Taylor Martinovich Sensei.

New Zealand branch Shibu, Dojo Cho - Instructor (Honbu Dojo Graded and Registered Sensei)

Taylor travelled to Honbu Dojo to sit the Nidan Grading examination, after completing three days of extreme training  he was awarded the senior traditional grading rank of "Nidan - 2nd Dan" making him one of only two in New Zealand to achieve this senior recognition.

Taylor Sensei, began his traditional Karate Do training as a junior deshi, where he was the first junior student to step up and make the transition to the senior grading ranks, setting a fine example to other students, what can be achieved through, dedication and spirited training.

In July 2017, Taylor Sensei travelled to Honbu Dojo, where he was awarded his traditional registered Hanko - (Seal) and the teaching title of "Sensei."

Taylor Sensei is a most thoughful senior martial artist, his dedication to preserving our traditional art displays his loyalty and ettiqutte.