May 27, 2024
New Phone Number!!!
Shobukan has a new phone number for our dojo. Our current contact information is
(808) 200-4044
Sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you for understanding.
New Phone Number!!!
Shobukan has a new phone number for our dojo. Our current contact information is
(808) 200-4044
Sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you for understanding.
January 29, 2024
New Class Times!
Shobukan will be shifting to a new schedule of classes on Monday, January 29th. We will be having three separate classes to better accommodate the different ages and levels of our students. They will be as follows.
This class will have our younger beginners. They will be learning fundamentals of judo, focusing on ukemi (breakfalls) and newaza (ground techniqes). Some tachiwaza (standing techniques) will also be taught to prepare them for the Second Class.
This class will consist of color belts and white belts, who have passed the beginner training. Beginners ages 9 - 12 years old will also be in this time frame. Before joining the regular class, beginners will learn fundamentals from an instructor in a special, one to one setting.
This class will include all students ages 13 yrs to adult. In judo, submission techniques are added at age 13 yrs. Students are able to apply shime waza (choking techniques) starting at 13 yrs and kansetsu waza (arm locking techniques) at 15 yrs. Beginners ages 13 yrs to adult will also be in this time frame. Before joining the regular class, beginners will learn fundamentals from an instructor in a special, one to one setting.
*Note: Age is determined by birth year. So all students born in 2012 or later will be in the Second Class, except for beginners born in 2016 or later. Beginners born in 2016 or later will be in the First Class. All students born in 2011 or earlier will be in the Third Class.
**An exception to our age determination is the beginner age of five. Incoming students must have already had their fifth birthday.
New Class Times!
Shobukan will be shifting to a new schedule of classes on Monday, January 29th. We will be having three separate classes to better accommodate the different ages and levels of our students. They will be as follows.
- First Class (Beginners 5 - 8 yrs): 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM, Monday/Wednesday/Friday
This class will have our younger beginners. They will be learning fundamentals of judo, focusing on ukemi (breakfalls) and newaza (ground techniqes). Some tachiwaza (standing techniques) will also be taught to prepare them for the Second Class.
- Second Class (5 - 12* yrs, Beginners 9 - 12* yrs): 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Monday/Wednesday/Friday
This class will consist of color belts and white belts, who have passed the beginner training. Beginners ages 9 - 12 years old will also be in this time frame. Before joining the regular class, beginners will learn fundamentals from an instructor in a special, one to one setting.
- Third Class (13* yrs to adult, Beginners 13* yrs - adult): 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Monday/Wednesday/Friday
This class will include all students ages 13 yrs to adult. In judo, submission techniques are added at age 13 yrs. Students are able to apply shime waza (choking techniques) starting at 13 yrs and kansetsu waza (arm locking techniques) at 15 yrs. Beginners ages 13 yrs to adult will also be in this time frame. Before joining the regular class, beginners will learn fundamentals from an instructor in a special, one to one setting.
*Note: Age is determined by birth year. So all students born in 2012 or later will be in the Second Class, except for beginners born in 2016 or later. Beginners born in 2016 or later will be in the First Class. All students born in 2011 or earlier will be in the Third Class.
**An exception to our age determination is the beginner age of five. Incoming students must have already had their fifth birthday.
April 17, 2022
Shobukan has returned to regular class times!
We have returned to our regular class times on Monday/Wednesday/Friday as follows:
Beginner class: 5:30 - 6:30 pm, ages 6 - 8 (white belts)
Junior/Adult class: 6:30 - 8:00 pm, ages 8+ (intermediate - adults)
Advanced/Open Practice: 8:00 - 9:30 pm
In re-opening last December 1, 2021 and instituting a vaccination requirement on December 19, 2021, we were very successful in keeping Shobukan safe throughout the Delta and Omicron variants. However, Covid-19 and its variant(s) are still present, so we will continue with our requirements of vaccination/boosters (where applicable) for 5 year olds & above through adults. In addition, masking and hygiene will still be an important part of our plan. We will keep monitoring the situation to lessen restrictions in the future months.
We will be running classes with exercises, drills, uchikomi, newaza and randori as usual. However, masks will still be required due to the close-contact nature of Judo.
-Shobukan Judo Club
Shobukan has returned to regular class times!
We have returned to our regular class times on Monday/Wednesday/Friday as follows:
Beginner class: 5:30 - 6:30 pm, ages 6 - 8 (white belts)
Junior/Adult class: 6:30 - 8:00 pm, ages 8+ (intermediate - adults)
Advanced/Open Practice: 8:00 - 9:30 pm
In re-opening last December 1, 2021 and instituting a vaccination requirement on December 19, 2021, we were very successful in keeping Shobukan safe throughout the Delta and Omicron variants. However, Covid-19 and its variant(s) are still present, so we will continue with our requirements of vaccination/boosters (where applicable) for 5 year olds & above through adults. In addition, masking and hygiene will still be an important part of our plan. We will keep monitoring the situation to lessen restrictions in the future months.
We will be running classes with exercises, drills, uchikomi, newaza and randori as usual. However, masks will still be required due to the close-contact nature of Judo.
-Shobukan Judo Club
June 11, 2021
Shobukan has reopened!
Our class sizes are currently limited, and we are socially distancing with individual drills. We will update our status as the State of Hawai'i moves through our tier system.
-Shobukan Judo Club
Shobukan has reopened!
Our class sizes are currently limited, and we are socially distancing with individual drills. We will update our status as the State of Hawai'i moves through our tier system.
-Shobukan Judo Club
March 15, 2020
Suspension of Shobukan Judo Club Classes During Covid-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
In reviewing the current Coronavirus situation, Shobukan Judo Club has decided to close down judo classes effective Monday, 03/16/20.
The suspension of Judo classes will be ongoing until further notice, when all health and safety issues have been adequately addressed, allowing the safe return to practicing judo.
Please continue safe hygiene practices.
-Shobukan Judo Club
Suspension of Shobukan Judo Club Classes During Covid-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
In reviewing the current Coronavirus situation, Shobukan Judo Club has decided to close down judo classes effective Monday, 03/16/20.
The suspension of Judo classes will be ongoing until further notice, when all health and safety issues have been adequately addressed, allowing the safe return to practicing judo.
Please continue safe hygiene practices.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, after blowing their nose, coughing or sneezing
- Use alcohol-based hand-sanitizers containing at least 60% alcohol
-Shobukan Judo Club
September 17, 2017
Congratulations to all who competed in the Arch Bishop Kakuo Shiba Memorial Judo Tournament!
August 25, 2017
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Congratulations Sensei David Kanno on his promotion to Rokudan (6th degree black belt) at Shobukan! |
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August 20, 2017
Congratulations Kanno Sensei on receiving his certificate of promotion to Rokudan (6th degree black belt)!
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Congratulations to all who competed in the Mililani Seidokan Yonembu Judo Tournament!
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July 22, 2017
Congratulations to Allen Lin and Sensei Mike for competing in the Aloha Open Judo Tournament. Both competitors placed 2nd.
Congratulations to Allen Lin and Sensei Mike for competing in the Aloha Open Judo Tournament. Both competitors placed 2nd.
February 19, 2017
Congratulations to all who competed in the 11th Annual Tsuruo Fukushima Memorial Judo Tournament!
Congratulations to all who competed in the 11th Annual Tsuruo Fukushima Memorial Judo Tournament!
January 22, 2017
Congratulations to all who competed in the 25th Annual Sam Fujiyama Memorial Judo Tournament!
Congratulations to all who competed in the 25th Annual Sam Fujiyama Memorial Judo Tournament!
April 22, 2016
Congratulations to Shobukan's newest black belts, Staci Kubo and Taylor Sakanashi!
Congratulations to Shobukan's newest black belts, Staci Kubo and Taylor Sakanashi!
January 2, 2015
Congrats to Josh Terao on his promotion to Shodan. Lindy Terao successfully organized a surprise promotion for him. In the audience were David and Josh Terao's wrestling teammates from American University.
July 4,5,6 2014
The USJF Jr. And Sr. Nationals were recently held at the NBC. All who entered fought courageously. Bryson Rubio became a junior national champion by taking gold. Aaron Sekulich and Sensei Mike Fujiuchi became national Champs receiving gold in the senior adult divisions. Sensei Ralph Taniguchi and Sensei Wes Walker took silver in the adult divisions as well.
Congratulations to all who entered and helped them train as it is a group effort!
May 4, 2014
USA Judo recently held the Senior National Tournament in Reno, Nevada. Shobukan members sensei Mike Fujiuchi and sensei Ralph Taniguchi made the commitment to train and compete for their respected categories. Sensei Mike played three hard fought matches in one of the largest divisions of the tournament. Sensei Ralph also played later that day winning the gold medal after two decisive ippon wins. Congratulations to sensei Mike and sensei Ralph for their efforts and achievements!
June 8, 2013
Yesterday marked our Head Sensei Dwight Maeda's 50th anniversary with Shobukan Judo Club. Sensei Maeda began his judo career in 1963 at 10 years of age. As an undersized boy, his parents thought he would not last. However, he enjoyed Judo and persevered, attaining his Shodan (Black Belt) at the age of 19. After his competitive days were over, he was an instrumental part of arguably the most successful period in the 105 year history of the club. During his tenure as Assistant Instructor, he helped the club produce two Olympians, along with countless Junior National, Senior National and International level gold medalists.
After a short ceremony honoring Sensei Maeda, a commemorative 50 year koa plaque was presented as a gift from the assistant instructors and senpai. After a few words of encouragement from Sensei Maeda about dedication, loyalty, perseverance and the importance of not quitting, the senior class got underway. The open mat session, however, was cancelled in lieu of a pot luck that lasted well into the night. It's not often in life that someone gets to celebrate a 50 year anniversary, and the party certainly reflected the magnitude of the accomplishment.
Congratulations to Sensei Dwight Maeda on the past 50 years. Gambate' till the next 50!
Yesterday marked our Head Sensei Dwight Maeda's 50th anniversary with Shobukan Judo Club. Sensei Maeda began his judo career in 1963 at 10 years of age. As an undersized boy, his parents thought he would not last. However, he enjoyed Judo and persevered, attaining his Shodan (Black Belt) at the age of 19. After his competitive days were over, he was an instrumental part of arguably the most successful period in the 105 year history of the club. During his tenure as Assistant Instructor, he helped the club produce two Olympians, along with countless Junior National, Senior National and International level gold medalists.
After a short ceremony honoring Sensei Maeda, a commemorative 50 year koa plaque was presented as a gift from the assistant instructors and senpai. After a few words of encouragement from Sensei Maeda about dedication, loyalty, perseverance and the importance of not quitting, the senior class got underway. The open mat session, however, was cancelled in lieu of a pot luck that lasted well into the night. It's not often in life that someone gets to celebrate a 50 year anniversary, and the party certainly reflected the magnitude of the accomplishment.
Congratulations to Sensei Dwight Maeda on the past 50 years. Gambate' till the next 50!
June 7, 2013 Sensei Maeda presented with his 50th anniversary plaque by his son Sensei Mike Maeda
July 24, 2012
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that today we announce the passing of Sensei Lance Iida. Sensei Lance touched the lives of so many people, as was evident in the standing-room-only lobby. Most of us had to wait at least 45 minutes to pay our last respects to Sensei Lance and his gracious family, and everyone stayed around long after visiting hours were over to share tears and stories.
Those who knew him best will forever remember his laugh. His memories will always be a part of us. Rest in peace.
Lance Iida
July 6, 1970 - July 24, 2012
July 6, 1970 - July 24, 2012
