Soke Behzad Ahmadi is a distinguished martial artist, author, and educator renowned for his expertise in Okinawan karate and his contributions to martial arts literature and instruction.
Soke Ahmadi has dedicated his life to the study and teaching of martial arts. He began his journey in the early 1970s, teaching Kyokushin Karate from 1971 to 1999. In 1977, he became an instructor in Sinanju Shin-Do, a close-combat martial art. His commitment to martial arts education led him to serve as a Teaching Consultant at the International Society of Okinawan Bujutsu starting in August 1978. He also held the position of Technical Advisor at the Korea Taekwondo Association from 1980 to 1999. In 1997, he established himself as the Owner and Chief Instructor at Shorinjiryu Karate in Okinawa.
An accomplished author, Soke Ahmadi has penned numerous books focusing on martial arts techniques, philosophy, and history. His notable works include:
- Dirty Fighting: Lethal Okinawan Karate
- Sensei in Solitary
- Legacy of a Sensei
- Okinawa Combat Karate: Sanchin Kata
- Complete Okinawa Karate: Chin-na & Shuai-Jiao
- Ryukyu Kobujutsu: Bo - Tanbo - Toifa
- Advanced Ryukyu Karate
- Shorinjiryu Karate: A Dojo Guide
- Choki Motobu: Original MMA Fighter
- Dojo Kumite: Shorinjiryu Combat Karate
These publications reflect his deep knowledge and commitment to preserving and disseminating martial arts wisdom.