IIKA Newsletter Chairman: JC Burris President: Tommy True Board Members: Phil McElroy, Jim McDonald, David Gabbard, Kelly Markham, Carol Burris, Jerry Smith, Mike Lewis, Don Bordinger, Sandra Strong Honorary Board Members: Maurice Msarsa, Bruce Guillaume Subject: Roane School of Isshin-Ryu Promotions Release Date: Sunday February 15, 2009 At a recent Promotion Ceremony held at the Roane School of Isshin-Ryu Karate in Harriman, under the direction of Grandmaster Tommy True, six students received promotions as well as one Instructor. “Promotions are one of my favorite events at the dojo,” said Grandmaster True. Mr. True went on to add, “We don’t promote students quickly. That’s why it’s so gratifying when you find someone willing to stick-it-out and work hard. When you find a person like that, you know you’re working with someone who has the potential to make a good Isshin-Ryu practitioner.” (Front Row, L to R): Ridge Richardson, Head Instructor, Go-Dan; Noah Gouge, Orange Belt; Sydney Parks, Orange Belt. (Back Row): Joseph Smith, Green Belt; Kacy Aslinger, Green Belt; Rich Gilmore, Blue Belt; Wes Parks, Orange Belt Go-Dan Promotion; Tommy True & Ridge Richardson Article Submitted By, Roane School of Isshin-Ryu Karate