Shotokan Tiger Martial Arts Dojo
Orlando, FLorida
A traditional Shotokan Karate Dojo
Orlando, FLorida
A traditional Shotokan Karate Dojo
Thank you for visiting Shotokan Tiger Martial Arts Dojo. We are a
traditional Karate school offering training in the Japanese style Shotokan Karate.
Our primary goal is to provide the best, most affordable karate instruction to our
local community.
Our classes are small, and that makes for excellent communication and attention
to our students from our highly qualified instructors.
Please stop by and visit or call us. We are confident that you will see that the
instruction we provide is second to none.
Meet Our Instructors:
Rudy Smith Shihan - Shihan Smith holds the rank of 7th Dan, and is Head
Instructor. He has trained and taught in the martial arts and Personal Self
Defense for over 40 years.
Peter Spence Sensei - Sensei Spence is Senior Instructor and holds
the rank of 5th Dan. He has trained and taught in the martial arts for over
30 years.
Rudy Smith Shihan - Shihan Smith holds the rank of 7th Dan, and is Head
Instructor. He has trained and taught in the martial arts and Personal Self
Defense for over 40 years.
Peter Spence Sensei - Sensei Spence is Senior Instructor and holds
the rank of 5th Dan. He has trained and taught in the martial arts for over
30 years.
Our programs:
Little Tigers and Family (Previously Little Tigers): Our Little Tigers program is geared
specifically for kids - from 4 to early teens
One new aspect of this program is that we have extended reduced membership to parents
who wish only to train during this time period with their child. Parents and Little Tigers train at
the same time, on the same mat, but in a separate area. This allows parents to train while not
having to stay or return for the Adult Class. We have received very positive responses from
both parents and the kids.
Adults: Adults and late teens
(407) 947-2365
Little Tigers and Family (Previously Little Tigers): Our Little Tigers program is geared
specifically for kids - from 4 to early teens
- Tuesday and Thursday - 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM.
One new aspect of this program is that we have extended reduced membership to parents
who wish only to train during this time period with their child. Parents and Little Tigers train at
the same time, on the same mat, but in a separate area. This allows parents to train while not
having to stay or return for the Adult Class. We have received very positive responses from
both parents and the kids.
Adults: Adults and late teens
- Tuesday and Thursday - 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Wednesday classes are also available for adults at : 25 E. 5th Street, Apopka, fl.
(407) 947-2365
Our Syllabus:
We follow a traditional Shotokan Syllabus - Including: Kihon (basics), Kata (forms) Kumite
(sparring) and Weapons (Kobudo) training (when approved by our Instructors).
Good health and fitness are natural results of regular and correct exercise. Karate training
provides that through regular, systematic, conscientious training which is also the key to
success in Karate. A person’s size, sex and muscular strength are not important. Everyone
can benefit from Karate training.
Generally, age is also of no concern in Karate training. Whether you are 4 or 74, we believe
that anyone can learn Karate and be successful at it....one step at a time. Of course as with
any physical activity there are things to consider and if you have any concerns it is always
prudent to let your doctor know of your intent to begin martial arts
training, regardless of age.
We follow a traditional Shotokan Syllabus - Including: Kihon (basics), Kata (forms) Kumite
(sparring) and Weapons (Kobudo) training (when approved by our Instructors).
Good health and fitness are natural results of regular and correct exercise. Karate training
provides that through regular, systematic, conscientious training which is also the key to
success in Karate. A person’s size, sex and muscular strength are not important. Everyone
can benefit from Karate training.
Generally, age is also of no concern in Karate training. Whether you are 4 or 74, we believe
that anyone can learn Karate and be successful at it....one step at a time. Of course as with
any physical activity there are things to consider and if you have any concerns it is always
prudent to let your doctor know of your intent to begin martial arts
training, regardless of age.
Contact us:
Telephone: (407) - 463-1720
Address: Shindai Aikikai Dojo, 1940 Brengle Avenue,
Orlando, Fl. 32808
Brengle Avenue is just West of John Young Parkway,
off W. Princeton Street.
Telephone: (407) - 463-1720
Address: Shindai Aikikai Dojo, 1940 Brengle Avenue,
Orlando, Fl. 32808
Brengle Avenue is just West of John Young Parkway,
off W. Princeton Street.
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Sensei and a few of our students
Grading results - January, 2012
Congratulations to the following students who successfully passed
their grading exams:
Dan promotions - Adults
Congratulations to Shidoin Stefano Geminiani to - Nidan
Kyu promotions - Adults
Kyu Promotions Kids:
Congratulations to the following students who successfully passed
their grading exams:
Dan promotions - Adults
Congratulations to Shidoin Stefano Geminiani to - Nidan
Kyu promotions - Adults
- James Ethridge - 6th Kyu
- Ronald Salley - 6th Kyu
- Nagai (Kimi) Belfluer - 6th Kyu
- Frances Fleurimond - 6th Kyu
- Jessica Fleurimond - 6th Kyu
- Abe DeGuzman - 8th Kyu
Kyu Promotions Kids:
- Darryl Williams, Jr. - 7th Kyu
Sensei, with his Great Nephew, 4 year
old Joshua Masone - a 'future Black Belt
old Joshua Masone - a 'future Black Belt
Dojo snapshots
Left to right - Sensei Edwin Perez, Hara
Kenkojuku Florida, Sensei Bill Bohan,
Danzan Ryu Jujitsu and Sensei
Kenkojuku Florida, Sensei Bill Bohan,
Danzan Ryu Jujitsu and Sensei
First Jujitsu training Class at the Dojo - May, 17, 2010
Jujitsu: Danzan Ryu Jujitsu under William Bohan Sensei - Adults and Teens only
Please visit Danzan Ryu at: http://www.fldzr.com
- Monday evening - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Please visit Danzan Ryu at: http://www.fldzr.com
MLK, Jr. Memorial Demo, 01/29/2011
'Family' photo....at least, part of the family
Shidoin, Toney Sharpe, leading Kata at the event
Dorene and Dollene St. Juste - Heian Yondan
Typical kids Saturday training class. Here led by Toney Sharpe Shidoin
Frances Fleurimond presenting at the event
- Please check back for future special events
Women's & Seniors Self Defense: Call for more details
to women and our more mature students who are seeking basic self defense and a good low
impact workout. The techniques taught are Martial Arts related, but the applications and
expectations are geared to the more adult student. This class is not designed for younger
individuals, advanced students or those with Martial Arts experience. It is very fundamental in
nature and the atmosphere is light and friendly. Note- This class is currently being held
at the Hastings YMCA at: 870 North Hastings Street, Orlando, Fl. 32808
- Monday- 9:00 - 10:00 AM -
to women and our more mature students who are seeking basic self defense and a good low
impact workout. The techniques taught are Martial Arts related, but the applications and
expectations are geared to the more adult student. This class is not designed for younger
individuals, advanced students or those with Martial Arts experience. It is very fundamental in
nature and the atmosphere is light and friendly. Note- This class is currently being held
at the Hastings YMCA at: 870 North Hastings Street, Orlando, Fl. 32808
Meet Our shidoin:
Toney Sharpe - Sandan
Mr. Sharpe has trained with Shihan Smith and Sensei Spence for over
12 years. He also trains in the art of Jujitsu with William Bohan Sensei
at Florida Danzan Ryu
Stefano Geminiani - Nidan
Mr. Geminiani joined us from Milan, Italy. He trained there under Guiseppe
Mascani, 7th Dan at "Centro Karate Shotokan Rutigliano G." He was
awarded Shodan in 1998.
William Bohan - Shodan
Mr. Bohan is Head Instructor of Florida Danzan Ryu Jujitsu at Shotokan
Tiger Academy. He began training through the American Judo and Jujitsu
Federation in 1996 and was awarded Shodan in 2006. He is now also
training in Shotokan Karate.
Toney Sharpe - Sandan
Mr. Sharpe has trained with Shihan Smith and Sensei Spence for over
12 years. He also trains in the art of Jujitsu with William Bohan Sensei
at Florida Danzan Ryu
Stefano Geminiani - Nidan
Mr. Geminiani joined us from Milan, Italy. He trained there under Guiseppe
Mascani, 7th Dan at "Centro Karate Shotokan Rutigliano G." He was
awarded Shodan in 1998.
William Bohan - Shodan
Mr. Bohan is Head Instructor of Florida Danzan Ryu Jujitsu at Shotokan
Tiger Academy. He began training through the American Judo and Jujitsu
Federation in 1996 and was awarded Shodan in 2006. He is now also
training in Shotokan Karate.
Kids program Summer BBQ at Sensei's home - July, 2011
Spring Shiai - May, 2011
