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KOKISHIN-RYU
The Meaning
Kōkishin (好奇心) is a Japanese word that means "curiosity" or "inquisitiveness".
Kan ( 知覚, 感知, 会得 )means "Perception", or
Together the words can be loosely translated to mean "the place we learn to change our mind" or in other words, rather than being an object acted upon to be an agent choosing to exercise agency and act for oneself.
My Teachers
My sensei come from many different styles. Grand Master Brian Stewart is my teacher of Shito-Ryu. In his Rexburg Idaho dojo, my foundation stones were firmly set. Sasha Burnes moved to home town and with him I studied Itosu-ryu & Kobu-do. In 1989 Haydn Hulley introduced me to Funakoshi Karate and its Founder Ed Ward, Shihan (Dai Soke) Ed Ward personally mentored me in Funakoshi Ryu, and life. In 2017 I began developing Kokishin-ryu, a blending of all my combined knowledge. I respect and am grateful to all of these people who guided me in traditional paths. To these great men do I dedicate this traditional work.
The Purpose
Karate is a vital expression of community. It is a practice in unity and respect. In a world where division and disconnection rule the day, the practice of KOKISHIN-RYU in the Kokishin-kan Dojo provides a setting for learning & practicing interaction, communication and respect.
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Help Our Cause
The Kokishinkan is the physical dojo, the training hall where we practice karate. It is a dedicated space and has many costs, including upkeep. We have never turned anyone away for inability to pay, and have operated solely on donations since 2017. Any help will continue our important work.