Funakoshi Shotokan Karate Association

Having a clean mirror is visually therapeutic, and allows for easier corrections. #milpitaskarate

White Belt Kata - Taikyoku Shodan is for the Beginner students. Will do a tutorial soon, since this kata is the basis for brand new students. #takikyoku shodan #milpitaskarate

Reflexology practice.

Sensei George ironing out the tatami kinks with the Youth class as we head in to the next tier. #milpitaskarate #fska

Part of the Adult Advanced class reunited and showing their spirit for 2021! #milpitaskarate #funakoshishotokan #fska

August 1970 ~ Sensei Chuck Okimura greeted by my Father. Sensei Chuck Okimura founded the 4th Street dojo in San Jose, CA back in the early '70s, and stayed in that location for over 30 years. Many veterans in their 60s and 70s from that dojo are still going strong, and training with us at the HQ in Milpitas. ... #chuckokimura #4thstreetdojo

Dec 1988 ~ San Francisco My Father feeling the Chilly SF weather with Sensei James Miyaji from the Hawaii team. Many friendships were formed while living in Hawaii, and beyond as they would bring a talented team to compete in the '80s - '90s. ... #hawaiikaratekodanshakai #jamesmiyaji

Dojo Reopening: Should have an update tomorrow from the County of Santa Clara. Thank you for the support and patience as we start off the new year! ... HQ Milpitas, CA USA

1975 ~ having a Sensei train next to you, showing the way, is the ultimate motivation. #kennethfunakoshi #1970skarate

1978 ~ Being supported by my Dad's mustache at the festive KAH picnic at Ala Moana Beach Park, which attracted hundreds of participants enjoying the delicious food and competitive games. Anyone still have the KAH t-shirts in their closet? #alamoanabeachpark

Virtual Ceremony Update: The new virtual ceremony date will be posted when we are in the final stages. Due to varying schedules, we want to ensure everyone's photo submission to make it a memorable presentation.... Thank you for your understanding and support. #fska