Purple Dragon ATL Team Surpasses Themselves In Florida!

From June 13–15, Purple Dragon Atlanta traveled to South Florida for the first leg of the 2025 U.S. Inter-Dojo Tour—a powerful weekend of training, competition, and connection.

We were honored with the presence of Grandmaster Professor Don Jacob, who led an unforgettable training session that reignited our commitment to Don Jitsu Ryu. His teachings, presence, and mastery set the tone for a weekend of excellence.

We offer our deepest thanks to our gracious hosts:

• Shihan Albert & Sensei Candia Andrews
• Senpai Patrick
• Instructor Deborah (“Instructor D”) & Instructor Erik Larson
• The families and warriors of Purple Dragon Tequesta and Boynton Beach

Your hospitality and spirit truly made this trip unforgettable.

We were also thrilled to be joined by our Purple Dragon Texas family, guided by Shihan Liselle Griffith, whose presence added even more strength, unity, and camaraderie to the weekend. Their support and participation reflected the growing bond between our U.S. Dojos.

The PDATL Warriors Showed Up & Showed Out

🏆 Ethan Daniels (Brown Belt – 3rd Kyu)

• 1st Place – Self Defense
• 2nd Place – Sparring
• 3rd Place – Kata

🏆 Aimee Sheats (Red Belt)

• 2nd Place – Sparring
• 3rd Place – Self Defense
• 2nd Place – Kata

🏆 Shaniah Rolle (Blue Belt)

• 1st Place – Self Defense
• 1st Place – Sparring
• 2nd Place – Kata

“They trained hard, showed up with courage, and let their technique do the talking. This moment says it all.”