Walden's Wellness & Fitness Family Dojo

05/30/2026

Today we honour Tatsuo Shimabuku Sensei, who passed away 51 years ago.

September 19, 1908 – May 30, 1975

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Sensei Jeremiah Crowe on his successful test on May 1, 2026! We are proud to announce his promotion to 3rd (San) Dan in Isshin Ryu Karate. A well‑earned achievement!

05/04/2026

In case you are interested this is the list of remaining (alive), mostly American (Marines) , first generation students of Tatsuo Shumabukuro.

Kichiro Shimabuku
Kensho Tokumura
Arcenio Advincula
John Bartusevics
Clarence "Red" Ewing
Harry G Smith
Vern Miller
Angus Reynolds
William Blond
Gary Baker
Paul Heffernan
David "Aka" Zaslow
George Breed
Robert Safreed
Russ Best

* Compiled by Susan Ingram

04/28/2026

Congratulations to Abigayle and Matthew on their promotions to yellow belt! @

04/11/2026

Happy 71st Birthday to the legendary martial art of TaeKwonDo! 🎉🥋 Today, we celebrate the rich history and cultural significance of this Korean martial art that has been a symbol of discipline, self-control, and physical fitness for millions of practitioners around the world. From its humble beginnings in Korea to its global popularity, TaeKwonDo has evolved into a dynamic and competitive sport that continues to inspire new generations. Here's to many more years of kicking, punching, and kicking some more! 🎂🥋

03/30/2026

The apparel webstore is back open. There is a new link for this store - https://waldendojospring26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Order deadline is April 13th.

Online ordering for Walden's Dojo Apparel - Spring 2026 ends on Mon, Apr 13, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT)

03/13/2026

Happy 70th Birthday to Master Steve Walden!

03/10/2026

Reminder - Dojo apparel orders are due by next Tuesday March 17th.
It's super easy to order directly through the webstore -

Online ordering for Walden's Dojo Apparel 2026 ends on Tue, Mar 17, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT)

02/24/2026

Walden's Dojo Apparel webstore is open:
https://waldensdojo26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

I will have some flyers posted at the dojo with the QR code for the webstore to place your order as well.
Order deadline is March 17th, and items will be delivered to the dojo the following week.

Online ordering for Walden's Dojo Apparel 2026 ends on Tue, Mar 17, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT)

02/21/2026

This is Eric Rozmin (Sensei), I wanted to share some more history, a friend of mine Andy Sloane, someone I consider to be the prominent Isshinryu historian to date, has gracefully shared with myself and the Isshinryu community a very interesting piece of history pertaining to Master Don Nagle,( he has a very interesting history in and of itself) who as you should know was a key figure in our liniage.

"This is from the 10 Feb 1960 issue of The Jersey Journal and Jersey Observer.

Enjoy a piece of our style's history."

Rei