Congratulations Kyoshi

2008-8thdanpromotionsOn March 1, 2008 Master William H. Duessel, 9th Degree Black Belt, with whom he has been studying since 1985, promoted him to 8th Degree Black Belt. He is one of 7 people who have earned this rank from the Isshinryu World Karate Association (IWKA). The promotions took place at Hanshi’s annual spring seminars in Pittsburgh, PA.

Left to Right
Marvin Prentice – 8th Dan
Chuck Wallace – 8th Dan
William H. Duessel – 9th Dan
John E. Hughes – 8th Dan
Robert A. Kristensen – 8th Dan (not pictured)

  • Anonymous
    I am a member of the IWKA, and was respectfully awarded my Shodan ranking from an accredited school in January 2007. I have yet been given the opportunity to order and receive my Official Certification from Okinawa. Late in 2008 I parted from the school mentioned due to personal issues with another member of that school. I have requested the certificate be ordered numerous times but have not received even a reply. I have the school certification, dated and signed by my Sensei. Do you have any suggestions for the best way to rectify my situation?
  • Rhonda Kulesza
    Congratulations Kyoshi! I hope all is well with you and yours!
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