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THE UMAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Universal Martial Arts
Associations is recognized as a leading traditional martial
arts organization. UMAA is dedicated to the preservation of the
"ALL STYLES" of Martial Arts because we believe there is
knowledge to be gained from all of the world's martial systems. Most
of the "old Masters" knew this to be true and also trained in various
arts to enhance their knowledge and ability.
The UMAA was
founded to help preserve our "DIVERSE" martial arts history
and eliminate "POLITICS" found in many systems or styles.
UMAA promotes based on experience, knowledge, and ability. An Advisory
Board directs the UMAA, certifications, and promotions. No single individual
determines acceptance into the UMAA or professional ability of candidates.
The following UMAA officers are responsible for the day to day operation
of the association.
Hanshi
Seifuku Nitta
Honorary Chairman of the International Board of Directors UMAA
Hanshi, 10th Dan Shorin Ryu Karate and Kobudo, Okinawa, Japan
Hanshi Nitta lives and teaches Okinawa Shorin Ryu karate
and Kobudo in Okinawa, Japan
Shihan
Frank Williams
UMAA Founder & Kaicho
7th Dan Shorin Ryu Karate and Kobudo, 5th Dan Okinawa Tuite
Mr. Williams' various martial arts ranks have been
awarded and certified by the following organizations:
All Okinawa Shorin Ryu Karate and Kobudo Federation
American Goshin Budo Kobudo Federation
Okinawa Kensei Do-Ko Kai
Sempai
Ryuji Williams
Executive Secretary, UMAA
4th Dan Shorin Ryu Karate
UMAA ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Advisory Board is comprised of some of the leading martial artists
in the world spanning traditional disciplines. The Advisiory Board acts
as a special advisory group to the President to provide guidance and
direction to the operation of the Association. The UMAA Advisory Board
is comprised of Hanshi, Kyoshi and Shihan. It is an honor to have such
a well known group of martial artists as part of the UMAA.
Tony Sandoval,
Hanshi, 10th Dan, Hakutsuru
Johnny
Lupton, Hanshi, 10 Dan Jiu-Jitsu
Charles Davis, Hanshi, 9th Dan, Shorin Ryu
Kevin McGrath, Hanshi, 9th Dan, Urban USA Goju Ryu
Karl Hovey, Kyoshi, 8th Dan, Isshin Ryu Karate
Charles Mann, Kysohi, 8th Dan, Okinawa Kenpo
Karate & Kobudo
Jerry Offutt, Kysohi, 8th Dan, Shotokan
Ken Morgan, Shihan, 7th Dan, Shorin Ryu Karate
Ken Jackson, Shihan, 7th Dan, Kuniba Ha Shito
Ryu
Jann Aki, Shihan, 6th Dan, Goju Ryu (Japanese)
UMAA SPECIAL ADVISORS
The UMAA has Special Advisors for kata and kobudo divisions. These officers
serve as Seminar Leaders, Advisors to the Executive Board and are considered
Subject Matter Experts(SME) for their years of study in various martial
arts.
Larry Isaac, Hanshi, 10th
Dan Okinawan Kempo & Kobudo
Don Dike, Kyoshi,
8th Dan Okinawan Karate & Kobudo
Danita Clarke, Kyoshi, 8th
Dan Okinawan Shorin Ryu & Hakutsuru
UMAA RENSHI BOARD
The UMAA Renshi Board is a group of Elite Licensed Instructors that
assist the UMAA with technical and adminstratives issues as well as
assist with the organization, planning and execution of special events
such as Summer Camps, Gasshuku's, Seminars, the UMAA Hall of Fame and
other important local, State, Regional and National UMAA events.
Latasha Young, Renshi, 5th
Dan Shorin Ryu Karate Kobudo, North Carolina
Polly Melick,
Renshi, 5th Dan Shorin Ryu Karate,
New Jersey
Mario
Rohl, Sensei, 5th Dan Shorin Ryu
Karate, Germany
Garry Parker, Sensei, 3rd
Dan Okinawan Goshukan Ryu, Georgia
Robyn
Rush-James, Renshi, 5th Dan Okinawa
Kenpo Kobudo, Arizona
Breffni Gaffney,
Renshi, 5th Dan Jiu-Jitsu, Ireland
UMAA STYLE/ORGANIZATION LEADERS AND
SPECIAL ADVISORS TO THE BOARD
The UMAA also has separated styles. An individual who has received a
teacher or senior teacher's certification directly from the Founder
or Current Head of the particular traditional system heads each style/division.
These individuals are responsible for establishing the minimum style
requirements in accordance with the internationally accepted standards
for the particular system.
| Okinawa Shorin Ryu |
Seifuku Nitta, 10th Dan |
| Hakutsuru |
Tony Sandoval, 10th Dan |
| Shorinji Ryu |
Dr. Ken Balliet, 10th Dan |
| Hachiman Ryu Batto Jutsu |
Hamamoto Hisao, Soke |
| Okinawa Kempo |
Larry Isaac, 10th Dan |
| Kickboxing/Combatives |
Leon Wright, 10th Dan |
| Jiu-Jistu |
Johnny Lupton, 10th Dan |
| Shotokan |
Jerry Offutt, 8th Dan |
| Isshin Ryu |
Karl Hovey, 8th Dan |
| Okinawa Kobudo |
Don Dike, 8th Dan |
| Motobu Ha Shito Ryu |
Ken Jackson, 7th Dan |
| Mugai Ryu |
Robert Smith, 6th Dan |
| Shuri-Ryu Karate-Do |
Troy Price, 6th Dan |
| Kung Fu |
Jin Chen. Sifu |
| Japanese Goju Ryu |
Jann Aki, 6th Dan |
| WTF Tae Kwon Do |
Russ Lewis, 5th Dan |
Aiki Jui Jitsu |
Ron Den Boer, 5th Dan |
| Moo Duk Kwon |
Kurt Wells, 5th Dan |
| Okinawa Goshukan Ryu |
Garry Parker, 3rd Dan |
For more information, you can contact UMAA by mail, phone,
or email address.
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