Dentoshi History
Joel Dentoshi Iverson is the founder of the Art of Life Sanctuary, Way of the Shadow Wind. Mr. Iverson's path to the martial arts began in 1970. With various styles of martial art training under his belt, Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Muay Thai and several animal arts from the Ta-Merrian Institute, Bujinkan and To-Shin Do Ninjutsu organizations, he has over 50 years of experience in martial arts and Ninjutsu.
He also has 0ver 40 years of experience working in the Criminal Justice Field, where he applied and fine tuned his Shinobi techniques.
Sensei Iverson wanted to show how a person could utilize Shinobi techniques in their daily activities or professional life, both physically and mentally.
To-Shin Do Achievements
Fifth degree black belt Instructor, To Shin Do Kasumi-An Ninjutsu Martial Arts.
Licensed instructor, Kihon Togakure Ryu Ninpo Taijutsu Kata
Licensed instructor, Kihon Kukishinden Ryu Kenjutsu Long Sword.
Licensed instructor, Kihon Kukishinden Ryu Bo-jutsu Long Staff Combat Method.
Other Achievements
- Degree in Criminal Justice specializing in criminal investigations and Security.
- Licensed by the State of Michigan to operate in the field of Professional Investigations and Security.
- Lieutenant Detroit Police Reserve Retired 35 years.
Ninjutsu has become much more than a martial art, it's a way of life. (G)
