Instructors

Head Sensei: Kenji Yamada - 8th Dan
Yamada Sensei began studying Judo when he was 13 years old, and he has been teaching at Seattle Dojo for over 50 years.  He was an active competitor for Seattle Dojo until the late 1960's and won many competitions for the club, including the national championship.  Among his many accomplishments, he received the "Best Technique Award" for his uchimata in the All-US Championships in California in 1963.  Since his retirement from competition, Yamada Sensei has been dedicated to teaching Judo at Seattle Dojo, and he continues to share his vast knowledge and experience with his students to this day.

	Alan Yamada
	Ryutaro Oki
	David Fukuhara
	Joe Weber
	Beau Calman
	Hideki
	Brian Toth