Koroshi School of Defense

Newark, Ohio

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Koroshi School of Defense

Founded in 1970 by Master Thomas E. Benich and Master Melvin Russell, Koroshi School of Defense is a martial arts organization rich with tradition, history, and methods that have stood the test of time.

Several branches of Koroshi School of Defense exist throughout Ohio and The United States, all offering expert led martial arts classes. Koroshi School of Defense, Newark, Ohio branch, is directed by Master Chuck Chirdon and Sensei Anita Chirdon.