Sensei Artem Mazunin
Official Branch Chief
World SoKarate Federation (WSF)
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
3rd Dan SoKarate • International Martial Arts Instructor • Licensed MMA Competitor
Artem Mazunin is an accomplished martial arts instructor with more than 35 years of experience in traditional karate, full-contact fighting, and mixed martial arts.
Beginning his martial arts journey at the age of seven, Artem has dedicated his life to continuous learning, competition, and teaching. Today, he proudly serves as the Official Branch Representative of the World SoKarate Federation (WSF) in Charleston, South Carolina, where he teaches children, teenagers, and adults in a professional, positive, and family-friendly environment.
His mission extends far beyond teaching techniques. Artem is committed to helping every student build confidence, discipline, respect, resilience, leadership, and the mindset needed to succeed both inside and outside the dojo.
Professional Credentials
• More than 35 years of martial arts experience.
• Professional Mixed Martial Arts record: 6 victories, 0 defeats.
• Successfully completed the legendary 100-Man Kumite (Hyakunin Kumite / 百人組手) in Osaka, Japan, in 2004. The examination was conducted by legendary Kyokushin master ****, one of the highest achievements in full-contact karate.
• Certified 3rd Dan SoKarate by the World SoKarate Federation (Certificate No. 172025), issued on July 10, 2025, by the WSF Headquarters in the United States.
• Official Branch Chief of the World SoKarate Federation for Charleston, South Carolina (Certificate No. 162025).
• Recipient of the prestigious Elite Honorable Warrior Award, presented by the during its 25th Anniversary Celebration in 2026.
• Licensed Mixed Martial Arts competitor by the South Carolina Athletic Commission.
Teaching Philosophy
Martial arts are about far more than punches and kicks.
Every class is designed to develop confidence, discipline, integrity, respect, perseverance, and leadership while improving physical fitness and practical self-defense skills.
Sensei Artem believes every student deserves personal attention, encouragement, and an opportunity to achieve their highest potential in a safe, supportive, and motivating environment.
Programs
Training is available for:
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
- Beginners
- Advanced martial artists
- Competitive athletes
- Anyone seeking better fitness, confidence, discipline, and practical self-defense
Mission
Building stronger people through martial arts.
Every student is encouraged to pursue continuous self-improvement, develop strong character, respect others, and become the best version of themselves.
These values represent the foundation of both Sensei Artem Mazunin’s teaching philosophy and the mission of the World SoKarate Federation.