Nicole “Goldilocks” Hackler and her Marine Corps husband, Watten Hackler.

R.I.P. Rod “Rock” Hickman and Eric “E.V.” Vind

Jason “J.B.” Brown is the 15ᵗʰ Black Belt of the Kiado-Ryu’s current 65 Black Belts. Interestingly, he received his Black Belt on 15 December 1990, Lake Forest, Southern California. J.B. came up through the KIA Juniors Program and was one of the finest young fighters at the Karate Institute of America. Jason has had quite a life. He’s traveled to 68 countries! In response to our query, he shared some of his life’s journey.

Early days! circa 1982; Left to right: Guest Black Belt, Bob “Trucker” MacFarlane RIP; Kiado-ryu Grandmaster Richard “Whitefire” King; Steven “Widi” Ho (1st KIA Black Belt and National Forms Champion); Guest Black Belt, Larry Vetter RIP Dr. Milt “Super Zedha” Jacobson, Black Belt #3 RIP Juliette “JW” Williamson, Black Belt #4; Background is Dr. J. Juliette was a great competitor and forms champion. Her work ethic was amazing. Beginning her KIA journey at age 8, she became an adult Black Belt at age 12!

A look back at the 45 year history of the KIA. No special order. More pics to come. Enjoy! Steve Vertun – National Forms Champion Terry Bass (Slider) Genny Edge (Cougar), Jerry Alston (Shuto), Rose Hoberg (Renegade) Clark Hyman (Flash), left; Greg Bendel (Maddog), right Guy McDonald (Hollywood/Skull) Richard Andrew King-Founder & Grand Master, KIADO-RYU Martial Arts Use of these photos prohibited without permission.