Ralph Castro

(photo and text from June Castro Michalowski's Facebook page)

Great Grandmaster Ralph Castro is recognized for opening the first Kenpo Karate Studio in Northern CA in 1958. He credits long-time friend, Ed Parker, for his support and encouragement with opening his San Francisco location, just 2 years after Ed Parker opened his famed Kenpo Karate Studio in Pasadena CA. Notable friends include: Wally Jay, Bruce Lee, Jimmy Lee, Adrian Emperado, Jhoon Rhee, Al Dacoscos, Ernie Reyes Sr., Ming Lum and more.

The presentation will highlight Great Grandmaster Ralph Castro’s life, his contribution to the martial arts and his legacy. Following the presentation Great Grandmaster will donate his original Karae Gi and his first Black Belt to the Martial Arts History Museum.