Head instructor Brandon Bogenreif teaches the Traditional Okinawan Karate-Do that was taught to him by Master Kazumasa Yokoyama, founder of Kenshin-Kaikan Karate-Do.

My name is Brandon Bogenreif, and I was a proud student of Master Kazumasa Yokoyama, Kancho. I began my training at the age of seven but was unable to complete it at that time. I returned with renewed interest in 2010, and since then I have striven to become a worthy recipient of Kancho’s teachings. My journey has truly just begun, and I count myself extremely fortunate to have learned from the world’s greatest martial artist!

I began learning from Grandmaster Kazumasa Yokoyama at age 30. I had previous experience in Shotokan karate and Taekwondo. I received my Shodan from Master Yokoyama in 1994. In 2004 I continued my training, and I trained with Master Yokoyama until his passing in 2018. I remained in awe of Kancho’s teachings and martial arts abilities. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have been a student of Master Yokoyama. Knowing Kancho was a rare and honored privilege. I continued to learn and grow under Kancho’s tutelage until his passing, and at the current age of 60 I carry his teachings forward.