is a teacher with over 40 years of experience. He has studied with Taiji Kase in Europe and Hidetaka Nishiyama in the US, from whom he obtained his 7th dan black belt. During 70 ties and 80 ties, Mr. Taraku starred in Yugoslavian cinematography. Some of the movies are “How to Die” and “Dangerous Trail”. In the US, Mr. Taraku owned and operated his Et Shotokan Karate Center, Inc located in South Salem where he has taught martial art to members of the law enforcement agency. Mr. Taraku will hold seminars for advanced karate practitioners and belt examinations.

Sensei Rick

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Sensei Zee

Katana Karate founder and chief instructor, Zee began his training in Eastern Europe, at the age of thirteen. He has studied with Sensei Taraku, who was his first teacher, Sensei Ilija Yorga and Sensei Taiji Kase. At the age of seventeen, he obtained his black belt and began to represent his school as a member of the kumite team. Zee contributed to his school’s success as they became one of the best teams in the country until he joined the army. After his service, before relocating to America, he held Karate classes within several schools throughout Europe. He will hold classes for beginners and advanced members.

 

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