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Karate STL

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,
Certified Instructor
Shibu Dojo Owner/Director

Beikoku Shidokan Karatedo Association
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Shuri Castle, Okinawa, Japan
Shuri  Castle
Naha  City,  Okinawa,  Japan


Member of Beikoku Karate Association


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            EVENTS - Summary, 2025

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Regional Seminars & Workshops

Online Registration, Event Details & Costs
  • Sat, Oct 25 - Midwest
  • Sat, Nov 8 - East Coast
    
No Karate
  • Mon, Oct 27




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Seikichi Iha passed away
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GRAND MASTER SEIKICHI IHA

HANSHI 10th DAN
BEIKOKU SHIDOKAN FOUNDER

Passed away at age 92
Seikichi Iha


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



REGIONAL SEMINAR & WORKSHOP

  • Midwest (Michigan) - Sat, Oct 25
  • East Coast (New Jersey) - Sat, Nov 8

  • ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!

  • PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR THE SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

     

    Oct 25, Midwest (REGISTER HERE)

    Nov 8, East Coast (REGISTER HERE)

     

    Seminar - 10:00am - 12:00pm

    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!

     

    $25.00 for Association Members (membership registration here)

    $40.00 for Non-Association Members

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    Workshop - 2:00pm - 4:00pm

    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.)


NO KARATE CLASSES
  • Mon, Oct 27
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