The acronyms “VSK” has a distinctive meaning for representing and integration three combined styles. The “V” stands for VEE JUTSU RYU, which was founded by the late Grandmaster Florendo M. Visitaction; “S” represents SANUCES RYU JITSU, founded by the late Grandmaster Moses Powell (a.k.a. DOC) and the “K” is for KUMITE RYU, founded by Soke Lil John Davis.

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Black Belt Hall of Fame and Seminar

You're cordially invited to our 13th Annual Black Belt Hall of Fame and Seminar Weekend. This event is open to all martial art styles. Friday, September 20 will commence with an all Masters Class followed by a weapons workshop. Saturday, September 21 consists of Yoga, Childrens class (14 & under), Main Seminar, Dinner and Awards. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

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Kumite Ryu Jujitsu literally means “Sparring Style,” is more often called “the School of Survival”. It is a style of jujitsu characterized by fierce fighting, grappling and self-defense. The Kumite Ryu Jujitsu School of Survival was founded in Harlem, NYC, by Soke Li’l” John Davis.

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Kumite-ryu students are expected to constantly hone body and mind by perfecting their form and using their knowledge of technique in new ways to face unexpected situations. While it is generally a hand-to-hand art the system also includes techniques in the use of certain weapons.  

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