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Japanese American Lives coming to PBS
Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi will host a special three episode series Japanese American Lives on PBS. Presented by the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), the programs will explore the “rich and diverse history of Japanese Americans” with...
Memorial service for Kenji Yamada
Here is the information about the memorial services to be held for Kenji Yamada: Memorial Services will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 9, 2014 at: Boys and Girls Club of Bellevue 209-100th Ave NE Bellevue, WA 98004 telephone – 425-454-6162
The Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund
The application for the Joseph Fitzsimmons Scholarship fund is available in PDF format. Closing for applications is 5pm on 15th July.
Psychology professor coached Judo at Olympic level
David Matsumoto wasn’t interested in the sport of Judo when he first started at seven years old, but being the youngest of three boys, he was expected to follow in their footsteps when his time came. His perseverance in the sport brought him the honor of seventh...
Two interesting videos on youtube
From Edward Szrejter - video on meaning of judo by Dr. Kano This video sums up what Judo is to the Traditionalist Kodokan instructor. Not a condemnation on what others do in the name of Judo however, most often the full term, Kodokan Judo" is not emphasized, only the...
Sensei Eddie Stewart
It is with a sad heart that I report to you the passing of Sensei Eddie Stewart, founder of the Bojuka Ryu Martial Arts Club (1970) this past Friday, March 7th. Like many Sensei, he was a great instructor, role model, a mentor, counselor, and friend. Services will be...
| Date | Event | Yudanshakai | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2025 | Konan Promotional Clinic Southfield, MI | Konan | ✉ Tom Sheehan |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Oregon State University Judo Tournament Corvallis, OR | Northwest | ✉ Julie Koyama |
| Feb 15, 2025 | 2025 Michigan State Games Judo Grand Rapids, MI | Konan | ✉ Jim Murray (616) 293-1568 |
| Feb 23, 2025 | Konan Promotional Southfield, MI | Konan | ✉ Tom Sheehan |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Kata Clinic with Eiko Shepherd Lincoln, NE | Chicago | ✉ John Bailey (402) 474-5425 |