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2024 IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic

2024 IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic

Please join us for our annual IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic on April 20, 2024, at the Mulberry Creek Community Center in Flowery Branch, GA. This event will be Hosted by Kyoshi-Sei Larry Griffin of Keshin Karate Kai.

The IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic will feature Soke Joseph Ruiz, 10th Dan and Founder of the KotoSu-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do System.

Seminar Details:

Koga-Ryu Iaido (The Art of the Sword) featuring The 20 Cuts of the “Seitei Gata”.
Note: Participation with a live blade is limited to Brown and Black Belts, Age 16 and Older with the permission of the parent and their instructor. Participants will need to bring Katana, Hakama, and Cleaning Kit, (if they are available).

Bokken Jitsu, (Wooden Sword) featuring The Tachi Kata and Tachi Cuts. Open to all ranks and ages. Participants need to bring a Bokken.

History:

The Sword and Bokken are true Japanese Arts. Soke Ruiz learned the art while training with his teachers in Hawaii and Japan. He continued his training in the U.S. with Soke Shogo Kuniba, 10th Dan, Seishin Kai Karate Union. This is a rare opportunity to train in a true Japanese Martial Art unlike any other.

Senior Instructors Include:

Joseph Ruiz, Soke, Hanshi-Sei, 10th Dan, IKKU Director & Founder
Ron Downton, Hanshi, 9th Dan, IKKU Assistant Director
Other IKKU High Dans

Schedule:

Clinic Times: 9:30 am – 4 pm
Evening Get Together: 6 pm

Cost:

$30 for Half-Day Event
$60 for Full-Day Event

2022 IKKU Christmas Karate & Kobudo Clinic

2022 IKKU Christmas Karate & Kobudo Clinic

2022 IKKU Christmas Karate & Kobudo Clinic – Christmas Celebration

December 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 2022 IKKU Christmas Karate & Kobudo Clinic – Christmas Celebration will be hosted at Suansu Karate Kai in Dexter, GA.

Please join us for our annual IKKU Christmas clinic and festivities scheduled Dec. 3, 2022. This event will be Hosted by Kyoshi Kim Blue of the Suansu Karate Kai at his estate in Dexter, GA. The IKKU Karate Seminar will feature Soke Joseph Ruiz, 10th Dan and Founder of the Kotosu-Ha Shito-Ryu Karate-Do System. With Soke’s vast kata and bunkai knowledge he always has something good to teach us. You don’t ever want to miss an opportunity to take part in his clinics because the exposure and knowledge available to lower ranks is simply enlightening.  There are both morning and afternoon sessions scheduled including Kata and Bunkai.

Following the events of the day will be the annual supper and festivities. Times will be announced at the clinic, usually starting around 6:00 pm. Come ready to rekindle old friendships and make new ones. Please bring your favorite dish and your favorite beverages for the evening event. A white elephant gift exchange is planned so each person should bring a gift (male or female), with a maximum cost of $10. The gift exchange generates a lot of fun so please be ready to participate!

 

Senior Instructors Include:
Joseph Ruiz, Soke, Hanshi-Sei, 10th Dan, IKKU Director & Founder

Ron Downton, Hanshi, 9th Dan, IKKU Assistant Director

Other IKKU High Dans

 

Schedule:
Clinic Times: 10am – 4pm

Evening Dinner and Party: 6pm

 

Directions:
From Atlanta:  I-75 south to I-16 east. I-16 east to exit 51 (US 441 ) Dublin exit. Travel south (right) approx. 8 miles to Hwy 117. Turn right & travel south on Hwy 117 for approx. 3 miles to Southwest Laurens School at Mark Wood Road. Turn right, go thru the stop sign, travel approx. 2 miles to Tipton Road (1st paved road on left), turn left, then 3rd driveway on left.

From Florida:  I-75 north to Cordele, Ga. Turn right on Ga.257 (exit ?) and travel north on Ga.257 approx. 70 miles to Dexter, Ga. Continue north thru Dexter on Ga.257 for approx. 2 miles and turn right onto Mark Wood Road. (West Laurens High School is on the right at this road). Travel approx. 3/4 mile to stop sign, then continue approx. 2 miles to the first paved road on right (Tipton Road) and turn right. Go to the 3rd driveway on left (1830), turn left, and go through the open field to the house and Dojo.

Or: Travel north on US 441 headed to Dublin. Approx. 8 miles south of Dublin, Hwy 117 to Rentz will be on the left. Turn left on Hwy 117 and travel south approx. 3 miles and Southwest Elementary school will be on the right at Mark Wood Rd. Turn right and travel approx. 2 miles (thru stop sign) to the 1st paved road on left (Tipton Road), turn left, then 3rd driveway on left.

 

Lodging:
Holiday Inn Express: (478) 272-7862

Hampton Inn: (478) 275-1600

Laquinta Inn: (866) 237-0870

Comfort Inn: (478) 274-8000

Days Inn: (478) 275-7637

Jameson Inn: (478) 275-3008

Super 8: (478) 272-5141

 

Additional IKKU Information:
For information about joining the IKKU – International Karate Kobudo Union then please visit our IKKU Registration Page. We welcome new members to our organization and have 6-10 scheduled events each year. This will allow you direct access to Soke Joseph Ruiz, founder of the IKKU and other High Dan Instructors from the IKKU.

For a full listing of upcoming scheduled sessions please visit our Events Page. Here we showcase our upcoming Clinics, Camps and other opportunities for engagement with the IKKU.

2022 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test and Seminar

2022 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test and Seminar

The 2022 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test and Karate Seminar will take place at Tora Shin Karate Kai.

The 2021 IKKU Annual Black Belt Test will take place on Saturday September 24, 2022. This event will be Hosted by Hanshi Ron Downton & Kyoshi-Sei Jenny Downton of  the Hombu Dojo, Tora Shin Karate Kai in Social Circle, GA. Please join us in showing your support for the Black Belts that have put in the sweat and time on the floor for this special day.

Following the Clinic will be a grill out and Birthday Celebration for Soke Ruiz! Please plan to attend and bring you favorite dish!

Please let us know ASAP if you plan to attend…

Schedule:

Saturday, September 24th

9:00am – 9:30am Check-in & Warm Up

10:00am – 12:00 noon Morning Training Session

12:00 noon – 1:45pm Lunch

2:00pm – 4:00pm Afternoon Training Session

 

Dinner – Grilling at the Downton’s.  Bring your favorite dish as we will be celebrating Soke’s Birthday

 

Additional IKKU Information:
For information about joining the IKKU – International Karate Kobudo Union then please visit our IKKU Registration Page. We welcome new members to our organization and have 6-10 scheduled events each year. This will allow you direct access to Soke Joseph Ruiz, founder of the IKKU and other High Dan Instructors from the IKKU.

For a full listing of upcoming scheduled sessions please visit our Events Page. Here we showcase our upcoming Clinics, Camps and other opportunities for engagement with the IKKU.

2022 IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic

2022 IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic

INTERNATIONAL KARATE KOBUDO UNION & SOKE JOSEPH RUIZ, 10TH DAN, HANSHI-SEI FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR- KOTOSU-HA SHITO RYU AND KEISHIN KARATE KAI

Presents:

Hanshi Ron Downton, 9th Dan, teaching Koga-Ryu Iaido (The Art of the Sword), featuring The 20 Cuts of the “Seitei Gata”.

Please join us at our Annual IKKU Bokken and Iaido Clinic on April 16, 2022, in Flowery Branch, GA. This event will be Hosted by Kyoshi-Sei Larry Griffin of Keishin Kai Karate Kai.

Seminar Details:
Koga-Ryu Iaido (The Art of the Sword) featuring The 20 Cuts of the “Seitei Gata”.
Note: Participation with a live blade is limited to Brown and Black Belts, Age 16 and Older with the permission of the parent and their instructor. Participants will need to bring Katana, Hakama, and Cleaning Kit, (if they are available).

Bokken Jitsu, (Wooden Sword) featuring The Tachi Kata and Tachi Cuts. Open to all ranks and ages. Participants need to bring a Bokken.

History:
The Sword and Bokken are true Japanese Arts. Soke Ruiz learned the art while training with his teachers in Hawaii and Japan. He continued his training in the U.S. with Soke Shogo Kuniba, 10th Dan, Seishin Kai Karate Union. This is a rare opportunity to train in a true Japanese Martial Art unlike any other.

Senior Instructors Include:
Ron Downton, Hanshi, 9th Dan, IKKU Assistant Director
Other IKKU High Dans

Schedule:
Clinic Times: 10 am – 4 pm
Evening Get Together: 6 pm

Cost:
$30 for Half-Day Event
$60 for Full-Day Event

 

Additional IKKU Information:
For information about joining the IKKU – International Karate Kobudo Union then please visit our IKKU Registration Page. We welcome new members to our organization and have 6-10 scheduled events each year. This will allow you direct access to Soke Joseph Ruiz, founder of the IKKU and other High Dan Instructors from the IKKU.

For a full listing of upcoming scheduled sessions please visit our Events Page. Here we showcase our upcoming Clinics, Camps and other opportunities for engagement with the IKKU.

2022 IKKU 7th Annual Weapons Choice Seminar

2022 IKKU 7th Annual Weapons Choice Seminar

2022 IKKU 7th Annual Weapons Choice Seminar will take place at the Mulberry Creek Community Center in Flowery Branch, GA.

Hosted by Keishin Karate Kai – Kyoshi-Sei Larry Griffin at the Mulberry Creek Community Center in Flowery Branch, GA. on February 26, 2022. This is a Great Event to Learn a Kobudo Weapon of YOUR Choice and get insight from our Expert Instructors within the IKKU. Simply Bring your Kobudo Weapon or borrow one from a Friend and join in on the Fun.

Featuring: Hanshi Ron Downton, 9th Dan and other IKKU High Dans

Event Description:

– Training will include our Five Traditional Weapons – Bo, Tonfa, Nunchaku, Sai, and the Kama

– Participants get to Chose what Weapon(s) they want to Train with and what Katas they want to Review or Learn.

– Kobudo Anatomy, Basics, and Kata are all part of the agenda for the day

– Weapon Basics, Drills and Combinations

– So the Bottom Line – “It’s Your Choice”

Cost:

$50 for the Full Day

$25 for 1/2 Day

We will Break for Lunch – Bring Your Own or there are numerous restaurants nearby.

Directions:

TAKE LANIER PARKWAY EITHER NORTH OR SOUTH. THIS IS HWY I-985 IF HEADING NORTH AND GA-365 IF HEADING SOUTH. GO TO EXIT #14- HF REED INDUSTRIAL PARKWAY. THIS IS A NEW EXIT. IF HEADING NORTH TURN RIGHT. IF HEADING SOUTH TURN LEFT. STAY STRAIGHT ½ MILE. THE ROAD BECOMES MARTIN RD. GO ¾ MILE TO THE ROUNDABOUT. TURN LEFT ON JM TURK RD. GO ONE MILE. THE COMMUNITY CENTER WILL BE ON THE LEFT. THERE ARE A NUMBER OF MOTELS OFF 1-985 AT EXITS #12 OR #16. 

Additional IKKU Information:
For information about joining the IKKU – International Karate Kobudo Union then please visit our IKKU Registration Page. We welcome new members to our organization and have 6-10 scheduled events each year. This will allow you direct access to Soke Joseph Ruiz, founder of the IKKU and other High Dan Instructors from the IKKU.

For a full listing of upcoming scheduled sessions please visit our Events Page. Here we showcase our upcoming Clinics, Camps and other opportunities for engagement with the IKKU.