Isshindo Kan Europe

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Chairman Dietmar Schmidt 10.Dan
Vice Chairman Eleni Kroko-Pepe 6.Dan.

On the 20th February 2015 at Amarinthos, Greece the following founding members formed the federation:

“ISSHINDO KAN EUROPE”

(the headquarter of which are based in 82449 Uffing, Germany)

- Marek Mroszczyk and Ryszard Jóźwiak of Poland
- Leszek Bubka and Martin Marshall of the United Kingdom
- Sarantis Theodosiou and Helen Pepe of Greece
- Dietmar Schmidt and Stefan Reindl of Germany

The federation is formed from four nations as listed above. Isshindo Kan means „the house of the integration of hearts“ and the integration of all Budo and Martial Arts under one roof.

20/10/2026

Hello everyone,
A quick update: Stefan has resigned from his position as Vice President. The reason is that the leadership of our association is too focused in Germany.
All five nations participated in the election. Eleni Krokou Pepe, 6th Dan, from Greece, was elected. Eleni has been practicing Zendo Ryu Karate Do for over 27 years and runs her own dojos in Amarynthos and Gymno.
Congratulations on your new role as Vice President! We wish Eleni all the best and a successful term. Best wishes from me, Dietmar Schmidt, 10th Dan, President.

12/10/2026

Hi members and friends,
Our friend Jürgen Englerth, 8th Dan Tea Kwon Do from Munich, passed away on September 4th of this year. In his honor, we were able to plant a tree at the Kranevo Sports Center in Bulgaria during our seminar. We owe this idea to Boris Gramchev, our leader in Bulgaria.
Jürgen will always be in our thoughts.
Dietmar Schmidt 10. Dan, Chairman Isshindo Kan Europe.

09/10/2026

Hi members and friends,

Here is a small report from our last international seminar in Kranevo/Bulgaria.
This year 5 different nations came together and Bulgarie (our new member since last year) was the organiser. Boris does a perfect job and would like to thank you again. It was a big Sportscenter with 6 different sporthalls with a big sporthotel. This sportscenter was 100m away from the beach. Everything was perfect. Saturday afternoon we also trained on the beach.All participants were setisfit and had a good time.

Next year we have our big event in Poland. If we know the right time, I'll let you know.

Dietmar Schmidt 10.Dan
Chairman
PS: If somebody likes to get info already now, can get in contact with me. Here my email: [email protected]

29/08/2026

Our organizer in Bulgaria has sent us the list of instructors for our international seminar at the end of September. Anyone interested in participating can contact Boris for information or to register.
Information and registration:
Boris Gramchev, organiser and representative of BG:
E-Mail: [email protected]
(language: English, Bulgarian)

23/07/2026

Hi all,
Just a reminder, (25th - 27th of September 2026)
don't forget your plane ticket to Varna.
(In the moment the flying tickets getting cheaper)
Our teachers:
Dietmar Schmidt, 10. Dan – Energy of Karate technology (D)
Jürgen Englerth 8. Dan – Taekwon-Do (D)
Marek Mroszczyk, 6. Dan – Jukado Kempo (PL)
Sarantis Theodosiou, 6. Dan – Zendo Ryu Karate Do (GR)
Les Bubka, 5. Dan – Shin-Ai-Do Karate (UK)
Stefan Reindl, 5. Dan – Jiu Jitsu (D)
Boris Gramchev, 5. Dan – Ryukyu Kenpo Karate (BG)

Time: Friday 25th of September 2pm
Ryukyu Kenpo Karate Masterclass for all!
Saturday 26th of September:
10am to 4pm (different systems)
8pm – get together event (Taverna)
Sunday 27th of September :
11am to 2pm (different systems)
Place: Aqualife sport complex of Kranevo
(25 km north from Varna - airport)

Fee: Entry 15,00 EUR.

Place to stay:
Aqualife Sport and Hotel complex in Kranevo (50m away from the beach). Reservation is only possible over Boris.
The price is €42 per person per night in double or triple rooms, all inclusive (Buffet for breakfast, lunch, dinner).

Position of Kranevo from Varna-airport:
Is 25 km north far away from Varna.
Transport available with car from the hotel, private or
with taxi (30-40EUR).
(all must be organised with Boris)

Information and registration:
Boris Gramchev, organiser and representative of BG:
E-Mail: [email protected]
(language: English, Bulgarian)

30/06/2026

On Saturday, 27th, Isshindo Kan Europe United Kingdom conducted a Dan grading for students from Tanoshi Karate, where Beth and John successfully completed their Shodan grading.

Both candidates displayed a high level of technical proficiency throughout the examination, demonstrating Motobu drills, kata with practical applications, combinations on the pads, and sparring. Their dedication, skill, and determination were evident throughout the grading.

The grading panel consisted of Dietmar Schmidt Hanshi from Germany, Bubka Sensei from the UK, and Matt Dixon Sensei from the UK.

Following the grading, we held a workshop led by senior instructors from across Europe. Dietmar Schmidt Hanshi demonstrated and explained the concepts of Zendo Ryu Karate-Do, focusing on developing energy and power. Neil O'Connor Sensei introduced participants to Wado Ryu principles of self-protection and evasion, while Nick Girard Senpai led an engaging session on effective kicking techniques.

A sincere thank you to everyone who attended, helped, supported, and trained with us throughout the day. Events like these are only possible because of the commitment and enthusiasm of our karate community.

We look forward to seeing everyone in Bulgaria this September for our Annual International Seminar.

15/05/2026

International Budo Seminar 2026 in
Kranevo / Bulgaria (near Varna)

Friday 25th / Saturday 26th / Sunday 27th of September.

Hi all,
Just a reminder,
don't forget your plane ticket to Varna.
It doesn't look like it's going to get cheaper.

Place to stay:
Aqualife Sport and Hotel complex in Kranevo (50m away from the beach). Reservation is only possible over Boris.
The price is €42 per person per night in double or triple rooms, all inclusive (Buffet for breakfast, lunch, dinner).

Position of Kranevo from Varna-airport:
Is 25 km north far away from Varna.
Transport available with car from the hotel, private or
with taxi (30-40EUR).
(all must be organised with Boris)

Information and registration:
Boris Gramchev, organiser and representative of BG:
E-Mail: [email protected]
(language: English, Bulgarian)

17/04/2026

Hi all
I have some “personal news”.
My wife and I have moved back to Germany and sold our home in Greece after more than 27 years. We recently moved back to Penzberg, where I spent over 30 years actively building up the Penzberg Jiu Jitsu and Karate School.
I am now teaching at our headquarter in “Uffing am Staffelsee” (closed to Penzberg), which is also the home of our association, "Isshindo Kan Europe."
As Chairman of our association, I will also be actively involved in Germany again. I look forward to working with you.
See you all soon Dietmar Schmidt, 10th Dan, Chairman

07/04/2026

Second place in all of Greece in the 'Competitive Self-Defense' championship!!
My partner...
My son!!!

03/04/2026

EASTER GREETINGS FOR EVERYONE FROM
DIETMAR SCHMIDT, CHAIRMAN
AND SEE YOU ALL IN BULGARIA...

Adresse

Uffing Am Staffelsee
82449

Telefon

+498846709

Website

http://en-isshindokaneurope.page.tl/, http://isshindokaneurope.de.tl/

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