Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura	Mark Bramble	Adam Williamson
Jose Benitez	David McCauley	Joy Bramble

Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura

Grandmaster Tanemura is a true traditional martial arts master. Having trained in martial arts for most of his life, he first began martial arts training at the age of nine. First taught by his uncle and his father, the latter of which was a 17th generation head of a samurai lineage.

He later would serve 15 years in the Tokyo Police Department, leaving to keep alive and teach true Ninpo martial arts. His time serving as a police officer, helped to develop his skill and refine his skills in a real defense environment.

In 1984, he organized and created the Genbukan organization to accomplish his mission of offering the world true martial arts and preserving true Ninpo (Ninjutsu).

Today, he has students all across the world. His students travel both to Japan and wherever he is teaching to learn, bringing these lessons back to their students.

Mark Bramble

Mark Bramble was first introduced to martial arts as a child at the age of 8. However, it was not until he was 15 that he would begin training in a martial art that would change his life. In 1991 a friend introduced to him a school about an hour away teaching Ninpo.

After a year had passed, he began assisting at the Dojo and often training six to seven days a week. During the next ten years in addition to regular training, he also trained in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Aikido, and Aiki-jujutsu.

In 2000, after attaining the rank of Godan under his original instructor, and after deep reflection, he decided to search for a more direct lineage to his Ninpo training. After training with various teachers, he found his home in the Genbukan organization.

In 2006, Mark became a personal student of Soke Tanemura, receiving the Dojo name of 'Bansenshukai', which means 'All The Worlds Rivers Collect In The Sea'. Mark has been honored to travel both nationally and internationally, including to Japan, to train in the Genbukan.

He opened the first Ninpo Dojo in the State of Delaware in 2007, teaching students from all over the Tri-State area. In 2009 he moved to the Central Florida area with his wife Joy. It is his plan to grow a strong Genbukan presence on the East Coast.

Mark's current rankings include:

- Ninpo Taijutsu Sandan (3rd degree black belt)
- Kokusai Ju-jutsu Nidan (2nd degree black belt)
- Gyokko-ryu Tanemura-ha Shoden Menkyo
- Koto-ryu Tanemura-ha Shoden Menkyo
- Shinden Tatara Ryu Taijutsu Shoden Menkyo
- Shokyu Bo-jutsu

Adam Williamson

After developing an interest in martial arts at an early age, Adam first began training in Karate in 1990. He later began training in Ninpo in 1996. He has also trained in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu with the Rickson Gracie system in 1998 and beginning Mixed Martial Arts in 2000. During this time he competed in both Jiu-jitsu and MMA competitions.

In the beginning of 2005, Adam joined the Genbukan organization traveling to Japan and having the opportunity to train with Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura and many of the top ranks in the Genbukan.

In 2007, Adam received his international certification in Ninpo Taijutsu, and later traditional Kokusai Ju-jutsu in early 2009.

In addition to traditional martial arts training, Adam also brings his expertise in tactical and firearms training to the Dojo. His achievements include:

• Ballistics, firearms, armor, and weapons system expert by trade.

• Certified firearms instructor including pistols, carbine rifles, long range rifles, and shotguns.

• Certified range safety officer.

• Instructing police, military, and private security specialists.

• Specializing in tactical/combat shooting.

• Continued training at Blackwater Worldwide and other shooting schools.

• Member of Blackwater Worldwide Alumni Association

Currently Adam is the head instructor at the Newark, Delaware branch Dojo. His current Genbukan rankings include:

-Ninpo Taijutsu Shodan (1st degree black belt)
-Kokusai Ju-jutsu Shodan (1st degree black belt)
-Koto Ryu Tanemura-ha Shoden Menkyo
 

Jose Benitez

Jose began formal training in Ninpo in 2006. He is an instructor at the Bansenshukai Dojo. In July 2008, Jose has had the opportunity to train directly with the Grandmaster in both the US and Canada.

Jose is an instructor at the Newark, Delaware branch Dojo. His current Genbukan rankings include:

-Ninpo Taijutsu Shodan (1st degree black belt)
-Kokusai Ju-jutsu Yon-kyu (1st kyu)
-Koto Ryu Tanemura-ha Shoden Menkyo
-Gyokko Ryu Tanemura-ha Kirigami
-Shokyu Bo-jutsu

David McCauley

Dave began training in Ninpo during 2006, and after taking a break to focus on his university studies he returned in late 2007. He is currently a student of Japanese studies, and is an assistant instructor at the dojo. He has trained with Grandmaster Tanemura at Taikai in the US, Canada, and Europe.

 Dave is an instructor at the Newark, Delaware branch Dojo. His current Genbukan rankings include:

-Ninpo Taijutsu Shodan (1st degree black belt)
-Kokusai Ju-jutsu Yon-kyu (1st kyu)
-Koto Ryu Tanemura-ha Shoden Menkyo
-Gyokko Ryu Tanemura-ha Kirigami
-Shokyu Bo-jutsu

Joy Bramble

Joy began training in the martial arts in a rather fortunate but backwards way. In 2007, she traveled with her then Fiance, Mark Bramble to a Taikai in England. While she was there she was introduced to Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura and was touched by his spirit. She began training immediately upon returning, and now often trains in over 7 classes a week.

Bringing a unique side to the dojo, Joy brings her experience as a Life Coach and with the Tony Robbins organization. In addition to being an instructor at the dojo, she also maintains the role of managing the dojo. She has trained with the Grandmaster both nationally and internationally.

Joy is an instructor at the Orlando, Florida branch Dojo. In addition to teaching adults, she also heads up the children program. Her current Genbukan rankings include:

-Ninpo Taijutsu Shodan (1st degree black belt)
-Kokusai Ju-jutsu Nana-kyu (7th kyu)
-Shinden Tatara Ryu Taijutsu Shoden Menkyo
-Koto Ryu Tanemura-ha Kirigami
-Gyokko Ryu Tanemura-ha Kirigami