Shihan Donald LaMattina

Co-Chairman
International Toshindo Karate Federation

  Donald LaMattina began his study of Japanese karate in March 1965 under the tutelage of renowned master (shihan) Soshu Shigeru Oyama. In 15 years of study, he rose to the rank of fourth degree black belt and was internationally certified as a Kyokushin instructor.

  As a highly recognized tournament competitor, Shihan LaMattina competed internationally, winning more than 60 tournament titles in both sparring and kata (form competition). In 1986, Shihan LaMattina became co-chairman of the International Toshindo Karate Federation and was awarded the rank of eighth degree black belt.

  Shihan LaMattina is currently chief instructor of the Toshindo Karate and Fitness Center in White Plains, NY. He supervises a staff of four senior black belt instructors and four junior black belt instructors. Shihan LaMattina is experienced in kobudo (weapons) training and self-defense techniques, and is a certified Toshindo kickboxing instructor.

  The Toshindo Karate and Fitness Center is located at 196 Maple Avenue in White Plains, NY 10605. To reach Shihan LaMattina, please call (914) 285-9001 or contact him by email.