Carolina Isshinryu Academy Monroe

Full house on Monday nite!

Pre-Test Kata look for several, group basics, group Seisan, sparring rounds and points sparring.

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Back at it on Thursday nite!

On this day, May 30th our “Do”-Jo honors the passing of Master Tatsuo Shimibuku in 1975.

C.I.A. Monroe proudly continues his vision of Isshin-Ryu.

On this Memorial Day let us remember those who gave their lives so we might live in Freedom.

Carolina Isshinryu Academy Monroe recognizes these Freedoms and the sacrifices made. We exhibit it at every class.

Great Thursday nite class!

Blending in a bit of Judo in between Tournament Kata rings!

Back at it next Thursday!

Youth is the power of our “DO”-Jo!

Look at the intention in their young eyes. C.I.A. Monroe Black Belts are charged with providing confidence, reducing fear, and building strong Kyu’s.

Master Gyr is aware, and our Kyu’s know it.
We remind them every class.

Back at it Thursday Nite!!

Congratulations are in order for Arjun on his third stripe! Basics are solid, Seisan Kata is complete but requires “Shiagi”.

Yellow belt awaits!

Congratulations are in order for Aran on his first stripe! Basics are solid and he has the first segment of Seisan Kata!

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Great way to start the week! A packed class, a new Kyu, and a successful testing board!

Continuing to grow our “Do”-Jo and perpetuate our style of Isshin Ryu!

Back at it on Thursday evening!

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Our “Do”-Jo is proud to recognize Anthony Jimenez on his promotion to San-Dan and Sensei rank!

Mr. Jimenez tested well and will make a great instructor!

Congratulations, Sensei!

Starting the week off strong! Heavy cardio, sparring drills, points sparring, first segment of Seisan Kata for our white belts, and final pre-test look!

Back at it on Thursday nite!

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