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The 5 Karate Dojo Kun: The best things you can accomplish with them

July 6, 2020 No Comments

The Shotokan Karate Dōjō Kun is not only a set of rules but rather a philosophy one chooses to live by. The practice of courtesy (and valuing it) shows the difference between other “fighting techniques” and Budo – in which respect to courtesy is the foundation to getting better.

Your first karate class — everything you wanted to know

March 10, 2020 No Comments

We are just as excited as you are for your first karate class! You are ready to go, but perhaps anxiety is kicking in — it is your first class after all. Let’s walk through everything you need to know.