Treasure Valley School of Karate

Some stories remind us that perseverance is not just something we talk about in karate — it is something people live.

Lexie’s journey to qualifying for the WUKF World Championships in Romania has been anything but easy. Recently, her life changed unexpectedly when she became wheelchair bound after a sudden medical situation. What should have been a normal day quickly became a difficult and uncertain chapter filled with doctors, questions, pain, and major life adjustments.

Then, in the middle of that hardship, came incredible news: Lexie had qualified and was selected to represent as part of the AAU USA National Karate Team at the WUKF World Championships in Romania.

That moment represents more than an invitation to compete. It represents years of training, sacrifice, resilience, and the courage to keep going even when life becomes overwhelming. Lexie has continued to show the heart of a martial artist — determination, humility, strength, and a willingness to keep moving forward.

We are incredibly proud of Lexie and excited to support her as she prepares for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent Team USA on the world stage.

With this opportunity also comes significant travel, competition expenses and unexpected medical expenses. We are currently raising funds to help Lexie cover the remaining costs for travel, lodging, registration, and participation in Romania. Every donation, share, and word of encouragement helps make this journey possible.

Thank you to everyone who has already supported Lexie. Your kindness, generosity, and encouragement mean so much.

Please help us continue to support Lexie as she prepares to represent Team USA in Romania. 🇺🇸🥋🌍

Ways to donate:
Venmo - https://www.venmo.com/u/tvskarate
GoFundMe - https://bit.ly/26WUKFWorlds
Memo: "Lexie Worlds"

We wanted to share a quick update with everyone. Unfortunately, Drew will not be able to attend the WUKF World Championships in Romania this year due to an injury he sustained while competing at a tournament. We are proud of him and look forward to seeing him heal, come back strong, qualify again, and compete next year! He is still teaching and helping in classes and being the best role model to all the students. 🇺🇸🥋

We are still raising funds to help cover the remaining costs from Drew’s qualifying tournament, as well as help Lexie travel to Romania and participate as part of Team USA AAU Karate.

Thank you so much to everyone who has already donated, shared, encouraged, and supported.

Congratulations, Drew!🥋

We are so excited to share that Drew has been invited to be part of the USA AAU Karate National Team! This is an incredible honor and a reflection of his hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

Drew now has the opportunity to represent Team USA at the 2026 WUKF World Karate Championships in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

We are now raising funds to help with travel, lodging, registration, and related expenses. Every donation, share, and word of encouragement helps support Drew’s journey.

Please help us congratulate Drew and cheer him on!

Ways to help:
1) Donate on our GoFundMe page: https://bit.ly/26WUKFWorlds
2)Make a purchase on www.blessedherondesignz.com or have a business make tshirt purchases from it.
3) Contact Drew or Lexie directly
4) Help spread the word and share this post and page.

More ways to donate coming soon!!

Blessed Heron Designz

TVSK is proud to be connected to the legacy and teachings of Hanshi Morris Mack.

This lineage is also connected to Hanshi Kanken Toyama, with roots tracing back through Anko Itosu and Gichin Funakoshi.

At TVSK, we honor these traditions while helping students grow in character, confidence, respect, and leadership.

Tradition gives us roots. Growth gives us wings.

Read more about Hanshi Morris Mack’s story here: https://www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/former-students-remember-yakima-martial-arts-legend-morris-mack/article_b9b9d11c-988b-11e7-a838-dbe97c413565.html

Former students remember Yakima martial arts legend Morris Mack Elida Wagner was weak, partially deaf with a slight speech problem when she began taking karate lessons from Morris Mack, a local martial arts legend who brought the Shudokan fighting

This came together quickly and from the heart. We wanted to invite everyone and make sure everyone had the opportunity to participate to help Shihan Erickson.

Please join us for a special Niseishi Kata Seminar in memory of Shihan David O’Connor and in support of Shihan Kari Erickson during this time of loss.

Niseishi, also known as Nijushiho, means “24 steps.” This seminar will share the WSK version of the kata passed down through Shihan David O’Connor’s teaching and lineage.

Friday, May 15th, 2026
7:00 PM
Libby Middle School
3259 Belmont Blvd, West Richland, WA 99353

Cost: $30 or any donation
All donations will go to support Shihan Kari Erickson.

Whether you are able to attend, donate, or simply share, your support means so much.

And reminder there is a tournament in Richland the day after, May 16th, 2026, in Richland - The Franco Cup

Drew Pomeroy
Vanesa Perkins

Happy Mother's Day to all of our dojo and non mom's.

Have a wonderful day!

Congratulations, Drew!🥋

We are so excited to share that Drew has been invited to be part of the USA AAU Karate National Team! This is an incredible honor and a reflection of his hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

Drew now has the opportunity to represent Team USA at the 2026 WUKF World Karate Championships in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

We are now raising funds to help with travel, lodging, registration, and related expenses. Every donation, share, and word of encouragement helps support Drew’s journey.

Please help us congratulate Drew and cheer him on!

Ways to help:
1) Donate on our GoFundMe page: https://bit.ly/26WUKFWorlds
2)Make a purchase on www.blessedherondesignz.com or have a business make tshirt purchases from it.
3) Contact Drew or Lexie directly
4) Help spread the word and share this post and page.

More ways to donate coming soon!!

Blessed Heron Designz

✨ May the 4th Be With You ✨

From all of us at Treasure Valley School of Karate, we hope your day is filled with strength, focus, discipline, and a little fun too. 💥🥋

Just like any great Jedi, our students train to grow in skill, character, confidence, and self-control every step of the way.

May the 4th be with you as you continue your journey toward becoming the best version of yourself!

✨ Wishing Sensei Drew and Sensei Vanesa a great day at the Region 6 Championships!

Drew, have an amazing day competing. Trust your training, stay focused, and leave it all on the mat.

Sensei Vanesa, wishing you a great day of coaching, leading, and supporting the athletes with the heart and dedication you always bring.

We are proud of you both and cheering you on! 🥋✨

Great training camp/team trials, so far. This is what it's about, seeing how people handle instruction and helping them grow.

There are some great instructors here to help provide more knowledge. So thankful for the and Sensei Mirza for opportunities like this.