Our IKF Instructors

Studied under Sensei Chuzo Kotaka, Former All-Japan Champion

Began training at age 7

Over 50 years of experience

Has traveled all over the world as a competitor and as a coach

From 1982-- 1991 Ranked #1 Black Belt for the State of Hawaii

9 - Time All-Hawaii Kata Champion

8 -  Time All-Hawaii Kumite Champion

1986 -1995 AAUUSA National Kumite Champion

Former USA & AAU Team Member

1991 & 1993 Winner of the "Centurion Award" for being the most outstanding athlete whose character and achievements represent the best that Karate-Do embodies

2005 nominated "Coach of the Year" in recognition of outstanding winning athletes in the sport, in school and in the community.  Presented by the AAU/ USA National Committee

1996 to present AAU/USA National Coach

2000 to Present USANKF National Coach - USANKF is the National Governing Body the Sport of Karate Sanction by the US Olympic Committee

2022 Inducted into the USA Karate Hall of Fame "National Coach"

2024 USANKF "Coach of the Year"

Has developed and produced more national and international champions than any  other karate school in Northern California

Certified Personal Trainer (NCSF - National Council on Strength & Fitness)