The HOUSE of GOJU

I had an amazing opportunity to visit Japan (thank you Rich). During that trip I was able to visit and train at different Dojo’s on mainland Japan and Okinawa. One of those amazing experiences was being able to visit the grave of Chōjun Miyagi, Founder of Goju-Ryu Karate and pay my respects.

I had an amazing opportunity to visit Japan (thank you Rich). During that trip I was able to visit and train at different Dojo’s on mainland Japan and Okinawa. One of those amazing experiences was being able to visit the grave of Chōjun Miyagi, Founder of Goju-Ryu Karate and pay my respects.

One of my students (Lissette) made this for me. This is a lineage tree of the students I promoted. Thank you Lissette for all the hard work and effort you put in making this.

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Attended a Judo training camp, coach and referee clinic on June 28th 2025 at IJC. This facility is amazing and Saro is very knowledgeable as a referee. This was a great event and an amazing experience.

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On May 7th The John Jay College Karate Club held its end of semester promotions. Congratulations to all the students who worked so hard this semester. You all did great. Special Congratulations to Levi and David, who were promoted to NiDan and SanDan respectively. This is a big accomplishment. Everyone worked very hard and should be very proud.

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On June 15th my students presented me with an award. It was such an unexpected and humbling experience. As instructors, we try to pass on the tradition of our art to future generations (as our sensei’s have done for us) with the hope that it will improve and better their lives and the lives of people around them, without ever expecting anything in return. The reward is seeing them grow and develop into the best versions of themselves and go on to accomplish great things in the future. I’m very proud of all of you for the hard work, time, effort and energy you have all put into improving your selves.

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Everyone should have an opportunity to enjoy every activity or sport they wish to experience. Adopting an activity or sport to meet the needs of each individual is a skill each trainer, sensei or coaching should possess. I encourage anyone who teaches to explore adaptive practices in their sport.

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On December 11th, On behalf of Grand Master Alberto Gotay 10th Dan, I had the honor to present Manuel his Shodan (1st Dan) Black Belt certificate. Manuel has been very involved in the club for years. Serving as Club President. Congratulations Manuel.

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Another year assisting the club officers who represented the Martial Arts Club at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Every semester all the clubs have an opportunity to setup a booth at the involvement fair. During a two day period any student at the college has an opportunity to meet representatives from every club in the college and join whichever activity, hobby or passion they want to participate in. This is an amazing event for all the students. Follow your dreams everyone.

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My journey through the various levels of coaching

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Attended a Judo training camp and referee rule clinic on January 25th 2025 at IJC. This facility is amazing and Saro is very knowledgeable as a referee. This was a great event and an amazing experience.

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Another semester is here at John Jay College. Some students have graduated and will not be returning to the dojo, we wish them all the best on their next stage in their journey of life. To our returning students, we look forward to helping you grow and develop in Martial Arts. To our new students, we hope that you will enjoy your experience here and that it will help you to develop with the help of Martial Arts.

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