The International Ryukyu Karate Research Society is an information based world-wide organization dedicated to studying, the origins, evolution & tactical application theories of old-school karate & Okinawan kobudo.

The IRKRS aims to bring together a new generation of more progressive learner seeking to better understand the true history and application practices of the original art, and not afraid to step outside their own peer group to find it.

Each year the IRKRS names its Honour Roll recipients and I am proud to be listed as Researcher of the Year on the 2011 list of nominees, following my recent (2nd) trip to Fujian province (China) where I not only participated in the karate – wushu contest and exchange convention but also conducted my own research while in Fuzhou city, working with some of the most prominent crane based (i.e. Minghe Chuan) groups that operate there today.

I’d like to thank Hanshi Patrick Mccarthy for the recognition and look forward continuing my studies under the IRKRS in 2012.