Our teaching team
South Bay Judo is led by experienced volunteer instructors who teach strong fundamentals, safe practice, competition skills, and respect for every training partner.
Club leadership
Head Instructor
5th degree black belt
Sensei Milton has taught judo for more than 40 years. He coordinates South Bay Judo’s programs, fundamentals, values, and competition training, and coaches athletes at local, state, and national events.
USJF and USA Judo member · USA Judo coach · Safe Sport, CDC Concussion, and First Aid/CPR certified
Head Advisor & Club Administrator
6th degree black belt
Sensei Ed founded South Bay Judo in 1999 and has more than 45 years of judo experience. He has coached and developed national and international champions.
USJF and USA Judo member · USA Judo coach · Safe Sport, CDC Concussion, and First Aid/CPR certified
On the mat
Our coaching team brings many levels of experience to every class and helps students progress at their own pace.
Jefferey Tejero
You Matsutani · Shane Shiosaki · Alan Honda
Myles Honda · Ken Nagata · Yuko Felde · Machiko Matsutani · Maria Matsutani · Marina Matsutani
Sandy Honda · Mark Williams
Romeo Sangdee-Takeuchi
Luis Vazquez
With appreciation
We recognize the instructors who have shared their time, knowledge, and care with the South Bay Judo community. Though they are not currently teaching, their contributions remain part of our club’s story.
Sandan · 3rd degree black belt
Craig Shiosaki · John Hernandez · Christine Shiosaki · Rod Kei
Nidan · 2nd degree black belt
David Honda · Randy Shiosaki
Shodan · 1st degree black belt
Joan Shiosaki · Matt Sawada · Chris Williams · Nancy Williams
Ikkyu · 1st degree brown belt
Skyler Shiosaki · Cheyenne Fu
Questions for the coaching team?
We’re happy to help you choose the right class.
