Spring 2026 Training Camp
The Kobukan Annual International Training Camp
was a HUGE success!
The crew from the Alaska Dojo headed by 4th Dan Sensei Shawn Clapp (2nd from left)
From Left to Right: Tyler Swain, Shawn Clapp, Hanshi Vellucci, Mike Connelly, Ramon Diaz, Hanshi Greg Poitras
The following promotions were awarded:
Glen Ritterman to 7th Dan Kyoshi rank
Tony Morris to Sandan Crane
Jared Serrano to Sandan Crane
Florianus Josopandojo to Sandan Shorin Ryu
Mikey O’Donojue to Nidan Crane
Caleb Benedict to Nidan Crane
Mike Connelly to Nidan Crane
Ramon Diaz to Shodan Crane
Jason Weiss to Shodan Crane
Tyler Swain to Yellow Belt Crane
Kyoshi Glenn Recieves his 7th degree Black Belt in Shorin Ryu and Hakutsuru
The After Party
Well, let’s just say that all had a good time and leave it at that.
About Kobukan Karate Federation
At the Kobukan Karate Federation, we will train you to become proficient in the Okinawan martial arts of Matsumura Shorin Ryu and Hakutsuru White Crane, as well as practical self-defense for reality-based fighting. We have also recently added Yoga/Yoki instruction to our offerings.
Learn more about our lineage, training methods, and how you can get involved with Crane Karate today.