CHIEF INSTRUCTOR: Edmond Otis - 7th Dan

is Chief Instructor of the American JKA Karate Association (AJKA), and a lecturer in UCR's Graduate School of Education and Honors Program. He has practiced traditional karate since 1967 and is internationally known as a competitor, instructor, coach, and judge.

Sensei Otis is acclaimed for his innovative and dynamic teaching style and has trained numerous national and international champions. He travels internationally, conducting instructor seminars that focus on all aspects of karate practice - a dynamic and intense method of self-defense, a rigorous form of exercise, a philosophy of life, and an exciting competitive sport.

Sensei Otis is co-author of "The Complete Idiots Guide to Karate" from Macmillan-USA Publishers, and is featured in the international video series: "Essential Shotokan", from Perfect Form, Inc. Visit the essential shotokan website to see video clips.

Kevin Warner, 6th dan

has practiced traditional karate for over 30 years. An international competitor, he has won numerous national sparring and form championships. In 1997, he captured an individual bronze medal at World Shotokan Karate Championships, and in 2002, at the KWF World Championships. In 2007 he captured an individual gold medal at the WUKO World Championship.

John Rellias, 5th dan

has practiced traditional karate for over 30 years. He has won numerous national sparring titles and has represented the United States in international competition. He is known for his intensity as a teacher and excellence of technique.

Nathan Scarano, 5th dan

has practiced traditional karate for over 30 years. A national and international champion, he has represented the United States in international competition. He is known for the power of his technique and strength of his spirit.