About Us
Kobukan Karate Federation
"Kobukan" literally translates to "Hall of the Ancient Warrior". Our federation is dedicated to preserving the traditional Asian fighting arts; as well as teaching practical street survival and self defense for the modern world. Instructors and students are dedicated to helping each other follow the Martial Path. View our organizational chart and list of Black Belts below.
Kobukan Board of Directors
The Kobukan Federation is a small and closely-knit group of martial artists dedicated to the preservation of the ancient combat arts. All Black Belts have input into the organization, curriculum, and training requirements for students. The Kobukan Board of Directors is as follows:
President and Chairman: Hanshi Lawrence Vellucci, 10th Dan
Vice President/Kobudo Director: Hanshi Greg Poitras, 8th Dan
Shorin Ryu Director: Renshi Glenn Ritterman, 6th Dan
Northwest Director: Sensei Kurt Fairbank, 4th Dan
Northeast Director: Sensei Matt Hogan, 4th Dan
Alaska Director: Sensei Shawn Clapp, 4th Dan
Join the Kobukan Karate Federation
Individual memberships in the Kobukan Karate Federation are available. We offer quality home study instruction that leads to full black belt certification. With 300 home study students worldwide, members can purchase the course and instructional videos from our store. You can also video-test for belt rank promotions.
Contact us for more information on how to join and begin your martial arts journey with the Kobukan Karate Federation.
