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Soke Richard Morris (1936-2019)


10th Dan

“The best way to learn a Martial Art is to find the best available instructor and remain loyal to his or her teaching” ~Soke Richard Morris

The late Soke Richard Morris trained and taught martial arts for over 60 years and was one of the most highly regarded martial artists globally. His contribution in modern professional Jiu-Jitsu and across multiple martial arts domains is unparalleled.

Richard Morris, mentored by Professor Alf Morgan, the first Briton trained by Japanese Jiu-Jitsu Master Sensei Yoki Tani, attained his 4th Dan and embarked on researching modern Jiu-Jitsu styles.

He became chairman of the British Jiu-Jitsu Federation and director of the World Jiu-Jitsu Federation until 1986. He founded Jiu-Jitsu International in 1986 to promote a practical Jiu-Jitsu style. Today, Jiu-Jitsu International specializes in professional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu.

Soke Auvo Niiniketo

10th Dan


Soke Auvo Niiniketo, born in 1954, is the founder of Hokutoryu Jiu Jitsu and the World Federation of Ju-jitsu (WFJ). He began martial arts at eight, primarily focusing on boxing, with 115 matches and representing Finland internationally. He also excelled in karate, winning the Finnish Championship in 1979, and kickboxing, leading Finnish teams in global competitions.


In the 1970s, he started Ju-jutsu in Sweden, evolving it into Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu, suitable for self-defense, fitness, police, security, and military use. Hokutoryu rules gained popularity in international Ju-jutsu competitions. Soke Auvo founded WFJ, focusing solely on Jiu Jitsu tournaments, following Hokutoryu rules. He travels worldwide sharing his expertise and has been honoured in various countries.

Hanshi Dev Anand

8th Dan


Veerabhadra Dev Anand (b.1962) developed a keen interest in martial arts at the age of 15. He mastered Goju Ryu Karate and achieved a 1st Dan Black Belt in 1982. His interest developed into a passion, and he continued to search for better techniques and explore other forms.


In 1988, he was invited to London by Soke Richard Morris, where he learned Jiu Jitsu and later introduced it to India, founding Jiu Jitsu International, India. Despite his busy schedule as a conglomerate Director, Dev Anand remains committed to mentoring the next generation of martial artists. He regularly visited London for advanced Jiu Jitsu training under Soke Richard Morris until his passing in 2019.

Shihan Kimmo Tenhunen

7th Dan, Finland


Shihan Kimmo Tenhunen serves as the Technical Advisor to Indian Hokuto Ryu Jiu Jitsu. He is one of the most highly talented martial artists and holds one of the highest-ranking positions as an instructor, having trained extensively under Soke Auvo Niiniketo. He provides his experienced knowledge and guidance in developing Hokuto Ryu Jiu Jitsu in India, visiting the country on a regular basis to conduct seminars, tournaments, and special training sessions.


As the Vice President of Hokuto Ryu Jiu Jitsu, he travels worldwide to further the development of Hokuto Ryu. He is an official ambassador of Hokuto Ryu and the World Federation of Jiu Jitsu, having already visited more than 50 countries.

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RENSHI P.M. GNANASEKAR
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR, SOUTH ZONE
DOJO: CHENNAI, TAMILNADU

Began his Career at the age of 15 yrs.with a quest for Martial Arts. 

Age: 35 yrs 

5th Dan black belt in Jujutsu. Practicing Jiu Jitsu for last 16 years.

He is designated with 7th dan Black Belt in Karate, procured 25 gold medals, 6 silver medals  7 bronze medals in National & International Level Championship. Brown belt in Kenjutsu, Black Belt in Judo ( Judo Federation Of India )  He developed his own Sentou-Ken Martial Art Academy.  He was an instructor in the Police Training Academy, Vellore. Presently, he is the National Referee in KIO designated as jujitsu, kenjuttsu international India, the
Chief instructor of South zone.

SENSEI PRASAD MALVANKAR

CHIEF INSTRUCTOR, 
DOJO: HONBU DOJO, VASHI, NAVI MUMBAI

Age: 42 year 

4th Dan Black Belt, Jiu Jitsu

Journey of Jiu Jitsu: 16 + years of practicing Jiu Jitsu and 12 years of experience in teaching Jiu Jitsu. Participated in WFJ World Cup in 2012, Referee and coordinator in National WFJ championship.

Profession: Working in Centre of Pharmaceutical company

SENSEI DAIVIK SALIAN

INSTRUCTOR, DOJO: HONBU DOJO, VASHI, NAVI MUMBAI

Age – 25

Profession – PeopleSoft Consultant 

2nd Dan Black belt, Jiu Jitsu

Journey of JJI: 12 + years of learning jiu-jitsu 5 years of experience as an instructor

Achivements : Gold medal at World Federation of Jiu-jitsu open world cup 2012.
Best over-all fighter award + Gold medal at National Jiu-jitsu tournament 2015.
Bronze at Hokutoryu Jiu-jitsu Open World Cup 2018.

SENSEI SANTOSH AHIRE

INSTRUCTOR AND ADMINSTRATOR,
DOJO: HONBU DOJO, VASHI, NAVI MUMBAI

Age: 48 years

Black Belt 1 st  Dan, Jiu Jitsu, Brown Belt, Kenjitsu

Journey of Jiu Jitsu: 9 years. Teaching experience of 4 years.
He also holds Diploma in Weapon Training (Nunchackoo).

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Yen Jin Budo Kai is founded by Hanshi Dev Anand to promote Jiu-Jitsu, Ken-Jitsu, Iaido and Battado in India. Yen Jin Budo Kai serves as an umbrella organization of all these martial arts.

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