The karate system of the Ron Craddock Karate Academy is known as Shinki-Ryu, (pronounced Shin key Roo) translated means, "humble spirit way", an offspring of Okinawa Kempo. The fundamental
training and foundation for our program comes from Soke Craddock’s experiences training with Grandmaster George Dillman, Taika Seiyu Oyata, Master Chuck West, Grandmaster Hulon Willis (deceased), Grandmaster Remy Presas (deceased), Grandmaster Leo T. Fong and Professor Wally Jay. All of these Grand Masters of the Martial Arts are held in high regard
with great respect and appreciation for what they have shared through the years.
The explanations of techniques given to our students have been carefully researched and developed to maintain consistency, as we know it to have been for hundreds of years. The foundation of our program
is based on understanding “Traditional Kata”. The Kata was developed by the old masters as a tool for remembrance of techniques and of their results. Practicing kata diligently increases strength, stamina and focus and is the best historical document of the martial arts.
The study of the Martial Arts can be a valuable experience in life itself. The goal of the Ron Craddock Shinki-Ryu Karate Academies is introducing the student to a well-developed and organized
study of Okinawa Karate. The school will open the doors of the mind to the fellowship, sport, competition and traditions that surround Karate.
The Youth Program will promote the true essence of karate, which is to develop the body, the mind, and the character of the participant. The following Precepts of Character
Development have been incorporated into this class: *Kindness and Altruistic Behavior *Helpfulness Toward Family and Loved Ones *Persistence and Repetition *Focus and Attention to Academics *Acceptance and Handling of Responsibility. Discover how character development can improve your child's life.
The Adult Program offers more than just learning about fighting techniques, it is about a way of life that promotes self-control and physical and mental discipline that can
be applied to your everyday life. This is not just a martial arts class to take, this is a class to experience - one that will teach you more than how to kick and punch! This program is designed for the betterment of the individual...in body, mind, and spirit.
Sempai Spare joined the Ron Craddock Karate Academy in October of 2005, and holds the title of Assistant Instructor. A lifetime resident of VA, he served four years active
duty in the United States Marine Corps, serving in Okinawa, Japan, and began full-time police service in 1989. He served as a Patrolman, Investigator, Lieutenant, DARE Officer, worked closely with victims and programs of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, and is currently the Chief of Police in Gordonsville. Before coming to the Gordonsville area, he studied Korean Martial Arts. He volunteers time with and is a board member of the Gordon-Barbour Parent/Teacher Organization, as well
as an assistant leader of Girl Scout Troop 45. He teaches karate classes for the Ron Craddock Karate Academy at the Gordon-Barbour School, and believes in the importance of adults to be positive role models for our youth.
Gary E. Enderle
1987
- 1991 Studied Moo Do Kwan Tae Kwon Do under Sensei Peter Kim 1991
- 2004 Studied Ronin Ryukyu Kempo under Sensei Scott Hechler 2004
- 2006 Studied Wu Style Tai Chi under Pat and John Shear 2004
- present Studying Shinki-Ryu Kempo under Soke Ron Craddock
William
R. Bennett
1984 - 1993 Studied Kurshi-Do under Soke
Papasan and Soke Hasan Kali 1998 - 2004 Studied Ronin Ryukyu Kempo under
Sensei Scott Hechler 2004 - 2005 Studied Ronin Ryukyu Kempo under
Sensei Gary Enderle 2005 - present Studying Shinki-Ryu Kempo under Soke Ron Craddock
Eddie B. Redmond
1966
- 1969StudiedKyokushinkai under Sensei Hulon Willis 1970
- 1971 Studied
Song Moo Kwan Tae Kwaon Do under Sensei San Moon Huh 1994 - 2004 Studied Ronin Ryukyu Kempo under Sensei Scott Heckler 2004 - 2006 Studied
Wu style Tai Chi under John and
Pat Shear 2004 - present Studying Shinki-Ryu Kempo under Soke Ron Craddock
1987
- 1991 Studied Moo Do Kwan Tae Kwon Do under Sensei Peter Kim
