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The Spirit of RyuKyu 2025

HomeEventsThe Spirit of RyuKyu 2025
21 Feb

By Sensei Hutchcroft

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Seminar

The Spirit of RyuKyu 2025

Join us for a unique gathering where practitioners from all styles come together to explore the shared concepts of Village Karate the foundation of our martial arts heritage. Through deep discussions, hands-on training, and collaborative exploration, we will uncover the universal principles that connect our styles and elevate our understanding of Okinawan karate’s rich history.

Open to All styles

Click here to register!

12 – 13 September 2025

  • Classical Okinawan Life Protection
  • Kata & Bunkai Exploration
  • Banquet & Presentations Saturday
  • Multiple Presenters

John Hutchcroft – 9th Dan Matsumura Ha Shorin Ryu

Unveiling the Principles of Life Protection with
Bunkai & Naihanchi Drills


Jeff Ader – 9th Dan Matsumura Seito Shorin Ryu Kenshin Kan

Bo on Bo Kumite & Kenshin Kan Concepts


Mike Wall – 9th Dan Matsumura Ha Shorin Ryu, 6th Dan RyuKyu Kempo

Introducing RyuKyu – Arm Bars & Blocking Drills


Gary Newton – 6th Dan Beikoku Shidokan Shorin Ryu

Soft Block as taught by Seikichi Iha


Heather Wall – 6th Dan Matsumura Ha Shorin Ryu, Mataas Na Guro FMA

Bunkai applications using Filipino Martial Art’s Empty hand and knife techniques


Friday Training

9am – 12pm
1pm – 5pm

Saturday Training

9am – 12pm
1pm – 5pm

Saturday Banquet

7pm

Embrace the wisdom of the past to refine the techniques of today

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Hilton Peak Resort

Address: 7677 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Phone: 602-997-2626

Your room block is loaded and bookable by calling 1-800-Hiltons (445-8667), just mention the group code 902 or by mentioning the group OVKA or Okinawa Village Karate Assoc. You can also book by calling the hotel directly at 1-602-997-2626 and being connected with reservations.

Click here for hotel booking

Cutoff date to secure the group discounted rate is August 12, 2025

Downloadable 3 page flyer

The Spirit of RyuKyu 2025
The Spirit of RyuKyu 2025

Registration Link
https://villagekarate.com/product/the-spirit-of-ryukyu-2025-registration/

Pdf Flyer

Administrator:
John Hutchcroft
Email:
OkinawaVillageKarate@gmail.com
Phone:
517 388-5206
Address:
1223 Lavalle, Ct., St. Johns, MI 48879

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