The Rockland Matsubayashi-Ryu Dojo, located at the Penobscot Bay YMCA, is the oldest dojo in Maine dedicated to practicing traditional Okinawan Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu karate.
As a World Matsubayashi-ryu Karatedo Association (WMKA) dojo, we focus on the basics of Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu karate, while practicing the 18 traditional Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu Kata. We work on fighting techniques through the exploration of the 7 Yakusoku Kumite drills (choreographed fighting drills) and through Kumite (sparring).
Our dojo was first established in Rockland, Maine, in 2006 and moved to the Penobscot Bay YMCA in 2011. All our classes are free for Penobscot Bay YMCA members. The dojo is led by David Troup sensei, Godan (fifth-degree black belt), under the direction of Yoshitaka Taira, Hanshi, 10th Dan, president of the WMKA. We are committed to teaching the style as it developed around Tomari Village in Okinawa, was passed down from the early masters, and was shaped into a specific style founded by Grandmaster Shoshin Nagamine in 1947.
Karatedo helps strengthen both the mind and body. It improves focus, confidence, coordination, reflexes, stamina, and overall health.
You are welcome to join us at any level.
Latest News from the Dojo
- Five Successful Promotions to Green Belt
Congratulations to Garret Soucy, Seven Soucy, Judah Soucy, Watchman Soucy, and Perpetua Soucy on their successful promotion to 6th kyu (green belt) at the Penobscot Bay YMCA last night. They… Read more: Five Successful Promotions to Green Belt
