Video Feature: The History of Okinawan Karate
Okinawan karate has been shaped by significant cultural, political and geographic influences spanning many centuries. Click here to view a short movie produced by the Okinawan Prefectural Government that provides a historical view.

Links:

  • Cincinnati Shotokan
  • North American Matsubayashi-Ryu Karate-Do Association
  • World Matsubayashi-Ryu Karate-Do Association
  • Welcome to Mastin’s School of Martial Arts!

    sensei_mastin_smallAnyone can teach you how to kick or punch. My goal is to make you a champion individual that can excel in all the areas of life. I strive to instill courtesy and focus in each student while building confidence and self esteem in a safe, fun and positive manner.

    Even though we have multiple schools and programs, one thing remains the same. “What is that,” you ask? – The traditional training atmosphere. We have thought about relocating the main school several times. It always comes back with same results: It doesn’t feel right to lose the close family mentality that has been in place for over 2 decades.

    Many incredible individuals have trained with us. Some of them are: Professional football player, famous musician, police and firemen, United States soldiers and veterans, foreign exchange students, doctors, lawyers, single mothers, 3 and 4 year old children with disabilities, students that may be overweight and even a student over 70 years of age … the list goes on and on.

    We have had several guest instructors from overseas and have several students become United States National Champions.

    All of the individuals named above have 1 thing in common. When they enter the school they are all equal. My goal is simple: To help others in any way possible.

    We teach traditional Matsubayashi-Ryu (Shorin-Ryu) under the direction of Soke Nagamine. Sensei Mastin has 4 copyrighted books with criteria specific directions for each belt level. The instruction and books cover all age groups from the 4 year old Little Ninja Student to the Blackbelt Adult Students.

    Things covered are: stances, blocks, strikes (kicks, punches, elbows, and knees), 18 Traditional Kata, 7 Traditional Yakusoku kumites with all variations and advanced Yakusoku kumites, over 300 self defense holds, locks, grabs, throws, escapes, takedowns, Goal setting, fitness, stamina and endurance training and many other areas.

    Here are some things that you can do to grow stronger as an individual and help the dojo grow stronger at the same time:

    1. Set a goal of attending class 1 or 2 times per week.
    2. Attend the correct class and be on time!
    3. Sponsor a friend

    Care Enough to Share

    We need your help to make our school grow. Our hopes are to reach as many people as possible and make our school a strong, caring place that changes lives for the better. As our slogan states, “We create champion individuals.” With this in mind, please do your part and help sponsor a student. If everyone supports us, we will accomplish one of our goals in no time.

    Your referral of a friend or neighbor to our school is one of the finest compliments you can give us. We welcome your friends and neighbors to become part of our family. Please help me make my dream and vision a reality.

    Sensei Scott Mastin