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The Shorin-Ryu Karatedo and Kobudo Association of America (SKKAA) All schools within the SKKAA operate under a charter from the national organization. Under their charter, the schools pledge to teach the curriculum and maintain the standards of the SKKAA as set by its Board of Directors and Officers. Charters are renewed annually. The SKKAA currently has schools in Ohio, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, Wyoming, and Oregon.


Yoki Tobi Geri Watertown

The Sessa Kai Dojo is located at 214A Waverly Avenue in Watertown, MA (02472) and is led by Sensei Mike Pepe . Sensei Mike holds the rank of Rokyudan (6th Degree Black Belt). He is assisted by Sensei Kristen Pepe, who holds the rank of Sandan (3rd Degree Black Belt). Feel free to contact Sensei Mike at mikepepe@sessakai.com. Ask questions, make comments, discuss bunkai. For more information, contact the Sessa Kai Dojo at (617) 923-1140.

Our other Massachusetts schools are located in Andover and Waltham.

Zen Kutsu Dachi Andover

The Northeast Shorin-Ryu Karate Academy of Andover is led by Sensei Steve Iannetti, Yodan (4th Degree Black Belt), Sandan (3rd Degree) Weapons (Kobudo). Sensei Steve is assisted by Sensei Thomas A. Wirtanen, Godan (5th Degree Black Belt). The Andover school is run through the Andover Department of Community Services and meets twice a week at Bancroft elementary school. Youth classes start at 8 years of age. Adult classes are held for students typically 12 years of age and up. Non-residents are welcome. For more information, contact the DCS at (978) 623-8274.

Yoki Geri Waltham

The Shorin-Ryu Karate Academy of Waltham is led by Sensei James True. Sensei Jim is a Full Instructor and has achieved the rank of Nanadan (7th Degree Black Belt). Sensei True is also the Head Instructor for the Northeast Shorin-Ryu Karate Academy of Andover. The Waltham school offers a wide variety of classes for all ages. For more information, contact the Waltham school at (781) 894-6585.


Shorin-Ryu Karatedo and Kobudo Association of America (SKKAA) Affiliate Dojos

Massachusetts:
Northeast Shorin-ryu Karate Academy
31 Joel Circle
Lynn, MA 01904

Phone: 508-858-0142
Instructors: Steve Iannetti, Yodan, Tom Wirtanen, Godan, Sherri Reddick, Sandan
Email: iannes@taec.com
Web Site Link:  

Sessa Kai
214a Waverly Ave.
Watertown, MA 02472

Phone: 617-923-1140
Instructors: Michael Pepe, Rokyudan, Kristin Pepe, Sandan
Email: mikepepe@rcn.com
Web Site Link: www.sessakai.com

Shorin-ryu Karate Academy
411 Waverly Oaks Road
Waltham, MA 02452

Phone: 781-894-6585
Instructors:  
Jim True, Nanadan, Steven Tulimieri, Godan, Mike Giacalone, Yodan, John Biddy, Yodan, Marisa Cimino, Yodan 
Email: jstrueshogun@aol.com
Web Site Link: www.shorinryuwaltham.com

 
Maryland
Yamakaze Dojo
Huntingtown, MD

Mailing address: 575 Small Reward Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639
Email: clarke_cm@hotmail.com
Instructors: Christopher M. Clarke, Hachidan; Jennifer Mohler, Sandan; Andrew Mohler, Nidan; 
Classes by special invitation only.

 
North Carolina:
Pine Forest Way
P.O. Box 99006
Durham, NC 27708

Phone: 919-403-2712
Instructors: Fran Heidlage, Yodan
Email: pfwdojo@intrex.net
Web Site Link:

Ohio:
Okinawan Karate Center
45 Houghton St.
Northfield Village, OH 44067

Phone: 440-729-5425
Instructors: Jayne Butram, Rokudan
Email: jbutram@mailstation.com
Web Site Link:

Seishin Karate Club
Please call for directions
Columbus, OH

Phone: 614-351-0088
Instructors: Richard McCulty, Rokudan Jo McCulty, Godan
Email: seishin@columbus.rr.com
Web Site Link: www.karateheart.com

Oregon:
Oregon Family Karate
2759 NE Bunne Rd.
McMinnville, OR 97128

Phone: 503-434-5558
Instructors: Lance Morgan, Yodan
Email: hogleg5@juno.com
Web Site Link:

Wyoming
Wyoming Karate Club
P.O. Box 9789
Jackson, WY 83002

Phone: 307-739-8812
Instructors: Sue Theise, Yodan
Email: information@wykarate.com
Web Site Link: WyKarate.com

 

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