American Budokai International Quarterly Martial Arts Journal and Professional Periodical

ISSUE 02, December 2012

ABI Dojo Focus:

Iron-Warrior Training Center (ABI Hombu)

The Iron Warrior Training Center in Hollywood, Florida is a premiere Martial Arts studio that

focuses on Shintoyoshinkai, Shuri Ryu Karate, Tai Chi, Yoga and Mixed Martial Arts. The Dojo was

established in 1995 under the name of “South Florida Academy of Martial Arts” and is owned and

managed by Professor Rey Perez (7th

Dan – Shuri Ryu Karate, 8th

Dan – Shintoyoshinkai). Professor

Perez is the Menko Kaiden for Shintoyoshinkai. He also serves as a Defense Tactics Instructor for

the FBI, Municipal Law Enforcement, and Military Personnel. In addition, he is the Chief Instructor

for American Shooto for Mixed Martial Arts fighters in Club Fit in Cooper City, Florida.

The Iron Warrior Training Center is the designated “Hombu” for American Budokai International.

The Hombu is the headquarters or main Dojo for the international organization.

In This Issue

ABI Dojo Focus pg 1 Focus Article Roots of the Willow pg 2 & 3

Teacher v Instructor pg 4 Psychology of Combat pg 5

Giri (duty or obligation) pg 6 International Training pg 7

Organizational info pg 8 & 9

Iron-Warrior Training Center 1939 Harrison Street Hollywood, FL 33020

(954) 923-1077

FEATURE ARTICLE:

By: James E. Smith – SanDan Shintoyoshinkai Combat Jiu-jitsu

Classical Meaning

Jujutsu

Jujutsu (柔 術), a term first

used in the 17th century, is the

weaponless martial art of the Samurai. It

has been described as the, “soft”,

“gentle”, “pliable”, or “flexible” art . Mol

gives us a more accurate definition as a

“method of close combat, either

unarmed or employing minor weapons

that can be used in defensive or

offensive ways, to subdue one or more

unarmed or armed opponents.”

Starting as a battlefield art

where combatants were armored with

weapons at ready, jujutsu evolved with

Japan’s cultural climate into a martial art

focused on self-defense against an

unarmed aggressor wearing everyday

clothing. As a battlefield art, senjo

kumiuchi or grappling in armor, the

techniques of the martial schools or ryu

emphasized grappling with an opponent

to throw him down and finish with a

weapon. Due to the relative peace of the

Edo period (1603-1867), seijo kumiuchi

evolved into heifuku kumiuchi, or

grappling in ordinary clothes. This art

was built around techniques for

grappling in street clothes, for striking,

and for disarming opponents. The roots

of Shinto Yoshin Kai Combat Jujutsu

begin in the Edo period and were

therefore considered heifuku kumiuchi.

Yoshin Ryu (楊 心 流)

The deepest classical root of

Shintoyoshinkai Combat Jujutsu is the Yoshin

Ryu. There were two distinct Yoshin Ryuha:

Muira Yoshin or Yoshin Koryu and Akiyama

Yoshin Ryu, both founded in the Edo period.

Muira Yoshin Ryu was founded by Nakamura

Sakyodayu Yoshikuni. Yoshikuni studied Daiin or

Taiin Ryu Jujutsu under his father. He also

worked in a clinic in Bizen as an assistant to a

Chinese doctor. Later, he combined his

knowledge of Chinese medicine and his father’s

jujutsu to create the Muira Yoshin Ryu. Muira

Yoshin Ryu was absorbed into other jujutsu

Ryuha and no longer exists as its own style.

Akiyama Yoshin Ryu became known as the

“willow heart” or “willow spirit” school. Yoshin

Ryu is considered one of the original source

schools of modern jujutsu. It was founded by

Akiyama Shirobei Yoshitoki, a physician from

Nagasaki, sometime between 1651 - 1660.

Akiyama was said to have either traveled to

China or learned various martial techniques from

Chinese immigrants living in Japan. Not satisfied

with these martial skills Akiyama secluded

himself in Tenmangu Shrine in Tsukushi’s Dazaifu

to meditate. Legend has it that on a snowy day

he noticed how the willow trees at the shrine

gave way to heavy snow. Inspired by the willow’s

flexibility, Akiyama named his school Yoshin Ryu,

using the character “yo” (楊) as opposed to

“yanagi” (柳), which indicates the physical willow

tree. “Yo” (楊) has the correct philosophical

connotation, as it infers “flexibility.”

Shin no Shindo Ryu (真 之 神 道 流)

Shin no Shindo Ryu is the next classical root of

Shintoyoshinkai Combat jujutsu. It was founded

by Yamamoto Tamizaemon, a “Doshin,” a

policeman, at Osaka Castle during the latter half

of the eighteenth century. He selected 68

techniques from Yoshin Ryu’s 303 for the core of

his system. This system now only survives in one

of its branches, the Tenjin Shinyo Ryu.

Tenjin Shinyo Ryu (天 神 真 楊 流)

The last classical root of Shintoyoshinkai Combat

Jujutsu is the Tenjin Shinyo Ryu. Tenjin Shinyo

Ryu was founded by Iso Mataemon sometime

between 1810 -1832. Iso Mataemon studied

Yoshin ryu and Shin no Shindo Ryu from the ages

of 15 to 28. After receiving the “okugi” or secrets

of the school, he embarked on a “musha

shugyo,” a type of austerity training that could

include dueling, mountain seclusion or extended

stays at monastic temples. While traveling,

Mataemon was accosted by a number of bandits

(sometimes said to be 100 or more in accounts of

the legend.) He incapacitated his adversaries,

rather than killing them, using mostly “atemi,” or

striking, this incident caused him to redefine his

fighting methods. He stated that kumiuchi was

best for the battlefield, but atemi was best for

day to day life.

Iso Mataemon combined the Yoshin Ryu and Shin

no Shindo Ryu into Tenjin Shinyo Ryu and opened

a dojo in Edo. The Tenjin Shinyo Ryu became

extremely popular, evolving into various

branches. It’s best known being Kano Ryu which

would later become Kodokan Judo. Tenjin Shinyo

Ryu is noteworthy for having branch schools

headed by women at a time when this was

uncommon.

Classical Roots Summary

The classical roots of Shintoyoshinkai Combat

Jujutsu are found in the Yoshin Ryu, Shin no

Shindo Ryu, and Tenjin Shinyo Ryu. From early on

these arts were known for both atemi and for an

above average knowledge of anatomy, a

consequence of its physician founders.

Classical and Modern Jujutsu

Background of the art

Shinto Yoshin Koryu

Katsunosuke Matsuoka was born in Edo on the 26th of December, 1836.

He studied Muira Yoshin Ryu and Tenjin Shinyo Ryu jujutsu, as well as Hozoin Ryu

Sojutsu (Spear Arts), Hakushin Itto Ryu and Jikishinkage Ryu Kenjutsu (sword

arts). In 1864, four years before the Meiji Restoration, Matsuoka created Shinto

Yoshin Ryu (新 道 楊 心 流), meaning “New Willow Spirit School” combining the

remnants of both Yoshin Ryu (Muira Yoshin Ryu and Tenjin Shinyo Ryu) and the

various weapon schools in which he was proficient.

After being shot in the back in the battle of Toba-Fushimi, where he

fought for the Shogun against the forces loyal to the Meiji, Matsuoka escaped to

Ueno village. He took the name Ishijima from his wife’s family, who resided in

Ueno village. Matsuoka opened a dojo, with an adjacent bone setting clinic that

provided financial stability.1 In 1884, he was given official permission to run his

medical clinic and in 1887 was officially pardoned by the Meiji government. It was

at this time that he established the Matsuoka Shindokan dojo, changing the

meaning of Shinto Yoshin Ryu from “New Willow Spirit School”(新 道 楊 心 流) to

“Sacred Willow Spirit School” (神 道 揚 心 流)1. The Matsuoka Shinodkan

became well known for the martial proficiency of its adherents. Matsuoka

Katsunosuke, one of the last personal body guards of the Tokugawa Shogun, died

in 1898.

Inose Motokichi became the 2nd headmaster of the main line of Shinto

Yoshin Ryu. With modern, Western weapons quickly diminishing the practicality

of classical weaponry of the koryu, martial techniques and methods were adapted

to suit Japan’s new climate of modernity. Under Inose’s guidance Shinto Yoshin

Ryu began to evolve with the times, taking on more of the newer Judo model and

abandoning the military/sogo bujutsu methods of old. Inose’s methods appear to

have worked incredibly well; dojo records indicate the large number of students

attending classes at the Matsuoka Shindokan.

Students of Shinto Yoshin Ryu also trained in nearby Shimotsuma at the

Genbukan dojo, under the direction of a licensed student of Motokichi named

Nakayama Tatsusaburo. Nakayama granted a Menkyo Kaiden (免 許 皆 伝), or full

teaching license, to Hironori Otsuka on June 1st, 1921. It is with Otsuka that we

come to the beginning of modern Shinto Yoshin Ryu.

The Japanese fighting arts are often

divided into Koryu (古 流), or Classical,

and Gendai (現 代), or modern; Jujutsu

is no exception. Generally scholars and

historians set the dividing line at the

Meiji Restoration of 1868, with most of

the surviving Koryu belonging to the

relatively peaceful Edo era. Gendai arts

were therefore not for fighting on the

battlefield.1 There is further distinction

made between Bujutsu (武 術 ), or

Martial Arts, and Budo(武 道 ), or

Martial Ways1. A very simplified way to

think of it is that Koryu/Gendai denotes

time and depth of tradition, whereas

Bujutsu/Budo can denote the intent of

training. Bujutsu is about fighting; budo

is about self-improvement, although not

everyone would agree with this

distinction…

Principles of Blocking

Categories of Blocks:

Rigid – bone to bone blocks

Penetration – Bone to muscle blocks

Parry – soft deflective action

Methods of Blocking:

Block followed by a strike

Block and strike at same time

Block is the strike

Levels of Blocks:

Wrist, elbow, shoulder

Ankle, knee, hip

Functions of Blocks:

Avoid injury

Interrupt flow

Inflict pain (cut the mind)

Redirect

Create openings

Prepare the counter

Evolution of Blocks:

Strikes

Locks

Takedowns

Tools of Blocking:

Hands, forearms, elbows, shoulders

Feet, shins, knees, thighs

Classical Blocks:

Upper, Middle, Lower,

Practical Blocks:

Teacher vs Instructors

Martial arts instructors are everywhere. But when choosing a school in which to

train, I would recommend you seek out a “teacher” as opposed to just an “instructor.”

For the sake of clarification, instructors give directions, count to ten, tell you what to

do, when to do it and how long to do it. You can learn something from everyone to

be sure, but true teachers do more than just give instructions or demonstrate difficult

techniques. They change the way we think, act, speak, and perhaps ultimately, make

us better human beings in the process.

I, like many who have devoted the majority of their lives to the study of the martial

arts, have had many teachers. From those with whom I spent decades learning, to

those I trained with for several years, down to those I trained with only once or twice

at a seminar, all taught me something. From the simplest of techniques to the most

invaluable life skills, all contributed in some way to my growth and development in

the three important and integral aspects of the martial arts: These are the martial

arts, martial ways and martial sciences. Allow me to explain the differences.

• Martial Arts – Very simply defined, the “art” we do is fundamentally what

it is called, and what it looks like and how it is categorized such as hard, soft, circular,

linear, mostly kicking, a balance of hands and feet, weapon-based, grappling based

etc.

• Martial Ways – This is more important than the name or the appearance of

the art as this aspect emphasizes the importance of the often life changing values and

virtues of traditional martial arts. It is here that students are taught not only to orient

their moral compass but to live their lives as persons of good character, good

judgment and honor. This is where the code of ethics or life principles, are secreted.

Sadly for some students, these lessons (or ways) are unavailable to them or in other

cases taught by the teacher, but not learned by the student.

• Martial Science – Equally as important as the Martial Ways, it is this aspect

of the arts that governs the efficacy of any given system. This is where the laws or

principles are learned and applied. In other words, the “what makes it work?”

Knowing how to do something is good but understanding why it is done the way it is

and how it functions or fails is better.

If you want to learn techniques, study the martial arts. If you want to better

yourself, study the martial ways. If you want to learn the inner workings of the

techniques and the principles upon which they are based, you’ll need to study the

martial sciences. Only then does the training come full circle and the curriculum

becomes complete. The true warrior is a student of all three.

Three Principles of a Warrior

Principle 1: Never "Kill" a Warrior in Training. Learners are expected to complete a scenario even if hit, stabbed or shot. As a trainer, tell them, "You're not dead until I tell you you're dead!" Don't give up, always win.

Principle 2: Try to Never Send a Loser off Your Training Site. Have your participants go through a scenario as many times as necessary in order to have them succeed. Scenarios designed to make the trainee look foolish or fail just prove that the training designers are incompetent.

Principle 3: As a Trainer, Never Talk Trash about Your Students. Don't ridicule or try to tell funny stories about the last trainee who tried to complete your scenario. Your role as a trainer/leader is not only to pass along knowledge but also to inspire. You cannot do this when you are not respected. If criticism is to be given, give it in private. If praise is warranted, do so publicly.

Although not considered to be a major problem in martial arts, it is nonetheless important to emphasize that killing, when justified and necessary, is not something to be glorified or celebrated. It is just something that is. Being forced to kill another human being is not something we do with a hatred of the crook or glee at their demise. We just do it. We must strive to dispassionately but effectively protect others as well as ourselves.

As a martial artist, an important aspect to

understand is the body's reactions to being

attacked. Interpersonal human aggression

creates a "toxic and corrosive" atmosphere in the

daily work of warriors everywhere. Our bodies

will respond in ways that we may not be able to

control but must understand nonetheless if we

are to competently handle a physical or lethal

threat. Automatic systems designed for

thoughtless survival kick into gear. Adrenaline is

released, digestive processes cease and even

bladder and sphincter control is lost. These are

things to prepare for and not be surprised by,

should they happen when you are defending

yourself.

The automatic systems in place are the

sympathetic (SNS) and parasympathetic

(PNS) nervous systems. The SNS arouses you

to action when necessary and the PNS

works to regain control and establish a

balance in your body. The snapping back of

your body from the arousal to an attempt at

normalcy can be a dangerous condition.

Napoleon said, "The moment of greatest

vulnerability is the instant immediately after

victory." It may not only be a physical

collapse but also a dangerous mental

collapse as well.

The reason for bringing this information to

the reader's attention is to emphasize the

importance of realistic and stressful training

which can create almost an "autopilot"

response to a physical or deadly threat. It is

also important not to allow your heart rate

to climb too much higher than 145 bpm.

Generally, your skill level and reaction times

begin to deteriorate when heart rates go

beyond 145 bpm.

There are possible perceptual distortions that

may occur during a physical or lethal force

encounter. As a martial artist, knowing the

potential physical reactions enable you to

effectively counter these distortions:

Perceptual Distortions in Combat, based on percentage of the population

85% Diminished sound

16% Intensified sounds

80% Tunnel vision

4% Automatic pilot ("scared speechless")

72% Heightened visual clarity

65% Slow motion time

16% Fast motion time

7% Temporary paralysis

51% Memory loss for parts of the event

47% Memory loss for some of the subject's actions

40% Dissociation (detachment)

26% Intrusive distracting thoughts

22% Memory distortions

Mentality of Surviving Lethal Engagements

Encourage your learners not to worry over a 'bad' day of training. Fix the problem, correct the deficiency, strive to improve and move on. The will to do the job of defending yourself is sometimes enough to change a situation from one of having to use lethal force to something less. The determination to perform the ultimate act may be perceived by the intended recipient of your force and in itself be enough to deter their actions. If you've got that steel-eyed certainty in your eyes, the bad guy may not wish to actually test your resolve. You are the weapon; everything else is just a tool. Your resolve to succeed must include the possibility of losing some blood. You can lose a half-gallon of blood and your body will continue to mechanically function. Ceasing to fight before that much blood is lost is due to a lack of will, not lack of hydraulics.

You need three very simple things in order to survive a lethal encounter; the right weapon, the skill to use that weapon, and the mental decision to use that weapon, even if it means that someone may die. This decision must be made well in advance of a time during the confrontation with the deadly threat. At the time you are confronted with violence is not the time to wonder whether or not you can respond with deadly force if necessary.

The Psychology of Combat

The Psychology of Combat

There is an old expression in the martial arts that goes “He looks but he cannot see.” To fully understand this statement we must understand the differences between looking and seeing. Webster’s defines “look” as: “to direct the eyes toward.” Likewise Webster’s defines “see” as: “to understand.” It isn’t enough to simply look in the direction of a technique. We must ask ourselves what is it that we are really seeing. What we endeavor to learn when we see a technique is not merely what it looks like, but rather to comprehend what we are truly seeing in an effort to discover the principle of the technique. When I teach and I notice one student’s understanding of a new technique seems to be much better than other students, I will have that student come out front to demonstrate his technique (from 4 different directions usually) and ask the other students to describe exactly what is it that they are observing. If a student responds with “Johnny is throwing a side kick.” I continue to ask each student to tell me everything they are seeing right down to the smallest subtlety. By doing this we are “peeling away layers” like peeling an onion in an effort to uncover every minute but important detail. Finally, in theory at least a student might respond with “Johnny chambers his knee to his shoulder and pivots into the target as he locks out the kick aligning his heel, hip and shoulder in a straight line, all the while keeping his eyes on his target.” While it may not go quite like that every time, that is definitely an example of attention to detail. The student has described in precise detail exactly what he was seeing and then interpreted it. Now he must ask himself the question: “Am I doing the kick the same way Johnny is?” If the answer is no, then the student must understand the differences and institute the necessary corrections. Over time he improves on the technique and over the course of time, discovers the principle. When a student no longer has to depend on his teacher to explain what is right and what is wrong with a given technique, he is on his way to developing his “Sensei’s Eyes.”

Giri ( Duty or Obligation ) Giri as defined above means our individual obligation. Before the passing of my

teacher, I used to fly him down every year for a big annual seminar. I asked him if he

would prefer a window or aisle seat on the plane and made sure the flight times suited

him whenever possible. I picked him up at the airport, always bowed when we first

made eye contact and carried his bags to the car. As soon as we got in the car I asked

him where he would prefer to eat, as he had a couple of local places he had been to

before and liked. When we arrived at the restaurant I waited until he selected his seat

before I took mine. He always ordered first and neither I nor my students ever took a

bite before he did. His glass was always full of his favorite beverage and if he stood up

to leave the table, I stood up along with my students. I made sure all of his needs were

met before I left him at his hotel to rest until dinner time. Over the course of his visits I

would ask for and receive a private lesson and would compensate him for his time.

When he spoke we stopped talking and listened attentively. I always tried to honor him

much the way a son should honor his father or mother. I always showed respect and

never called him anything other than Master Grose or sir. I always remembered his

birthdays, Christmas and Father’s Day. Although I was brought up to be courteous and

respectful to my elders and to demonstrate proper manners at all times, I didn’t

understand the idea of Giri until I was in the martial arts for many years. I had to be

taught it over time from older, wiser and more experienced individuals than myself.

Within the traditional dojo hierarchy, there is a position known as a dai-sempai or as we might put it simply, the “older brother.” This person has the responsibility of teaching the other students the history and traditions, but as much by the example he or she sets as by the spoken or written word. As a young student I had many big brothers over the years to teach me proper etiquette and to insure I fully understood my Giri. Some of the lessons came in the way of a reverse punch or a front kick had I failed to comprehend a particular lesson quick enough. In the end it helped me set, I hope, a proper example for my students for how we treat our teachers. I hope that in your school you will take every opportunity to lead by proper example and that respect is a two-way street. If you want to get it, you have to give it.

Hanshi Steven J Roensch

Tarapoto, Peru

Tarapoto, known as the "City of Palms", is a thriving commercial hub in northern Peru, an hour by plane from Lima, situated in the San Martín Province of the San Martín Region, located in the high jungle plateau to the east of what is known as the selva baja (low jungle) and it is the region's largest city, which is linked to the Upper Amazon and the historic city of Yurimaguas.

Tarapoto is at an altitude of approximately 356 meters above sea level on the high jungle plateau, also called the cloud forest. Founded in 1782 by Baltazar Martínez Jiménez de Compagnon. Its beginnings date back to the explorations of the Pocras and Chancas (old cultures of the Ayacucho region) who, when being conquered by the Inca Empire, headed a revolution led by the commander Ancohallo; a revolt that, when defeated, forced their tribal members to escape from terrible Inca vengeance. Eventually settling down in the valleys of the Mayo and Cumbaza rivers in what is now the San Martin department, they possibly formed the town of Lamas, before establishing a satellite in the valley of the rivers Cumbaza and Shilcayo, having as a central nucleus the Suchiche Lagoon (dried up in the colony). In this lagoon grew abundant Taraputus palms, a name that the Spanish bishop would later use when founding the city in this area of hunters and fishermen. Tarapoto has a population of 63,484 (downtown) and over 117,184 inhabitants with the outlying Morales and Banda de Shilcayo districts, according to the 2007 census.

During the month of August of 2012, American

Budokai International (ABI) representative and

Chief Instructor, Shihan Tomas Torok, met with

and trained our newest ABI members in Peru, on

the continent of South America. Sensei Roman

Mardonio Garcia Paredes (5th Dan), an executive

officer of the Peruvian Association of Okinawa

Karate, in the arts of Kobudo, in the South

American region, in the country of Peru, and his

son, Sensei Roman Anthony Garcia Chistama (3rd

Dan - Okinawan Karate Do) were officially

inducted as ABI international Representatives .

By the personal acknowledge and with the

approval of our Founder and Director, Hanshi

(Dr.) Steven J. Roensch (9th Dan), the Escuela De

Karate Okinawa was represent with the ABI

international organization certificate and

authorization to represent and instruct the style

of Shintoyoshinkai Combat Jiu-jitsu in the City of

Tarapoto, Peru.

During the visit to Peru, ABI received media

attention from the local Newspapers and TV

station because of ABI is recognized by the

International Bodyguard and Security Services

Association (IBSSA-USA), and it’s sport affiliation,

International Sport Federation (IBSSA-ISF) as a

mutually recognized training organization. We

are also happy to announce, that Sensei Garcia

will also cooperate and represent these two

divisions of this prestigious international

organization in Peru.

ABI is expanding internationally and forming the

basis of our belief, “Maintaining the traditional

standards of the Martial Arts”.

These techniques originate in battle methods of the bushi (classic Japanese warriors), to deal with

other samurai warriors in armor (hence the emphasis on attack with locks, throws and chokes,

rather than encourage the use of punches and kicks ) these were developed over nearly two

millennia. Said.

The traditional jujitsu addition to unarmed defense, admits using other objects as defensive or

offensive weapons, such as the fan, parasol, ropes, coins and small arms and blunt cut as jutte or

trident, so kakushi buki (concealed weapons) and even kusarigama, ryofundo kusari or

bankokuchoki, which are more elaborate. Said. The sensei 8th. Dan Thomas Torok belongs to the

membership of the Association of IBSSA Okinawa. The speaker mentioned this curos issue these

days from 7:30 pm. At 9:30 pm., for all who want to learn self-defense. Also commented that give

a talk on bullying prevention, real and serious problem in schools, irrespective of the countries, the

size of establishments, cultural diversity, socio-economic level of students or educational unit of

the schools.

International Training

Diario Ahora Tarapoto August 1, 2012

Course of Jiu Jitsu School will be held in

Okinawa with Tomas Torok-USA 6th. Dan

"Jiu-jitsu is the" art of softness "is a classic

Japanese martial art or Koryu Budo covering a

wide variety of modern combat systems based on

the defense" without arms "of one or more

attackers both armed and unarmed," said the

President of the League of Karate Tarapoto,

appealing to the texts brought from USA, Sensei

6th. Dan Tomas Torok. The basic techniques

mainly include joint dislocations, and also hitting,

kicking, kneeing, elusive, pushes, throws,

takedowns, and bottlenecks.

ABI Mission

American Budokai

International's mission is to

maintain the traditional

standards of the martial arts

and provide training of the

highest caliber to affiliate

instructors and practitioners

globally.

PAMAI

The educational arm of ABI is

The Professional Association of

Martial Arts Instructors

(PAMAI), which for 30 years has

brought together martial artists

from all backgrounds for the

purpose of providing advanced

training for instructors and

school heads. The Annual

PAMAI Conference offers

instruction in a variety of

combative arts as well as

courses in leadership, teaching

methods, combat psychology,

martial science, exercise

physiology, public speaking,

Shiatsu, Traditional Chinese

Medicine and more.

ABI Advisory Board

Shuri-ryu Karatedo/Okinawan Kobudo – O’Sensei Robert Bowles, 10th dan

Shintoyoshin-kai Jiu Jitsu – Hanshi Steven Roensch, 9th dan

Wado-ryu Karate – Hanshi John Suarez, 10th dan

Shorin-ryu Karate – Hanshi Moises Colon, 9th dan

Judo – Professor John Chambers, 10th dan

Kung Fu/Tai Qi/Qi Gong - Grandmaster Tom Turcotte

Mixed Martial Arts – Professor Rey Perez, 8th dan

Goju-ryu Karate – Renshi Don McIntosh, 5th dan

Iaido – Renshi Bob Elder, 5th dan

International Competition Coach – Kyoshi Donna Judge, 8th dan

Law Enforcement Liaison Officer –Dr. Paul Whitesell, 7th dan, Commandant, Indiana State Police

Law Enforcement Liaison Officer – Captain George Sheridan, 8th dan, Delaware County, Indiana Sherriff’s Dept.

Military Liaison Officer – LTC (R) James Jones, U.S. Army Special Forces, 5th dan

Military Liaison Officer – LTC (R) Jason Rock, U.S. Special Operations, lst dan

International Bodyguard & Security Services – Shihan Tamas Torok, 6th dan

ABI Affiliated Dojos United States

Iron-Warrior Training Center, Hollywood, FL

The Martial Arts Center, Atlanta, GA

Fishhawk Martial Arts Academy, Lithia, FL

Jacksonville State University Judo/Jiu-jitsu Club, Jacksonville, FL

Miami Beach Martial Arts, Miami, FL

Park Avenue Martial Arts, Winter Park, FL

Christian Karate Association of Dothan, Dothan , Al

North Georgia Karate Academy, Calhoun, GA

Sheridan’s Martial Arts Center, Muncie, IN

Columbia School of Karatedo, Columbia, SC

Thailand

TLM’s Fighting Chance Defensive Tactics, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Peru

Escuela De Karate Okinawa, Tarapoto

Germany

K.C. Bushido, Radolfzell, GE

Hungary

Tatami Centrum, Kecskemet, Hungary

Chief Instructors for Shintoyoshinkai

Hanshi Steven Roensch, Kudan Professor Rey Perez, Hachidan Kyoshi George Sheridan, Hachidan Shihan Mike Hernandez,

Rokudan

Shihan Tamas Torok, Rokudan

International Representatives of ABI

Shihan Bernd Kittel, Rokudan - Germany Dr. Miklos Varga, Shichidan– Hungary Sensei Janos Laub, Sandan, Hungary Sensei Roman Garcia Paredes, Rokudan– Peru Sensei Roman Anthony Garcia Christama, Sandan– Peru Chief Instructor Jeff Moldovan, TLM’s Fighting Chance Defensive Tactics - Thailand

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