United States Karate-Do Kai - USKK

Mr. Phillips will be returning to Pinnacle Martial Arts to focus on the fundamental concepts and principles embedded within the wazas and katas of Matsumura Seito Shorin Ryu Koeppel-Ha. This is an incredible opportunity to deepen your understanding of this revered martial art style. MARK YOUR CALENDARS… Seminar is September 12, 2026 from 10:00am - 1:00. We look forward to seeing you there!!

2006 - Sensei Koeppel, Holt, MI

Three days. World-class instruction. Lifelong connections.

The United States Karate-Do Kai Symposium returns July 31 through August 2, 2026, featuring Hanshi Bruce Hielman, 10th Degree Black Belt, along with an outstanding lineup of respected instructors from across the country.

Whether you are a student, instructor, dojo owner, or lifelong martial artist, this is an opportunity to train, learn, and share knowledge with some of the finest practitioners in traditional karate.

What to expect:

• Three days of hands-on training
• Instruction from nationally recognized martial artists
• Bunkai, kata, kobudo, jujitsu, and traditional karate concepts
• Fellowship with dedicated martial artists from across the United States
• New ideas you can take back to your dojo immediately

The USKK Symposium is more than a seminar. It is a chance to strengthen your skills, deepen your understanding, and build relationships within the martial arts community.

Registration is now open.

Reserve your spot today at:
www.uskk.org/events⁠

2019 - Pinnacle Martial Arts (Rushville, IN) Black Belts with Hanshi Koeppel, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

1995 - Seated L to R: John Hutchcroft, Sensei Koeppel, and Rudy Pavletic.

1994, Athlone, IRE - Sensei Koeppel and Mr. Dennis Bruger

Sensei and Herb Johnson

1996 in Peoria, IL. - Terry Macarone, Takayoshi Nagamine, Sensei Koeppel.

1995 - Sensei Koeppel working with Mr. David Hamann. Mike Awad and Tom Awad in the background.

Mr. James McLain & Sensei Koeppel