954 Western Ave. Manchester, ME Home Schedule Instructors Gallery History Members > Events Calendar > Closed Dates > Curriculum > World/Sport Team Contact Us Instructors    Renshi Rob Pushard As founder of Pushards Okinawan Karate, along with his father, Richard Pushard Sr., Renshi Pushard has over 30 years of experience in the art of Isshinryu Karate. He is a 5th degree Black Belt in Isshin-ryu Karate and passes his extraordinary dedication on to his instructors and students alike. As a full-time Professional Martial Arts Teacher and school owner, he knows the importance of continued training and growth. Renshi studies directly with Shihon John Hughes, of New Jersey. Renshi Pushard is also a certified Defensive Tactics instructor for CATC, in Augusta, Maine.    Sensei Rebecca Pushard As the Tiny Tigers and Little Dragons Head Instructor, Sensei Pushard introduces our younger generation to the fun and excitement of Martial Arts training. In addition to being Co-owner of Pushard's Okinawan Karate, she is a 1st Degree Black Belt, Certified Level 1 CDT, 2003 I.W.K.A. Kata and Kumite Women's World Champion, and has been a Fitness Kickboxing Instructor for almost 11 years. She will be testing for her 2nd Degree Black Belt this summer.    Sensei Robert Henderson Sensei Bob began his Martial Arts career over 16 years ago when he trained with Renshi Pushard at his dojo in Chelsea, Maine. He is the Senior Instructor at Pushard's Okinawan Karate and has recently started up Grappling classes. Sensei Bob brings his awesome enthusiasm, as well as martial arts expertise, to all of our students. He will be testing for his 2nd Degree Black Belt this summer.    Sensei Paul Thompson Sensei Paul is a 1st Degree Black Belt and is the youngest member of our Instructors' Team. His eagerness to learn has been the key to helping him develop into a very well-respected Instructor, working with all students, Phase 1 through Teens.    Senpai Dai Farruh Nunuzov Senpai Dai Farruh's introduction to Martial Arts began early in his childhood by learning Wushu and Yoga. His real martial arts training started at age 17. For several years, he practiced several different styles, such as Taekwondo, Kung fu and Ninjitsu. In 2004, he was introduced to Isshinryu Karate by Renshi Rob Pushard. He is the lead instructor for our Extreme Karate Training program. He will be testing for his 1st Degree Black Belt this Summer. Farruh is also an aspiring film producer. His latest work is called "Everything for Nothing". Associated with the Isshin-ryu School of Karate; host of the 2007 IWKA Champion- ship Tournament.    Home|Schedule|Instructors|Gallery|History|Members|Contact Us ©2005 pushardskarate.com - All Rights Reserved 2006