The beginnings of the original American Karate Style:
East Meets Southwest, Part I, is the story of the beginnings of Karate Shin-Toshi, which combined key elements of many different Asian martial arts to form the original American Karate Style. From its genesis in the basement of a rough and tumble juvenile hall to the creation of “The Southwest’s Most Exclusive Martial Arts Complex,” you’ll learn how founder Mickey Fisher and his students over the years collaborated in the creation of a style that has always lived up to the meaning of its name: “New, Independent Way.” Part I of the Shin-Toshi story is an educational and motivational read for any student of the martial arts, but particularly those who have been involved with Shin-Toshi during any time in its development.
“And I told Bob (Jones) ‘From now on we’re not teaching Tae Kwon Do any more. We’re teaching Shin-Toshi.’”
Kwanjang Mickey Fisher, Founder of Karate Shin-Toshi
Master Jhoon Rhee
Father of Tae Kwon Do
Paying Tribute To A Tae Kwon Do Icon
The Grandmaster taught numerous National & International Champions
but also government officials & celebrities. He promoted Mr. Mickey Fisher our founder of Karate Shin-Toshi.
Invented the foam-rubber sparring gear and is credited for "Matial Ballet"
performing Kata's to music.
Jhoon Rhee passed on April 30th, 2018 at age 86.
Pictured below Mr. Rhee shared time with Utah Karate Institute in 1998 at the E Center
We'd like to recognize the pioneers who were involved in Shin-Toshi Karate's beginnings.
And are carry on His teachings as he wanted with Loyalty & Respect!
Check back for more updates as we continue to gather more information towards Mr. Mickey Fisher's Legacy of followers.
