Kiado-Ryu Karate

Aug 26, 2024 - Feature of the Week

Blast From the Past: Part 9

RIP: Milt Jacobson, Bob MacFarlane, Larry Vetter and Jerry Gentry Those who became KIA Black Belts: Jerry Gentry #2; Rose Hoberg #12; Genny Edge #13 The Vail family blasting away on Bob and the bags! Great fun! Great people!

Jun 3, 2024 - Feature of the Week

Blast From the Past: Part 3

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.

May 13, 2024 - Feature of the Week

Blast From the Past: Part 2

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!

Apr 29, 2024 - Feature of the Week

Blast From the Past: Part 1

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.

Apr 15, 2024 - Feature of the Week

Smart Defense Part 3, Posturing

Picking up from “Smart Defense Part 2, De-Escalation,” what if an assailant does not want to calm down but “mix it up” instead? Let’s take a look at our options. OPTION 1 Run. Just get away from the situation. Such a withdrawal from a potential conflict is a sensible tactic. There’s no disgrace in retreating from the turmoil. Retreat, in fact, is a common military tactic. It’s better to save the day than lose it.