Don Nagle's AOKA Inc - Isshinryu Karate

2009 Tuite Seminar by Dr McKittrick

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:21:00 +0000

Dr. McKittrick once again provided an exceptional Tuite seminar, real, workable and coming from one of the few people who understands the hows and whys

Master Scott Klinger promoted to the rank of Hachi Dan

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:58:00 +0000

Master Scott Klinger was promoted to the rank of Hachi Dan, on 11/6/09 by Grandmaster Nick Adler, the obi that signifies that rank, was presented as a gift, from Hanshi Ralph D. Passero, 9th Dan President of Don Nagle's AOKA Inc.

I.K.A. ISSHINRYU NATIONAL BLACK BELT CHAMPIONSHIPS

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:31:00 +0000

I.K.A. - ISSHINRYU KARATE-DO ASSOCIATION presents the
I.K.A. ISSHINRYU NATIONAL BLACK BELT CHAMPIONSHIPS
Saturday, April 10, 2010 - Mt. Juliet (Nashville), Tennessee

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The Isshinryu Karate-Do Association will donate 50% of the profit from the April 10th I.K.A. Isshinryu Black Belt Championships to the Woods Medical Fund. The Fund was recently established by the Isshinryu Hall of Fame to assist the Woods family, which is uninsured, with funds for medical care. The I.K.A. donation will supplement the series of benefit auctions held by the I.H.O.F. Anyone who has been a part of the annual I.H.O.F. events is familiar with Uriah (Woody) and Sherry Woods. Sherry was recently diagnosed with lung cancer and is fighting for her life. She is undergoing surgeries and chemotherapy to battle the disease. Woody is a consummate competitor, a tough-as-nails Isshinryu man, a fantastic human being, and Sherry is always by his side.
In the spirit of the One Heart Way, Isshinryu all over the country has come together for this family via this Medical Fund. Without the donations, much if not all treatments would be impossible. There are about 15 separate Isshinryu organizations and if each organization will send 10 or more adult Black Belts, we will have enough to make a nice donation.
I.K.A. is in possession of Tonfas once owned by Grand Master John Bartusevics. These weapons are of historical significance and will be awarded to the association that sends the largest contingent (not including I.K.A.) to compete in the I.K.A. Isshinryu Black Belt Championships.
Additional information on the tournament will be posted at IKA-Isshinryu.com.
Or, for more info, contact: Dr. Bill Pogue, I.K.A. Director, 318-918-9671.

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I.K.A. - ISSHINRYU KARATE-DO ASSOCIATION
presents the

I.K.A. ISSHINRYU
NATIONAL BLACK BELT
CHAMPIONSHIPS

Open to All Isshinryu Black Belts 17 years and older

Saturday, April 10, 2010
West Wilson Middle School

Mt. Juliet (Nashville), Tennessee

This is the first I.K.A. Tournament open to all Isshinryu Black Belts. We encourage all Isshinryu Organizations to send a team.

We may use round-robin kumite and double performances (kata and weapons kata competition). We ask each organization to send at least TWO competitors per division.
Only ONE synchronized Kata Team per school (must have 3+ members). We will supply a WUKO-style referee video on this website and a clinic on Friday evening, April 9, 2010, 5:00-7:00pm for those who wish to referee kumite. All kumite referees must attend the seminar and be pre-registered.
I.K.A. Isshinryu is in the process of being recognized by WUKO and Isshinryu Katas will be on the list of WUKO- sanctioned disciplines. If you are not familiar with WUKO standards, search YouTube, WUKO Kumite, or WUKO Kata to get a preview. It makes for a very professional event.
Since this is an event aimed at your elite competitors, Black Belt Isshinryu adults only, it is truly a National Black Belt Championship.
We request white gis with black belts for all competitors except Demo Competitors who may wear black gis. and black or red/white belts.
Age requirements will be strictly observed. I.K.A. does not recognize 4th Dans under age 28, or 6th Dans under age 38 - NO exceptions.

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SCHEDULE, CATEGORIES, EVENTS
Friday, April 9, 5-10pm: Seminars, Judge Certification

Saturday, April 10, 9:00am - Elimination

Kata, Weapons, Kumite Divisions - Men & Women

Shodan: 17-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Nidan/San Dan: 20-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
4th and 5th Dan: 28-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
6th & 8th Dan: 38-49, 50-59, 60+

7:00pm - Finals and Demos
Demo Divisions: Bunkai, Breaking, Self-Defense
Finals and Grand Championships:
Kumite, Kata, Weapons.
Synchronized Team Kata - All Ranks

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I.K.A. TOURNAMENT RULES

This yearly tournament is open to all adult Isshinryu Black Belts, 17 years of age and older. The purpose of this tournament is to provide a very clean-cut and professional level tournament to those who are usually "working" all day at tournaments and/or are past the usual age and/or rank for competition. We use modified W.U.K.O./W.K.F refereeing procedures to provide a structured event.
Please refer to IKA-Isshinryu.com for Tournament Rule details.

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Team kata - 3 or more members any rank.
Breaking - any rank.
Demonstration - any rank demo.
Demo competitors will vote on each others performance.

All 9th and l0th Dans are invited to demonstrate and/or serve as head referees.

It is strongly encouraged that each association or independent school arrive with a
school flag or banner, similar to Mr. Laney's group flag at the I.H.O.F. -
very classy indeed and a staple at large, international tournaments.

If we get enough pre-registrations we will possibly offer a full contact Bogu-gear (koshiki) division for
1-5 Dan. This is in honor of Master Shimabuku , an innovator in the use of Bogu for real life fighting.

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All Isshinryu 9th & 10th Dans are hereby invited to attend, judge, hold seminars on Friday evening and/or demonstrate. Video and still pictures will be taken of all activities for submission to the "Discovery Channel".
This will be a historical event likely to bring attention to Isshinryu worldwide. We want you to be a part of it.

Pre-registration is mandatory.

Co-Directors:
Dr. William Pogue, Master Harvey Kennedy, Sensei Mike Meyers

Refer to: www.IKA-Isshinryu.com for further info
or call Dr. Pogue at (318) 918-9671

Bill Briamonte Sr - in memory

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:04:00 +0000

Bill Briamonte Jr, Ed McGrath, Bill Briamonte Sr.

Dr. Michael Wanko, Bill Briamonte Sr., George Wanko

Bill Briamonte Sr., Dr Bob McKrittrick, Mark Wzork, Bill Briamonte Jr.

Master Nick Adler promoted to 10th Dan

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 22:29:00 +0000

Master Nick adler was promoted at the KIAI tournament banquet in Detroit Michigan by Grand Master Harold Mitchum. Shown in the photo is Hanshi Willie Adams, Hanshi Nick Adler and Hanshi Harold Mitchum. The promotion was on Saturday June 6, 2009.

Nick Adler began his Martial Arts training in 1956 receiving rank in both Judo and Jujitsu as well as Okinawan Isshinryu Karate. Sensei Adler has been featured in "Who’s who in Isshinryu", "Who’s Who in Karate", "Who’s Who in American Martial Arts" and "Masters, Founders and Leaders of American Martial Arts". He is listed as "Sensei of the Year" for 1974 and 1980 in Ron Van Clief’s books.

Bill Briamonte Sr. Born April 2, 1941 - died May 16, 2009

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Mon, 18 May 2009 19:17:00 +0000

Bill Briamonte Sr.Blackbelt and Honored Police Officer has recently passed away.

From George Wanko: He was a great Police Officer,Martial artist and Friend.

For Bill Briamonte Sr's bio: http://www.masystems.org/home/blackbelt_bio/William%20Briamonte%20Sr./100

Don Nagle Speed Drills by Sensei Tom Nowell

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:54:00 +0000

Sensei Tom Nowell one of Master Fitzgerald's Black Belts demonstrates Don Nagle's speed drill:

For the complete set, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/user/theod921

Master Brian Fitzgerald's website: http://www.fitzgeraldisshinryu.com

Promotion of Master Brian Fitzgerald to 9th Degree Black Belt

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:12:00 +0000

March 9, 2009
Don Nagle's AOKA Inc. is pleased to announce the Promotion of Master Brian Fitzgerald to 9th Degree Black Belt.
Master Brian Fitzgerald is one of Nagle's few remaining students who still performs his basics and kata the "Nagle Way" to this day. Fitzgerald soon developed into one of Nagle's top students. In 1977, representing Nagle at Steve Armstrong's 2nd Annual Isshinryu Grand National Tournament in New York, he became Grand Champion.

The promotion was authorized by Grand Master Ed McGrath, Master Ernies Temple and Master Ralph Passero along with all
of the Don Nagle's AOKA Inc. Sr. Black Belts.

Bayonne Isshinryu - Friday Night Fights

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:41:00 +0000

The AOKA Inc. Bayonne Isshiryu Dojo would like to invite you to
The Black Belt Friday Night Fights!
Starting at 7pm
Beginning in March and occurring the first Friday of every month
First gathering is March 6, open to all Isshinryu Black Belts.

Please call/email in advance and

Phone: (201) 436-5330
Email: isshinral@aol.com or meade.rubenstein@yahoo.com

Note:
All students must be insured with their dojo and verified by a phone call or certificate of proof of insurance, all will be required to sign a waiver, bring their own equipment, and follow the rules of the Bayonne Dojo.

Women's Free Self Defense Class - March 14

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:56:00 +0000

Flyer for Free Self Defense Class

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BHS Karate League triumphs

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 13:34:00 +0000

BHS Karate League triumphs
Thursday, February 05, 2009

Members of the Bayonne High School Karate League recently partcipated in a tournament at the Temple's School of American Isshinryu Karate in Dunellen.

The tournament featured kata, or forms, competition in several age divisions. Here are the Bayonne winners:

Junior Novice Division: Arman Sandhu, 1st.
Junior Intermediate Division: Mary Hasaballa, 2nd.
Young Adult Intermediate Divison: Arbaz Sandhu, 1st; Alexandria Rodriguez, 2nd; Binoub Rizk, 3rd.
Young Adult Advanced Division: Sami Sadd, 3rd.

http://www.nj.com/jjournal/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-3/1233818775115110.xml&coll=3

Quest Karate Benefit Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:45:00 +0000

Benefit Tournament

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5th Annual Golden Rule Karate Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:12:00 +0000

2009 GRK Tournament-1

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Karate-do students travel to Japan in pursuit of life's essential values By Adam Regan

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:14:00 +0000

Bayonne AOKA Inc Promotions

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:43:00 +0000

Ralph P, Tom B, Mauro I, Jeff S, Frank C, Meade R, John F

2008 West Chester Classic Karate Tournamenet

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:01:00 +0000

West Chester Fall Classic 2008 - Upload a Document to Scribd

U.M.A.R.A. Regional Championship Tournament - Oct 4, 2008

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 11:15:00 +0000

regional app Buena - Upload a Document to Scribd

summary of official umara rules - Upload a Document to Scribd

Master Kensho Tokumura and Master Ralph Passero

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:41:00 +0000

TUITE SEMINAR

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:23:00 +0000

TUITE SEMINAR
Presented by
Isshinryu 8th Dan, Dr Robert Mckittrick

Date: 19 September 2008
Location: Don Nagle’s AOKA
764 Broadway
Bayonne, N J 07002

Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: $50.00
Adults only, no children
Absolutely NO VIDEO, NO RECORDING DEVICES

Location subject to change
All interested must pre register
Please contact Sensei Passero
Isshinral@aol.com 201 436 5330

Don Nagle's AOKA Inc Moving to new location

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sat, 10 May 2008 04:21:00 +0000

May 10 - Full Contact Amateur kick boxing - Mt Arlington NJ

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Thu, 01 May 2008 21:54:00 +0000

http://www.planetrapture.com/kickboxing/

Various Seisan Kata's

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:33:00 +0000

51st Anniversary - Don Nagle’s ISSHINRYU Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:56:00 +0000

The Legend Lives On

51^st Anniversary
of
Don Nagle’s ISSHINRYU
Tournament

American Okinawan Karate Association, Incorporated

ANNUAL
World Open Hall of Fame
Karate Championship
Saturday September 20^th 2008

Marist High School Gymnasium
1241 Kennedy Boulevard
Bayonne, NJ 07002

OPEN TO ALL STYLES SPECTATORS $5.00
This is a NON CONTACT tournament
Doors open 9:00 am All weapons start at 11:00 am
$50.00 for all three events on the day of the event

Kata – Weapons Kata – Kumite
Pre-register for $40.00 prior to September 6th 2008

All 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd, place winners will receive a commemorative digital photo plaque of ISSHINRYU’S LEGEND GRANDMASTER DON NAGLE

Also the

Don Nagle AOKA

World Open ISSHINRYU Karate Team Fight Championship
OPEN TO ISSHINRYU BLACK BELTS ONLY

Defending Champion Teams

Men’s Team IIKA Women’s Team Temple’s School of Karate

All Teams must pre-register $100.00

Visit the official Don Nagle Website AOKAINC.com or Call (201) 436-5330
For further information contact AOKA President, Ralph D. Passero, 9^th Dan Isshinral@AOL.com

Visit the web site for pre registration application and details

Golden Rule Karate Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 13:03:00 +0000

There was a GREAT turn out for the Golden Rule Karate's Fourth Annual Tournament! Well over 300 competitors showed up from all styles and age groups.

As usual the competition was fair and well run. The rules were strictly enforced and as a result no injuries occurred.

The end of the day saw the traditional Grand Championship Fight among all winners of all adult categories. From the Geen Belt who had a fantastic reverse punch, the brown belt with the kicks that seemed to cover the entire ring to the final Grand Champ Thomas Kately - ALL showed their expertise and sportsmanship.

2008 GRK Grand Champion Tournament Winners

Female 13 – 15 Year Olds
Name: Shekinah Beepat
Age: 14
Dojo: Mr. Chirico’s School of Karate

Male 13 – 15 Year Olds
Name: Gagandeep Singh
Age: 15
Dojo: Isshin Shorin Ji Ryu

Female 16 to 17 Year Olds
Name: Ashley Murray
Age: 17
Dojo: Temples School of Karate

Male 16 to 17 Year Olds
Name: Steven Barnes
Age: 16
Dojo: Jersey Judo Karate Academy

Female 18 and Over
Name: Kristen Norris
Age: 20
Dojo: Jersey Judo Karate Academy

Male 18 and Over
Name: Tom Kately
Age: 37
Dojo: Quest

A FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SPEAKS OUT

noreply@blogger.com (AOKA Inc) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:17:00 +0000

This was publised in 2001

A FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SPEAKS OUT

by Sherman Harrill

On Rank: Sensei Shimabuku Promoted me to green belt after about 6 months with no testing, he just came up to me and said ," Harryu you catchy green belt."No big deal, I then went out and and bought one. After another 6 months the same thing was done when he told me to catchy Black Belt. Upon leaving Okinawa Sensei sat John De Santis and I down and asked us if we were going to teach Isshin ryu when we went back to the states. At that time I had great hopes of doing just that. Sensei at that time did not promote me to the rank (there is a big difference between promoting and entrusting) of Roku-Dan, he entrusted it to me. He said after 15 years plus training then it could be used. There was no contract, just a hand shake and my word, which was good enough at that time. Things do not always turn out the way we plan, for I didn't open a Dojo for a long time. After I did and 22 years later I assumed the rank as I felt I had done what Sensei had asked of me.

Now for the question most people want to know, what was my rank when I left Okinawa? I hope that I might have been a half way decent Shodan, but that would depend on what standards were used. One thing you will find out is that I will be able to hit someone just as hard with a white Obi on as with a black one.

Tatsuo Shimabuku trained and proud of it