Here at the Driscoll Institute of the Martial Arts, we are focused on learning and growth. We attend and host several seminars a year with various instructors as well as support various instructor’s events around the country. Check here for seminars by, Hanshi Bruce Juchnik, Kyoshi Jeff Driscoll, Renshi Jon Ludwig, Shihan Ryan Chamberland, Sensei Tom Duffy, Shihan Stephen Bonk, Renshi Tony Disarro, and Sensei Terry Dow as well as other instructors around the country.
Kyoshi Jeff Driscoll is available for seminars in your school or club. If you are interested in learning Kosho Ryu or how the the principles of Kosho Ryu can apply and enhance the understanding of your own art, please contact us at 570-573-2955 or email us at senseijd2000@yahoo.com
August 12th & 13th – The Maine Gathering – Winthrop, Maine
The Maine Gathering was created as a venue for local martial artists from all disciplines to share their knowledge and experience. This is the 5th year of this event.
THIS YEAR WILL BE A 2 DAY EVENT – Contact Shihan Ryan Chamberland at (207) 377-2465
Many Martial Arts events focus on the teachers and masters. The Gathering is focused on exposing the students to many styles of the martial arts in order to promote unity. It is a unique opportunity for students of all ranks and styles to train with some of the greatest Martial Artists of our time.
so check out these great Instructors:
FROM LAST YEARS EVENT MORE WILL BE ADD FOR THIS YEAR
Shihan Ryan Chamberland
Hanshi Bruce Juchnik Kosho Ryu Kempo, Serrada escrima
Kyoshi Jeff Driscoll
Grand Master Clermont Poulin
Grand Master Robert Hoe Tiger Kempo
Master Brent J. Crisci’s UNITED MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMIES
Renshi Glen Fitzmaurice Isshin Ryu
Shihan Stephen Bonk
Shihan Ray Erlandson
Master Terry Dow
Kyoshi Robert Buckland
Master George Manlove
Sensei Ian Peacock
Cindy Lavorgna Jutrasu
i will be adding more instructors as we get closer to the event
*Saturday Night—cookout with the instructors.
Starts at 6 P.M.
August 19th & 20th – Tribute to the Masters – Downers Grove, Ill
Contact Renshi Jon Ludwig at 630-918-9789
Every year we get together and train in the spirit of our past teachers. We openly share ideas, techniques, and our history.
Join us in remembering some great teachers like Sensei Luis Orbegoso, Master Randy Stigall, Professor Imi Okazaki-Mullins, Master Mike Young, Master Ming Lum, Master Denis Decker and more.
Learn from Bruce Juchnik Hanshi, Jeff Driscoll Kyoshi, Master Carl Eggerson, Sensei Rodney Childs, Master Derek Smart Sensei Jason Ramirez Master Tom Held, Sabrina Schottenhamel LMT, Jon Ludwig Renshi, and more.
Saturday August 19th:10am to 5pm BBQ: 7pm
Sunday August 20th:10am to 4pm
Lunch will be provided both days.
$150 for both days $80 for One Day $25 for the BBQ
Pre-Registration Special!
Pre Reg for $100 for both days and get a 30 Minute Private Lesson with the Instructor of Your Choice !*
*Register by July 9th for the Pre Registration Special
September 30th & October 1st – The Gathering – Sacramento, Ca.
Contact Hanshi Bruce Juchnik at 916-308-2606
The Gathering was created as a venue for martial artists from all disciplines to share their knowledge and experience. The event is hosted by Hanshi Bruce Juchnik in Sacramento, Ca.
Many Martial Arts events focus on the teachers and masters. The Gathering is focused on exposing the students to many styles of the martial arts in order to promote unity. It is a unique opportunity for students of all ranks and styles to train with some of the greatest martial artists of our time.
When you are at the Gathering, focus on the similarities,
train hard, and most importantly, enjoy the journey. You will not regret attending this event. This is one of the most enjoyable weekends of teaching, learning, and socializing of my year!
October 14th & 15th – Sensei Jeff Driscoll at Rhode Island Iaido & Kempo Club – Seekonk, Massachusetts
Contact Sensei Tom Duffy at 401-301-3251
Sensei Driscoll will be teaching concepts and principles of Kosho Ryu Kempo and Eishin Ryu Iaijutsu for the weekend. Sensei will be covering the principles of escaping/repositioning, joint locking (kansetsu waza), throwing (nagae waza), and striking (atemi waza) contained in the Kosho Ryu system. Sensei will also be covering various sets of Eishin Ryu Iaijutsu waza along with some of the philosophical principles of Japanese swordsmanship. This seminar is open to all styles and levels (beginner to advanced). Join us for a great weekend of martial study and camaraderie.
November 4th & 5th – Hanshi Bruce Juchnik at Bonk’s Kempo Karate School Of Natural Law – Orange, Massachusetts
Contact Shihan Stephen Bonk at 978-894-3395
Hanshi Bruce Juchnik will be teaching the art of Kosho Ryu Kempo at Bonk’s Kempo Karate School Of Natural Law in Orange, Massachusetts. Come join us for a great weekend of training with a legend in the martial arts. Seminar open to all ranks and experience levels.