Sensei Robert Fusaro

Sensei Fusaro is a 7th degree black belt - only the second non-Japanese karateka to achieve the rank of Master - and is the North Central Regional Director for the AAKF. Sensei Fusaro first started karate in 1955 while stationed in Japan, during the Korean War, and has been training and teaching ever since. He owns and operates the Midwest Karate Association of Minneapolis, which is one of the oldest dojos in the country. Sensei Fusaro is the Head Instructor for the club, and administers all rank tests. He also teaches the accredited University karate class, PE 1035. Sensei teaches the club on Fridays and every other Wednesday.

Sensei Robert delMas

Sensei delMas is a 3rd degree black belt (Sandan) who began his karate training here at the UMN Shotokan Karate Club in 1973, while an undergraduate at the University. His teaching style is characterized as energetic and fun! He teaches the club on Monday and every other Wednesday. Sensei delMas currently continues his karate training at the West Bank Karate Club under Nina Chenault. He is also an Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics in the General College. Check out Sensei delMas' faculty home page at http://www.gen.umn.edu/faculty_staff/delmas.