Kobukan Karate Federation President and Chairman

Hanshi Cassondra Lynn Vellucci

Cassondra Lynn Vellucci sadly passed away suddenly on March 4th, 2025. She was psothumously promoted to 8th degree Black Belt in Matsumura Shorin Ryu Karate and Hakutsuru White Crane on April 4th, 2025. Kasi brought a unique blend of skills and expertise that greatly benefited our Federation, especially in the internal arts.

Hanshi Kasi had a Master’s Degree in Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services Counseling. In 2012, Kasi developed an integrated system of Yoki™, which combined the creative aspects of meditation, breathwork, yoga, and martial arts disciplines focused on integrated wellness. With over 30 years experience in yoga, fitness, and martial arts, Hanshi will be greatly missed but her spirit and energy will be with us always.