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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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No Karate Classes
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Dan Exam
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NTS-2026 & 50-year Anniversary Double Tree Hotel, Lansing, Michigan
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Iha Sensei's Memorial (3-Year Anniversary) will occur Sat, Aug 1st at the NTS banquet. | |
Fall Instructors Class/Meeting
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| Urgent Info (if any) |
| No Karate Classes |
| Dan Exam |
| NTS |
| Iha Sensei's Memorial |
| Fall Instructors Class/Meeting |
| Fall Seminars & Workshops |
| Seikichi Iha passed away |
| Announcements |
| Karate Schedule |
| Self-defense |
NO KARATE CLASSES
- Wed, July 29
- Wed, Oct 21
- Wed, Dec 23
DAN EXAM
- Thu, Jul 30
Lansing, Michigan
Beikoku Shidokan Karatedo Association
- Fri-Sun, Jul 31-Aug 1
Don't miss this commemorative NTS celebrating Iha Sensei's 50 years of teaching in the United States! All ranks of active and inactive adult karate students, as well as youth students (age 13 & older) are invited to accompany Basinger Sensei to the NTS. This includes Karate STL's branch dojo, The Arch Shidokan, Ameer Syed, Instructor/Director.
As always, there will be training opportunities for everyone. Many master teachers, some traveling a great distance will be in attendance, as well as other high ranking senseis and karate-ka with whom to train, who never fail to be tremendously inspiring. The NTS is always an extraordin
ary
opportunity to learn, unite and bond with fellow karate-ka from
across the country and around the world, and to socialize with
friends old and new.
Transportation:
Further details (online seminar registration, hotel reservations, various costs, seminar schedule, etc) can be found at
https://www.beikokushidokan.com/nts2026
IHA SENSEI'S MEMORIAL
3-Year Anniversary
will occur Sat, Aug 1st at the NTS banquet.
See NTS info above.
FALL INSTRUCTORS CLASS/MEETING
- Fri, Oct 23 - Midwest
- Fri, Nov 20 - East Coast
FALL REGIONAL SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
- Sat, Oct
24 - Midwest
- Sat, Nov 21 - East Coast
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 Iha Sensei.
Iha Sensei 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 Iha Sensei but also the great fortune to have been his
student, devotee
and friend since 1989...for 35 years.
Sharon Basinger, Sensei
Kyoshi 7th Dan
Karate STL
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