Pinnacle Martial Arts

06/17/2026

Three days. World-class instruction. Lifelong connections.

The United States Karate-Do Kai Symposium returns July 31 through August 2, 2026, featuring Hanshi Bruce Hielman, 10th Degree Black Belt, along with an outstanding lineup of respected instructors from across the country.

Whether you are a student, instructor, dojo owner, or lifelong martial artist, this is an opportunity to train, learn, and share knowledge with some of the finest practitioners in traditional karate.

What to expect:

• Three days of hands-on training
• Instruction from nationally recognized martial artists
• Bunkai, kata, kobudo, jujitsu, and traditional karate concepts
• Fellowship with dedicated martial artists from across the United States
• New ideas you can take back to your dojo immediately

The USKK Symposium is more than a seminar. It is a chance to strengthen your skills, deepen your understanding, and build relationships within the martial arts community.

Registration is now open.

Reserve your spot today at:
www.uskk.org/events⁠

06/17/2026

2019 - Pinnacle Martial Arts (Rushville, IN) Black Belts with Hanshi Koeppel, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

06/16/2026

Confidence. Discipline. Focus. Respect.

These are more than words. They are skills that help children succeed at home, in school, and throughout life.

At Pinnacle Martial Arts, our Juniors Karate Program for ages 9-14 teaches traditional karate in a structured, supportive environment where students learn to set goals, work hard, show respect, and build lasting confidence.

Whether your child is looking for a new challenge, needs a positive outlet for energy, or wants to develop greater focus and self-discipline, karate can make a lasting difference.

Classes are now enrolling in Rushville.

Contact Pinnacle Martial Arts today to schedule a free introductory class and see if our Juniors Program is the right fit for your child.

Limited class spots are available. Message us or call today to reserve your child’s spot.

06/16/2026

1995 - Seated L to R: John Hutchcroft, Sensei Koeppel, and Rudy Pavletic.

06/15/2026

1994, Athlone, IRE - Sensei Koeppel and Mr. Dennis Bruger

06/12/2026

Sensei and Herb Johnson

06/11/2026

Lots of history!!!!

USKA - R.A Trias
Having started the first Karate school in the US and establishing the USKA, O'Sensei Trias is without doubt the Father of Karate in America. Growing up in Phoenix I had the opportunity to train under O'Sensei. USKA headquarters was until his death the mecca of true Old School Martial Artists. Anyone who was anyone regularly came to train or at least help close down the nearby Chinese restaurant.
Photos presented here are from various sources and are a reminder of the well deserved legacy that was/is O'Sensei Trias.

06/11/2026

PMA will not be having Juniors class tonight Thursday June 11th. If you have kumite gear please bring it with you next Tuesday June 16th. We will be doing drills with gear.

06/11/2026

1996 in Peoria, IL. - Terry Macarone, Takayoshi Nagamine, Sensei Koeppel.

06/10/2026

1995 - Sensei Koeppel working with Mr. David Hamann. Mike Awad and Tom Awad in the background.