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 34 years of street level law enforcement in Florida, with over 24 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 54.

My Instructors: 
  • Holubecki, Sensei - Holyoke, Mass. 
  • Harrill, Sensei - Carson, Iowa 
Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Traditionalist for over 24 years and a former heavyweight boxer. 

Current Occupation: 

  • Deputy Sheriff - Central Florida 11 yrs. 
  • Okinawan Isshin-Ryu Karate Instructor 
  • Police Defensive Tactics Instructor 
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: bestkarate2008@earthlink.net
(407) 474-9210

In Loving Memory of O'Sensei Sherman Jordan Harrill