at Adversity Volleyball Center in Wood Dale, where the excitement will be palpable and the competition will be fierce!

Get ready to cheer on our athletes as they give it their all and make unforgettable memories.

It takes a village to run a great tournament. We're looking for volunteers for the Fonseca Cup on October 24: announcers, scorekeepers, staging, check-in, and ring helpers. No karate experience needed.

Email [email protected] to join the team.

Look at these proud faces!

Congratulations to our newest promoted students at Fonseca Martial Arts! Certificates in hand, new belts earned, and smiles all around. This is what it's all about.

For our younger and newer students, every belt is a huge milestone. It's built on focus, effort, and the courage to keep showing up and trying their best. These students are learning discipline, confidence, and respect that will carry them far beyond the mat.

Congratulations to each of you. Keep up the great work!