International Okinawan Budo-Kai

A Network Of Traditional Martial Arts Schools

The International Okinawan Budo-Kai (IOBK) is dedicated to preserving traditional martial arts and supporting instructors around the world.

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About IOBK

The International Okinawan Budo-Kai (IOBK) connects instructors and schools who are committed to preserving our lineage, especially those continuing their training after the passing of their teachers.

We provide structure, community, and a home for traditional martial arts.

Board Of Advisors

The IOBK Board of Advisors consists of senior martial artists whose knowledge and leadership span generations of Okinawan karate and Chinese martial arts. Their mission is to uphold our lineage, support our instructors, and help guide the growth and direction of the IOBK.

They also provide a place of belonging for instructors and schools seeking a stable and honorable home within the martial arts.

Matt Molineux, Hanshi

Kaicho
10th Dan, Shinmei Shorinryu Karate

James Gifford, Hanshi

Chief Instructor
9th Dan, Shinmei Shorinryu Karate

John Chatwood, Hanshi

10th Dan, Shintoyoshin Juijutsu

Steve Aldus, Si Tai Gung

10th Dan, Chinese Martial Arts

Kevin McGrath, Hanshi

10th Dan, Gojuryu Karate

Member Schools

IOBK schools can be found across the United States, each committed to the study and preservation of traditional martial arts. Led by experienced instructors, our member schools embody the principles of our lineage and ensure that its teachings continue to thrive in communities from coast to coast.

School NameCityState
International Okinawan Budo-Kai HombuBlairsvilleGA
Sierra Jiujitsu and KarateCarson CityNV
Imperial Crane Martial ArtsCroftonMD
Golden Dragon Karate SchoolAlphaNJ
John Cox Martial ArtsLebanonKY
Randy Lloyd's Karate SchoolBrimfieldIL
Okinawan Shorin-ryu Karate SchoolMelbourneFL
Okinawan Karate AcademyCummingGA
Gifford Martial ArtsNokesvilleVA
Coopersburg Karate AcademyCoopersburgPA
Bethlehem Karate AssociationBethlehem PA
Aldus Martial ArtsPeoriaIL
Good Shepherd Karate AcademyBethlehemPA
Columbus DojoColumbusGA
Metamora Martial ArtsMetamoraIL

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Contact IOBK

Whether you’re looking for an IOBK school near you, want to learn more about our instructors, or are interested in joining the IOBK yourself, we’re here to help. Send us a message and we’ll get back to you soon.

    Joining the IOBK came at a time when I really needed guidance, and I was welcomed like family. The support and shared knowledge have made a real difference for both my own training and my school. I’m grateful to be part of this community.

    Adam BocklerMetamora Martial Arts