ABOUT US
Why Council Bluffs Sho Rei Shobu Kan Karate?
"For over 36 years we have strived to bring out the best in every student who walks through our door. We always provide a welcoming, “family” atmosphere that enables each person to develop to their fullest potential. While we do teach traditional Goju Ryu Karate, we also blend these traditional teachings with the latest martial arts techniques.
Each one of our instructors has a particular skill set that fosters learning, growth, confidence and the ability to defend one’s self.
I am always amazed at how many Dojo friendships have remained strong over many decades."
- Rod Williams-sensei
OUR STAFF of DEDICATED SENSEI (Teachers)
Rod Williams
Head Instructor for Council Bluffs Sho Rei Shobu Kan. Pictured: Third From Right
Rod Williams-sensei has been a student of the martial arts since 1978. However, since 1988, he has devoted his time and energy to his development and teaching of Okinawan Goju-ryu, attaining the rank of Rokudan (6th degree black belt). He also actively trains and holds the rank of Shodan (1st degree black belt) in Matayoshi Kobudo.
Mike Lafferty
Assistant Instructor. Pictured: Right
Mike Lafferty-sensei has been training at Sho Rei Shobu Kan Council Bluffs since 2001. He is a Godan (5th degree black belt).
Coreena Kinney
Assistant Instructor. Pictured: Middle, Back Row
Coreena Kinney-sensei has been training at Sho Rei Shobu Kan Council Bluffs since 2001. She is a Godan (5th degree black belt).
Joe Lauenroth
Assistant Instructor. Pictured: Left
Joe Lauenroth-sensei has studied martial arts since 1994. He currently holds a Sandan (3rd degree black belt) in Goju-ryu. In addition, he trains in Matayoshi Kobudo and holds a blue belt in jiu-jitsu and an instructor certification. He also trains in Thai boxing, kali and western boxing.
Jameson Bridges
Assistant Instructor. Pictured: Second from left
Jameson Bridges-sensei has been training at Sho Rei Shobu Kan Council Bluffs since 2005. He is a Sandan (3rd degree black belt). Jameson is also the webmaster of the website.
Bill Gaines
Guest Instructor. Pictured: Second From Right
Bill Gaines-Sensei is a Nanadan (7th degree black belt) in Goju-ryu with the Sho Rei Shobu Kan Budo Organization, and a Rokudan (6th degree black belt) in Matayoshi Kobudo. He often comes to our dojo to instruct Karate and Matayoshi Kobudo.
*NOTE: Youth black belt information witheld for privacy reasons.