Upcoming Events

August 28, 2008 - Family Night - Hosted by The NorthKnox Dojo

September 12 -13 - Southeast Grappling Championships - Knoxville Convention Center

September 18, 2008 - Family Night - Hosted by The Karns Dojo - Special Guest will be Master Joe Hess. Follow this link and read about Master Hess' accomplishments. You will definitely not want to miss this one.

September 27, 2008 - ACF Fall MMA Throwdown - Clinton Harley Davidson

October 4, 2008 - Wheeler's School of Isshin-Ryu Karate Tournament - Powell High School

October 30, 2008 - Family Night - Hosted by the Lewis School of Isshin-Ryu Karate - More details to come soon.

The Zone at Grace Baptist Church
June 1, 2008

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Hello All, Ahhh… If you could only seen the gleam in their eyes… six to twelve year olds were amazed and confused (Mr. Bradley was there). The ZONE at Grace Church had a karate show at both services June 1st, the air conditioner had failed and Bradley got even hotter and gave them the finger. The kids thought it was great but the parents had shock and awe on their faces. I think it was from the karate demo. Then six foot five Ling Li got in on it and tried to best everyone but could not make it to the second show, no report from the emergency room about his hand yet. Needless to say he was impressed with us too! The best part of all, it was not about us, it was all about Jesus. The children will remember the karate nuts for a long time, and how God gave them great ability and the discipline to pray and use it wisely. Thank You all, Keith

Family Night at the Karns Dojo
May 29, 2008

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May gave us another wonderful Family Night. The evening started off with a devotional from Sensei Cofer. Then the sparring began. Everyone showed good control and sportsmanship as they traded blows with their karate brothers. After regular sparring, Master Mills had several go through some 3-on-1 sparring drills. All-in-All it was a good night with only a little blood, but then again Bobby bleeds easily.

1st Annual North Knox Isshin-Ryu Karate Tournament
May 10, 2008

This years tournament was a great success, with more than 60 competitors and nearly as many spectators we had over 100 people in attendance. This was our first tournament and it ran like a dream thanks to all of our wonderful help. I want to thank our Grandmaster Pete Mills for his support and help in running this tournament. I also need to thank my wife Donna and the rest of my family for all their help in registration, scoring and time keeping. (Click on Photo for more pictures)

Health & Wellness Fair at Sterchi Elementary School
April 25, 2008

We were very pleased to participate in this years Health & Wellness Fair at Sterchi Elementary School. Sensei Allan spoke about the values of Arnis and demonstrated various hand drills used within that system. Sensei Walker spoke about the values of Isshin-Ryu Karate and martial arts in general. Both spoke of the health benefits that go along with training in the martial arts. Wayne and Hunter Palmer, both purple belts, assisted with breaking and performing kata for the students. All-in-all we had about 75 students, in 4 separate sessions. It was a very good day. (Click on Photo to go to the Photo Gallery )

Family Night at the NorthKnox Dojo
April 24, 2008

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April's Family Night featured a breaking class. Breaking, for karate people, always makes for some good times. It has been a while since we have had a breaking class and it went over well. After the breaking we commenced with the sparring. I think that is the main reason most people love these Family Nights.

Family Night - March 27, 2008

Wow what a night. We spent about 45 minutes working hand and reflex drill from Master Mills, Sensei's Lewis and Baird and Sensei's Allan and Walker. After that everyone put their gear on and began to spar. The sparring sessions were very good. We even had a little blood spilled. That always makes for a good night. Mark your calendars for the next Family Night on April 24 at the NorthKnox Dojo.

Stick Night at the Halls Dojo

January 15 marked the 4th Stick Night at the Halls Dojo. This was an evening totally devoted to Arnis training. Sensei Allan did a wonderful job as usual running everyone through the drills. I know Sensei Bowers would be proud of him. Sensei Bowers is recovering after a cornea replacement surgery.