Seibukan Dojo

Let’s Gooooo!

𝕆𝕜𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕨𝕒 𝕂𝕠𝕓𝕦𝕕𝕠̄ 𝔽𝕣𝕚𝕖𝕟𝕕𝕤𝕙𝕚𝕡 𝕊𝕖𝕞𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕣 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟞
2026年 沖縄古武道 夏季合宿

It’s an honor to be nominated by those who know you. Having someone feel that way about you…is a win already.

Good luck to everyone nominated and Congratulations to all the new Inductees.

THE WAIT IS OVER.

After reviewing 500+ nominations from across the country and beyond, the Isshinryu Hall of Fame Board of Directors has made its decisions.

💥 The Top 5 Finalists in all 17 categories are officially set.
🏆 The 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees have been selected.

These are the individuals who represent the very best of our system—
dedication, legacy, leadership, and impact.

This isn’t just recognition…
This is history being written.

Please see the graphic for the announcements and tag anyone you know on the list! Spread the word!

If you haven’t made your plans yet, now is the time You can still take advantage of the Early Bird pricing until May 10th!!!

📍 Gatlinburg, Tennessee
📅 July 17–18, 2026

Be there to witness it. Celebrate with us and Be there to be part of it.

👉 Register now: www.theihof.com

Love this.

Sensei Bob Freitag was MY Sempai.

In every dojo, the difference between a Sempai and a Sensei isn’t just rank—it’s responsibility and presence. A Sempai stands beside you, someone who has walked the path slightly ahead, guiding through action, correcting mistakes, and setting the standard through discipline and consistency. They are the bridge between beginner and mastery, showing what progress looks like in real time. A Sensei, however, stands above the structure, carrying the weight of knowledge, tradition, and direction. They don’t just teach techniques—they shape mindset, philosophy, and the overall journey of every student. While the Sempai helps you move forward step by step, the Sensei defines where that path leads.

Children’s class. Sosuishiryu Jujutsu Koshi No Mawari…(Sword class). Second week of every month we all train weapons. Sensei Rondy leading by example. Training is the Way.

May Sensei Tom Lewis”s memory always be a blessing.

I was just saying this in class the other night.

From Nagamine, Shoshin Sensei's book. The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do.
Order of Succession: Each movement in kata must be performed in the following order: eyes first, feet next, hands last. These must be done simultaneously, just as the sunshine streams across a room when a door is opened. There must be no gap in the order of succession. This requires precise timing.

We had several black belt promotions the last few weeks during this awful weather and power outage. Well done to everyone, and I’m very proud of you all and thankful for the energy you bring to the dojo. Let’s get back to work.