SENSEI & The DOJO
       

Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate is a no nonsense style of martial arts which incorporates self-defense, empty-hand forms and the study of the ancient weapon fighting ways. Through the study of Okinawan Isshin-Ryu, the practitioner will benefit physically, mentally, and spiritually. These all are derived by hard work, goal setting and the victory is human accomplishment. Confidence is an absolute! Come train with the BEST!

I have over 37 years of street level law enforcement in Florida (retired), with over 28 years of training in Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate and over 10 years of boxing experience. I come to you with many years of vast knowledge, awareness, discipline, and leadership skills. Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate-Do is here for you to make your life better and safer.
 



SENSEI'S BIO

Michael "Mike" Best (RokuDan-6th Degree Blackbelt) age 58.

My Instructors: 
  • Holubecki, Sensei - Holyoke, Mass. 
  • Harrill, Sensei - Carson, Iowa 
Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Traditionalist for over 28 years and a former heavyweight boxer. 

Current Occupation: 

  • Deputy Sheriff - Central Florida 14 years (Retired) 
  • Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate Instructor 
  • Certifed Police Defensive Tactics Instructor (FDLE)
Former D.A. Felony/Homicide Det. - 4 yrs.
Former Florida State Trooper - 16 yrs.
Former Policeman - 3 yrs.
Former "SRT" Team Leader
Former Field Training Officer
 
State of Florida Law Enforcement
Officer of the Year 1994

 


Personal E-mail: bestkarate2012@earthlink.net
(407) 474-9210

In Loving Memory of O'Sensei Sherman Jordan Harrill