Delaware Bushido Academy

07/30/2026

Congratulations Sensei Arndt for winning “Spirit of Isshinryu” and Vance Otto for his nomination and top 5 finalist!

Today, we proudly celebrate the recipients of the 2026 Isshinryu Hall of Fame Awards.

These 17 award winners represent excellence in leadership, character, dedication, service, and a lifelong commitment to preserving and advancing the art of Isshinryu Karate. Their contributions have strengthened our community and inspired generations of martial artists.

Please join us in congratulating each of this year’s outstanding honorees. Your hard work, humility, and commitment to the traditions of Isshinryu have not gone unnoticed. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

👏 Help us celebrate by leaving a comment to congratulate this incredible group of 2026 Winners And all of the top 5 finalists!

(Bill Gibbs and Angee Hastings not pictured)

07/28/2026

🌟 Wanna Be Our Next IHOF Youth Ambassador?! 🌟

Do you love karate? Do you enjoy encouraging others, creating content, and representing everything that’s great about the Isshinryu Hall of Fame?

We’re looking for the next class of 2026–2027 IHOF Youth Ambassadors!

As an IHOF Youth Ambassador, you’ll have the opportunity to:
🥋 Represent the IHOF throughout the year
🎥 Help create exciting announcement and promotional videos
💻 Meet with the IHOF team via Zoom throughout the year
🏆 Attend and participate in our annual Hall of Fame Banquet & Tournament Weekend
🤝 Encourage and inspire the next generation of martial artists
⭐ Serve as a positive role model within the Isshinryu community

We’re looking for young leaders who are:
✅ Positive and respectful
✅ Passionate about martial arts
✅ Comfortable speaking on camera (or willing to learn!)
✅ Dependable and enthusiastic
✅ Active supporters of the IHOF and its mission
✅ Able to attend the Isshinryu Hall of Fame weekend in Gatlinburg. (Tournament entry and Banquet attendance free!)

There is no cost to participate. We’re looking for ambassadors from different regions who are excited to give back, grow as leaders, and help make the IHOF even stronger.

If you think you have what it takes—or know someone who does—we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Apply today by emailing: [email protected]

Please include:
• Name and age
• Rank
• School/Instructor
• A recent photo
• A short paragraph explaining why you’d like to become a Youth Ambassador
• A brief video introducing yourself (if available)

A special thank you to Parkview RV Center for sponsoring the 2026–2027 IHOF Youth Ambassador Program and investing in the future of our martial arts community! 🥋🌳

07/25/2026

Alot to celebrate!

07/23/2026

We have lost not only a legendary Isshinryu Grandmaster, but a great friend.

Grandmaster Nick Adler visited our dojo many times over the years, and every visit left a lasting impression. His knowledge, humility, humor, and larger-than-life personality made him someone you never forgot.

He dedicated his life to preserving and sharing Isshinryu Karate, and his legacy will continue through the countless students and instructors he inspired.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and everyone whose life he touched.

Rest in peace, Grandmaster Nick Adler. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

1939–2026 🥋

07/14/2026

Be sure to have fun and make memories this weekend

More Than a Tournament… It’s a Tradition.

Every July, something special happens.

Friends who haven’t seen each other in a year reconnect.

Students train alongside legends they’ve admired for decades.

Grandparents, parents, and children stand shoulder-to-shoulder on the same competition floor.

For a few days, we set aside the names of our schools, associations and lineages and come together because of one shared passion—Isshinryu.

This weekend isn’t just about medals or Grand Championships.

It’s about preserving a legacy.
It’s about learning from one another.
It’s about honoring those who came before us while inspiring those who will carry Isshinryu into the future.

Whether you’re stepping onto the tournament floor, attending a seminar, volunteering, or simply cheering from the sidelines, you’re helping write the next chapter of that story.

We’re just a few days away.

Safe travels to everyone making the journey to Gatlinburg. We can’t wait to welcome you home.

🥋 July 17–18, 2026
📍 Gatlinburg Convention Center
🌐 www.theihof.com

07/13/2026

Reminder there will be no Karate classes this Thursday or next Tuesday! 4 days to go!!!

07/12/2026

Dont forget…

🎒 Don’t Let a Forgotten Item Cost You Money in Gatlinburg!

The 2026 Isshinryu Hall of Fame Weekend is almost here! Before you hit the road, take a few minutes to go through our packing checklist. A little preparation now can save you time, money, and stress once you arrive.

🥋 Whether you’re competing, attending the banquet, officiating, coaching, or cheering on your favorite competitor, this checklist will help make sure you have everything you need for an incredible weekend.

📱 Be sure to scan the QR code to access:
✅ Tournament Rules
✅ Event Schedule
✅ Registration Information (Tournament and Seminars still open)

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, July 17–18 for an unforgettable weekend of competition, fellowship, and celebrating the legacy of Isshinryu Karate.

Travel safe, pack smart, and we’ll see you at the Hall of Fame Weekend!

🥋 Go Isshinryu!

07/10/2026

Last night some of our Karate students were lucky enough to be evaluated and given guidance by Grandmaster Reese Rigby. No matter how good you ever become there is always room for improvement 🙏🏻

07/06/2026

Plan to join us Saturday night!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from the Isshinryu Hall of Fame! 🇺🇸

We hope you have an incredible day celebrating with family and friends. Enjoy the cookouts, make some memories, and most importantlybe safe.

🎆 Think the fireworks are going to be good tonight?

Just wait until July 17–18 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee! The Isshinryu Hall of Fame Event Weekend is almost here, and we can’t wait to celebrate with our martial arts family from around the world.

There’s still time to join us! Visit www.theihof.com to:
🥋 Register for the tournament
📚 Reserve your seminar tickets
👥 Register as a spectator

We’re also still looking for scorekeepers and referees to help make this year’s event a success. If you’d like to volunteer, please reach out. We’d love to have you on the team.

Have a safe and blessed Independence Day, and we’ll see you soon in the Smoky Mountains! 🇺🇸🥋