Traditional Karate
The meaning and spirit of TRADITIONAL KARATE comes from the history of the Island of Okinawa, Japan - the birthplace of Karate. Masters that traveled to China to learn the Martial Arts brought the roots of karate to Okinawa. It is believed that a Buddhist Priest, Bodhldharma, developed the first self-defense techniques within the walls of the monastery in China. In this quiet, meditative atmosphere, Karate became a way of life, a spiritual discipline, with a code of honor. Fundamental to this code of honor, non-violence and respect are central to the teaching.
DOJO is the school, the place to learn and practice karate and kobudo. The meaning is based on the Japanese characters DO meaning "the way, the path," and JO meaning "the Place....the place where we find our way, the Place where we develop our character, our Spirit"
| The Art of Karate The ART OF KARATE was developed from a combination of southern Chinese Kempo (fist method) and the native Okinawan art of Te. The word karate is derived from the Japanese characters; kara (empty) and te (hand). Therefore, karate can be translated as the art of the empty hand. Okinawan Shorin-ryu Karate is one of three karate styles formally systematized in Okinawa and is considered by some to have had the most influential impact on the development of all modern karate systems.
Mission Statement
1. To provide the finest instruction in the mental, physical and character building aspects of the martial arts.
2. To provide personal instruction in every class.
3. To provide the best professional facilities in the area.
4. To create an environment that gives each individual the opportunity to pursue and achieve a greater level of personal success and freedom.
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