ABOUT
Mumon translated from Japanese means "no gate". We took this name to signify that we are open to continuous learning and growth in Karate as we pursue Budo, "the way".
Mumon was established to offer greater opportunity to those practicing Shotokan-style Karate by:
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Bringing together high level instructors worldwide
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Organizing subject matter expertise
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Establishing a structured curriculum
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Enabling collaboration through the use of technology
Shihan - Master Instructors
Honda, Sadaharu
(本多,定晴)
Saiko Shihan - Chief Instructor
Mr. Honda is a 5th degree Black belt. Sadaharu is responsible for the direction and content of the Mumon organization.
Bob Bakos
Shihan - Instructor
Mr. Bakos is a 5th Degree Black belt and has been practicing since 1971. Bob is responsible for the organization, instructor certification, and student progression.
Paul Kovacs Ph.D.
Shihan - Instructor
Dr. Kovacs is a 5th Degree Black belt and has practiced Karate since 1972. He is reponsible for Mumon Shotokan's Curriculum and Instructor Syllabus.
Instructors
Dr. Mark Weingarden
Dr. Mark Weingarden - Instructor
Dr. Mark Weingarden is a 5th degree Black belt. Mark is responsible for the Carnegie Mellon University Karate Club in Pittsburgh.
Denise Speer
Instructor
Mrs. Denise Speer is a 2nd Degree Black belt and has been practicing since 1971. Denise is responsible for develpment of dojo's and instruction at the Greater Pittsburgh Wellness, Thelma Lovette YMCA, and the Ellis School.
Ken Maxwell
Instructor
Mr. Maxwell is a 4rd Degree Black belt and has been practicing since 2008. He is reponsible for the Elkins, WV dojo.
Ken recently completed Nursing School and is a registered Nurse.