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Since 1995
The purpose of karate training is to learn self-defense, self-reliance, respect (for oneself and others), and character enrichment. Karate is emphasized as a martial art rather than a competitive sport. Achieve confidence and practical expertise, without intimidation or hostility. Safety is paramount! Learning from and helping each other, as well as using skills effectively and with good judgment, is the true art of karate.
| Sharon Basinger,
Sensei
Kyoshi 7th
Dan,
Shibu Dojo Owner/Director Beikoku Shidokan Karatedo Association |  |
EVENTS - Summary, 2026
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Karate Cancelled due to hazardous road conditions.
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Regional Seminars & Workshops Online Registration, Event Details & Costs
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Voting Pre-Exam
More info posted here when available |
Dan Exam
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NTS-2026 (50-Year Anniversary)
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Iha Sensei's Memorial Service (3-Year Anniversary)
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Regional Seminars & Workshops
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| Urgent Info (if any) |
| Karate Cancelled |
| Regional Seminars & Workshops |
| Seikichi Iha passed away |
| Karate Schedule |
| Self-defense |
- Mon, Jan 26 due to due to hazardous road conditions.
(See cancellation policy.)
- Sat, Mar 21 - East Coast
- Sat, Apr 18 - Midwest
EAST COAST REGIONAL
SEMINAR & WORKSHOP
SATURDAY
MARCH 21st, 2026
SEMINAR:
9:30- 12:30pm
This
seminar is open to Karate students (ages 13 and up) of all ranks and levels of
experience.
You
will have opportunities to improve knowledge and skills in the fundamental
techniques of Shidokan karate with fellow karateka in the Beikoku Shidokan
Karatedo Association.
Register
now to access this educational Shidokan karate event and take your karate
practice to the next level!
$35.00
for Association Members (MEMBERSHIP
REGISTRATION LINK)
$50.00
for Non-Association Members
Location:
Mahwah
Dojo. Thank you Mitch Cooperman!
WORKSHOP:
2:00- 5:00pm
The
Workshop is open to all Nikyu (Brown Belt) and above, Beikoku Association
Members only.
This
is an excellent opportunity for all students and teachers to prepare for their
next Dan rank examination. This workshop is in place of our previous first
pre-test, giving both the candidate and pre-exam board a chance to work
together.
There
is no cost for this workshop if you attend the seminar. The expectation is that
all students on the dan exam list will attend both the seminar and workshop.
(All
Pre-testing Candidates must attend the Workshop.)
Location:
MIDWEST REGIONAL
SEMINAR & WORKSHOP WEEKEND
SATURDAY
APRIL 18th, 2026
SEMINAR:
9:30- 12:30pm
This
seminar is open to Karate students (ages 13 and up) of all ranks and levels of
experience.
You
will have opportunities to improve knowledge and skills in the fundamental
techniques of Shidokan karate with fellow karateka in the Beikoku Shidokan
Karatedo Association.
Register
now to access this educational Shidokan karate event and take your karate
practice to the next level!
$35.00 for
Association Members (ASSOCIATION
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION)
$50.00 for
Non-Association Members
Location:
St.
Matthew Holt Lutheran Church Gym. 2418 Aurelius Rd, Holt MI 48842
WORKSHOP:
2:00- 5:00pm
The
Workshop is open to all Nikyu (Brown Belt) and above, Beikoku Association
Members only.
This
is an excellent opportunity for all students and teachers to prepare for their
next Dan rank examination. This workshop is in place of our previous first
pre-test, giving both the candidate and pre-exam board a chance to work
together.
There
is no cost for this workshop if you attend the seminar. The expectation is that
all students on the dan exam list will attend both the seminar and workshop.
(All
Pre-testing Candidates must attend the Workshop.)
Location:
HANSHI
10th DAN
BEIKOKU SHIDOKAN FOUNDER
Passed
away at age 92
1932-2024
On August 3, 2024, Grand Master SEIKICHI IHA,
Hanshi 10th
Dan, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his children and
many friends. Words fail me to adequately express the incredible
sadness and empty feeling I have, learning of the death of my beloved
teacher Sensei Iha. Sensei Iha was a world renowned teacher of
teachers, legendary master of karate whose
memory and legacy will live on in the karateka and their
students/descendants
who loved, respected and admired him. The impact he made on the
martial arts world is immeasurable. But
even more significant, he was a loving father, brother and son, as well
as an
esteemed mentor and treasured friend to countless men and women on a
global
level. I had the honor and privilege to
have even known him but also the great fortune to have been his
student, devotee
and friend for 35 years.
- Sharon Basinger
- Sensei 7th Dan
Karate STL
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