GIVING BACK
OUR MISSION
Who We Are
The idea of the IOCEF concept was initially envisioned in 2012 after several Okinawans and Okinawa karate masters visited the Shin Tenchi Dojo. With the persuasion of Higaonna Morio Sensei Hanshi, an Okinawa cultural living treasure, together we set the idea in motion and took it from concept to reality. Present at that initial meeting were Dan Smith of the Seibukan, Eric Higaonna son of Higaonna Morio Sensei, Shimabukuro Zenpo Sensei founder of the Seibukan and at that time President of the Rengokai, David Chambers of Classical Fighting Arts magazine and Mickey Brock the eventual founder of the IOCEF. In essence we aim to provide a cultural experience to bridge Okinawan culture to the West, fostering cultural appreciation and understanding. From the moment we started our work, we understood that by working together we could create something special. That is why we ultimately decided to launch the IOCEF. We strive daily to make a positive impact on those we serve.
OUR PROGRAMS
Okinawan Karate
With our school owner being a direct student of the famed Higaonna Morio Sensei for over 30 years and visiting frequently to train, you can rest assured that you will be getting authentic teaching straight from Okinawa and exactly as karate is meant to be taught. Visit our dojo at the link provided below:
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Training Events
We have had many events over the years, in concert with Classical Fighting Arts magazine, featuring the best karate masters on Okinawa such as Kuramoto Sensei above. As soon as the new dojo is ready we will resume our events! Visit our event page at the link below:
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Traditional Dance
(Coming Soon)
Please check back often for start dates!
Eisa Drumming
(Coming Soon)
Please check back often for start dates.
Etiquette
(Coming Soon)
Please check back often for start dates.
Museum
(Coming Soon)
Event Calendar
Donations and Grants
If you would like to be a part of our endeavors to build up those in our community, please consider donating here. If you would like more information before doing so please call the director of this non profit privately at (706) 260-8591.
Contact Us
Address
200 Nix Road
Dalton, GA 30720
Contact
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
​Sunday
Closed