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Makoto Kai Jujitsu Instructors Katie Murphy Stevens Head instructor Sensei Katie Murphy Stevens began her study of Danzan Ryu Jujitsu in 1990. She has been a school head of Makoto Kai in Woodland, CA since 2002. She received the rank of godan (5th degree black belt) in 2014 and is currently advancing her training as a student of Professor Jane Carr. In addition to her jujitsu studies, she is a graduate of the Danzan Ryu Seifukujitsu Institute massage program. She has been active in support of the American Judo and Jujitsu Federation (AJJF) operations since 2003, serving in various administrative roles. Sensei Murph began her martial arts practice for some self-defense training and fitness, but she stays for the deep friendships and her love of the art.
Joe Bendorf Sensei Joe Bendorf began his jujitsu practice in the Makoto Kai juniors program. He earned the rank of nidan (2nd degree black belt) in 2011. Sensei Joe has also studied silat, judo and is a graduate of the Danzan Ryu Seifukujitsu Institute massage program.
Rodrigo Garcia Sensei Rodrigo Garcia began his studies at Makoto Kai in 2007. He currently holds the rank of shodan (1st degree black belt) and is the instructor of the juniors program. Sensei Rodrigo is a career law enforcement officer and has taught self-defense and tactical courses to law enforcement officers.
Silas Gaussion-Radcliffe Sensei Silas Gaussion-Radcliffe was born into a jujitsu family with both father and mother black belts. He practiced jujitsu as a child and then returned to his martial arts studies in his late twenties. He currently holds the rank of shodan (1st degree black belt).
Sean Breed Sensei Sean Breed started his martial arts study at Makoto Kai in 2010. He currently holds the rank of shodan (1st degree black belt).
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