"SHI-DO-KAN",  literally translated, means "The group that lives and trains in the way of the samurai warrior." A martial art of the 21st Century, Shidokan roots date back to hundreds of years to it's Okinawan ancestors. Suffice it is to say, Shidokan is an eclectic combination of Goju-Ryu, Shotokan, Kyokushinkai and Thai Boxing.

Founder: Grandmaster Kancho Yoshiji Soeno

United States Shidokan Association

The USSA is the governing body of Shidokan Karate in the U.S. It is responsible for organizing and promoting Shidokan Karate throughout the United States. This includes sanctioning of all Shidokan related events, including belt promotions, new Shidokan dojos and tournaments. The USSA also provides and sponsors fighters who have competed throughout Europe and Asia.

Shidokan Board of Directors

Shihan Eddie Yoshimura, President
Bo Modenica, Chief Instructor
Shihan Matsumoto, Japan Honbu Representative
Sensei Raphael Linares, Head Karate Instructor
Wayne Gregory, Head Kickboxing Instructor
Shonie Carter, Head Grappling Instructor