Crossville Isshinryu Karate Academy

⚖️ Better balance now = fewer “whoa… almost fell” moments later.

⏰ The countdown is on! Just 25 days remain until the 2026 Isshinryu Hall of Fame Weekend in Gatlinburg, Tennessee!

Every year, this event brings together generations of Isshinryu practitioners from around the world for a weekend of competition, seminars, fellowship, recognition, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re stepping on the tournament floor, attending seminars, reconnecting with old friends, or meeting new members of our Isshinryu family, this is a weekend you won’t want to miss.

⚠️ Important Reminder: There are only 8 days left to secure your banquet tickets!
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The Awards Banquet is one of the highlights of the entire weekend as we honor this year’s inductees, celebrate our award recipients, recognize outstanding achievements, and enjoy an evening surrounded by the people who make our Isshinryu community so special.

✅ Tournament
✅ Seminars
✅ Hall of Fame Inductions
✅ Reunion of Friends

The clock is ticking. Make your plans, finalize your registrations, and join us as we celebrate the past, inspire the future, and continue building the legacy of Isshinryu Karate.

Tuesday 6/23/26 at Crossville Isshinryu Karate Academy :
The dojo will be open by 5:00 PM for anyone wanting to practice before class.
5:30 PM: Beginner Kids Karate Class with Master Tim Sherrill and Senseis Gary L Howard and Jason Ayers. Tonight’s class will be a quick warm up followed by works on basic punches and basic kicks. Lots of kicks . It will be a lot of fun!!
6:40 PM: Adult Karate Class with the Amazing Master Ben Gibson and Sensei Trent Palmer.

Scenes from Crossville Isshinryu Karate Academy staff at the Sheriff’s Department Youth Academy on 6/22/26. Thanks to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department for letting CIKA participate with the academy program, and big thanks to Master Marty Robbins, Master Ben Gibson, Master Eric Bradberry, and Senseis Gary L Howard and George Gerrard for sacrificing their time and talent.

Monday 6/22/26 at Crossville Isshinryu Karate Academy :
5:30 PM : Advanced Kids Karate Class with Master Marty Robbins and Sensei Jim Van Winkle.
6:40 PM: Adult Karate Class with Master Marty and sensei George Gerrard.

🧘‍♀️ Yoga is cheaper than Botox, therapy, and physical therapy combined.
Just saying.

🎉 Weekend starter pack: yoga, hydration, and pretending you’ll go to bed early.
Get on the mat with Cat and Lauren!

Thursday 6/18/26 at Crossville Isshinryu Karate Academy :
The dojo will open at 5:00 PM for anyone wanting to practice before class.
5:30 PM: All Levels Kids Karate Class with Master Tim Sherrill, Senseis Gary L Howard and Jason Ayers. Tonight’s class will be a lot of katas and kumite so bring your sparring gear!.
6:40 PM: Adult Karate Class with Master Eric Bradberry and Sensei John Van Winkle. Tonight’s class will continue the Kobudo Certification Course with continued work on Urashi Bo. The Kobudo Course is free to any black belt wanting to learn or improve their weapons katas. A regular adult class will be held for those not part of the Kobudo course.
Students, families and visitors please remember DO NOT park behind the doctors office. Please park in front of the doctors office or in front of the dojo. Thanks.