Instructors
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Kyoshi Andrew Ballato
Chief Instructor
Kyoshi Andrew Ballato (7th Dan) is the Chief Instructor and one of the managing partners of Shoshin Karate. With 40 years experience, he began his training in 1985 under Hanshi William Reid (9th Dan), head instructor of the World Seido Karate in Albany, NY. Kyoshi continued to train under Hanshi Reid until his retirement in 2018. Kyoshi Andrew then became a managing partner in US Budokai Karate of Albany and with his partners, drove the transformation to Shoshin Karate. Kyoshi Andrew earned his 7th Dan in 2023 and continues to lead Shoshin Karate.
In addition to his achievements in Karate, in 2005 he earned his 2nd Dan in Okinawan Kobudō (traditional weapons).
Sensei Michael Spadoni
Senior Instructor
Sensei Michael Spadoni (4th Dan) is one of the managing partners of Shoshin Karate. After beginning his training for 4 years in anther style, he began training under Hanshi William Reid (9th Dan) in 2008. Now with over 20 years of experience, Sensei Mike leads both our Kobudō (traditional weapons) and Shoshin Warriors (4- to 7-year-olds) programs.
Sensei Mike also holds a 2nd Dan in traditional weapons.
Sensei Frank Fleury
Senior Instructor
Sensei Frank Fleury (4th Dan) is one of the managing partners of Shoshin Karate. He began his karate journey at the age of 36 under Hanshi William Ried (9th Dan) at US Budokai Karate of Albany and has over 20 years of experience. in addition to his teaching and training, Sensei Frank leads the introductory program for prospective students and manages the front office at Shoshin Karate.