My martial arts journey began in 1966 in Detroit, Michigan, laying the foundation for a lifelong dedication to the art. From 1970 through 2009, I had the immense privilege of receiving extensive training from Professor Ronald Duncan. Professor Duncan was an truly amazing Ninjutsu master, renowned for his incredible skill—a testament to his prowess was his legendary ability to catch arrows out of the air. His formidable background also included training in the Marine Corps with the Judo team.

 

In 1990, my path led me to Master Ali-Abdul Kareem, under whom I began training at his esteemed Star and Crescent School of Essential Knowledge in New York, a mentorship that continues to this day, through 2024. During my annual visits to Master Ali-Abdul Kareem in New York, I also had the invaluable opportunity to work alongside him providing security at a famous festival held in Brooklyn, gaining crucial real-world experience.

 

Through decades of unwavering dedication and rigorous training, I was honored to receive my 10th-degree Koga Ryu Shinobi Ninjustsu red belt in 2019 from Master Ali-Abdul Kareem, a significant milestone in my martial arts career.

 

The core goal, purpose, and vision of Nakano Martial Arts is to inform and guide those who are genuinely interested in learning this profound art. I aim to convey the immense work that goes into becoming a ninja – it is an art that demands many years of consistency, discipline, and unwavering commitment to master. My mission is to help individuals who are serious about embarking on this challenging yet incredibly rewarding journey.