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AOKA
AOKA stands for the American Okinawan Karate Academy. These are our
TAI SHIN KI DO
Soke, Barnes-Hanshi began his 50 plus years in pursuit of martial arts training in 1954. This was the time that he wa
IBBA
The International Black Belt Association was created and is managed by professional Black Belt instructors. It's
charter is to provide an additional means by which Martial Art instructors can provide professional
endorsements to their credentials.


The National Isshin-Shorin-Go Ryu Karate Association patch was designed by Master Barnes and shares the same symbology as the A.O.K.A. patch as it applies to the Tori, the Flaming Sai, and the white background. The Circular shape of the patch and the associated trim represents the never ending nature of the study of martial arts, the completeness of the Isshin-Shorin Go Ryu style and the unity and togetherness of the association. The circular shape also represents that while Isshin-Shorin-Go Ryu style and the unity and togetherness of the association. The circular shape also represents that while Isshin-Shorin-Go Ryu is a complete martial arts system, it is expanding and improving.

 

 

 


Taishinkido Chief Executive Officer

Hanshi Barnes

Chairman and President of TSKD/NIKA

Shihan Gowan

Vice Chairman and President of AOKA

Shihan Hyder

Vice chairman and President of IBBA

Shihan Cooper
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