Steubenville Bando

04/13/2022

One last offical post from this page for a monumental announcement. See the letter below from Grandmaster/Chief Instructor Maung Gyi of the ABA/NBAA.

11/22/2021

Pictures of Dr. Gyi's 1st Student & Black Belt

11/22/2021

in the early 1980's Pleasant Hill Bando went to Columbus ,Oh to visit and train with Rick Rennie's Karate Class.

11/22/2021

1970's Bando Fun. Our early days in Bando

Having fun in our early days of training in the martial arts, way back in 1971.

06/02/2021

Today, June 2, 2021, I am stepping aside as the Head Instructor of Steubenville Bando. Taking my place will be the original founder of our school, Sayaji David Decker. The school will return to its former name of, "Steubenville Bando Club".

I would like to thank all of our students and their families, as well as our friends, for their support and contributions over the years! Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of your lives and for some of the best memories I'll ever have. For some, this may have been something you were a part of, but for me, it was like growing my family! I will always be grateful for the times we shared together!

Words can not begin to express the deep appreciation that I have for Saya Barry Bell! He has been with me from the start and has proven himself to be a loyal friend! He has supported me every step of the way, and poured that same dedication into all of our students! I truly could not have done it without him! When my work would pull me away for extended periods of time, Barry without hesitation would step up and keep the class going! His commitment to this school and to our friendship has been second to none! He has become like a brother to me and will always be considered family!

Finally I would like to thank my wife, Lynsey Brooks, for years of unwavering support! Running the school has been very time consuming with the constant training sessions, traveling around the country for various Bando functions, and dealing with the logistics it takes to keep a school moving forward. Through it all, my wife has given up ALOT of her time for me to pursue my passion. I will never forget her support and love during this time!

As I said in the beginning, I will be stepping aside, but not stepping out! I will continue to train and help where needed as much as I can. If there is anything any of you may need, please continue to get a hold me!

Thank YOU again and God Bless

- Saya Branden Brooks

04/11/2021

On 👉 May 3, 2021 👈 we will reopen and resume classes!

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11/22/2020

11/21/2020

Steubenville Bando will be CLOSED through December 2020 due to the uptick in COVID-19 cases. We were notified by Four Seasons today that no actives will be planned for the remainder of the year. We will reassess in January 2021.

In the meantime, we wish well and hope you enjoy the upcoming holidays!

Stay safe

~Saya Brooks

11/11/2020

09/09/2020

‼️We strive to better our students and encourage them to make a positive impact on their communities. Here is your chance! See the link below on how to apply to become an Ohio County Sheriff's Deputy in Wheeling WV! Click the Link below ‼️
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