Isshinryu Karate Academy

09/20/2026

We had a wonderful seminar with Kyoshi Kumpf on lapel grab releases. Thank you to our teachers, students and all the karate-ka who traveled to spend the day with us.

09/19/2026

Come join us today at IKA Pittsburgh for another WHD Affiliation seminar. We will be covering Hanshi Duessel’s lapel grab techniques.

08/09/2026

The IKA has two new t-shirt color options available in the online store (link below). Please check them out if you’re interested.

Official IKAP × Kumite Lifestyle apparel — Adult + Youth tees. Tap to claim yours.

08/02/2026

https://www.marcumsmartialarts.com/tournaments--events.html

The dojo will be supporting the 2026 All Isshinryu National Championships on August 22 in Avon, OH. You can register on their website using the link.

07/29/2026

Join us for the next WHD seminar on Saturday September 19 from 1-4pm at the dojo.

07/28/2026

The IKA dojo was very happy to be able to perform two demonstrations on Saturday at the Tekko convention downtown. All the participants gave a great performance and had some fun along the way. Great job to all those who took part in the demonstration!

07/06/2026

The IKA has a new t-shirt available to purchase! Check out the design and order at the link below. There are adult and youth sizes available.

Official IKAP × Kumite Lifestyle apparel — Adult + Youth tees. Tap to claim yours.

06/14/2026

Congratulations to Renshi Josh Mehl on his promotion to 6th Dan. Very well deserved! Thank you to everyone who attend and those who participated in the demonstration. What a great day for the IKA PGH.

06/09/2026

Thank you to Howard Steele Sensei for the engaging and informative seminar yesterday: “Down but not Done”. We learned some very valuable techniques on how to protect ourselves should we get knocked over in a fight. We’re very appreciative of his time and expertise. 🥋

06/05/2026

Just a reminder that there will be no regular class on Monday June 8. We hope you’ll join us that day for Kyoshi Howard Steele’s seminar that day from 7-9