Traditional customs and protocol being demonstrated after a kumite training in a typical adult class at the Brewer Dojo 

Shorin-Ryu is a 300-year old system of self-defense that involves punching, kicking, grappling, and throwing.  This, combined with applying pressure points and joint manipulation creates a very effective method of defending against single or multiple attackers. 

Karate involves learning self-confidence, self-discipline, and builds self-esteem .  Our style also incorporates Japanese customs, history, and language in our class curriculum.  We are looking forward to having you as a student in our dojo as it takes a special person to be a karate student, one who walks the path.  It takes a person with high morals and respect for self and others, to be one of these special people. If this defines what you're looking for then by all means continue to view this website for valuable information. You will learn about history, customs and protocols of the Okinawa people, kata, kobudo, and kumite techniques.  Last you will see a photo gallery of the Brewer Maine Dojo with highlighted pictures of events, seminars, and visits to Okinawa, Japan. 

We are a charter member of the OSMKKF (Okinawa Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito Karate and Kobudo Federation), led by Grandmaster Fusei Kise, 10th Dan and Kaicho Isao Kise, 8th Dan Supreme Instructor from Okinawa, Japan. The Brewer Dojo has direct connection to Sensei Brad Hamel, 5th Dan who is a student of Shihan Greg Lazarus, 7th Dan (Eastern U.S. Director) from the Dover Kenshin Kan Dojo in Dover, NH.