Text Box: This is a general announcement about the karate association I have founded. After a great deal of though and deliberation I have made the decision to start on a new path for the betterment of Isshinryu Karate and the students under our international umbrella. I realize there are several groups out there who practice their own version of Isshinryu but now there is a choice, I personally guarantee those who receive the benefit of my studies and knowledge will meet the highest standards in the martial arts. As members of Karate International Association of Isshinryu you can attend my seminars, workshops, read my articles in our newsletter and take your understanding of the martial arts to a new level of expertise. One of the first steps of our new group is to insure that the leaders of K.I.A.I. are all active karate ka, with a Dojo and consistent personal training. I do not approve of those who are not active in the martial arts making decisions, judging or promoting dedicated martial artists. It does not matter when you started training, if you are not in the dojo putting in the time on the mat, developing your skills, if you are not active you are retired. Promotion board members, state representatives and regional directors must be active martial artists. My association members and I will treat others with the respect and dignity they deserve, all people, from the beginning white belt to the highest-ranking masters in our group. People of any rank need not be afraid to approach our leaders with questions or suggestions. I will welcome input from all members. Martial arts etiquette will be observer at all times out of respect, not fear. Our association members have some of the largest Isshinryu schools in the world! The leaders of K.I.A.I. and I will help instructors become more professional, enabling them to teach positive character traits to bring out the best in their students. Along with helping Sensei/school owners with business solutions, helping them reach financial stability. K.I.A.I. will hold our annual Grand nationals and awards banquet at great locations. Places you would want to take a vacation with the whole family. We will have seminars, training workshops and fun social events planned for an extended stay! This allows people from all over the country to do some socializing and training, instead of just competing and not getting to know one another. K.I.A.I. was founded to implement these ideas and more. I wish the best of luck and prosperity to all Isshinryu members and associations. We are now taking new membership applications and can be contacted at our e-mail address or call our business offices. Thank you. Dedicated to excellence, Grandmaster Willie Adams Dojo owners may call me at (248) 569-7030 Business offices are (530) 888-7227 4/25/01

Hanshi Willie Adams

K.I.A.I. Founder and C.E.O.

Ku-Dan in Isshinryu Karate (9th Degree)

 

 

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