Karate classes
Karate can be practiced by men, women, and children of all ages, at any time and place, for any length of time. Karate requires no special equipment, but we do wear a traditional white gi (uniform) with a belt.
We offer youth classes for ages 8-16 years old, and we offer adult classes for ages 16-up.
YOUTH
Ages 8 and up
TUESDAYS, 5:30pm-6:30pm
THURSDAYS, 5:30pm-6:30pm
***Advanced youth may train in the Adult’s evening and Saturday classes by invitation only.
In youth classes, we establish a strong foundation. Students learn fundamental techniques (kihon) that improve motor skills, balance, self-awareness, confidence, and concentration in a safe and fun environment. Kihon leads to kumite (controlled sparring), kata (sets of basic, intermediate, and advanced techniques), and bunkai (applications such as self-defense). We teach our students how to control their techniques, breathing, and responses; therefore, contact is minimal. Furthermore, we often divide classes into small groups that guarantee individual, developmentally appropriate instruction.
ADULTS
TUESDAYS, 6:30pm-8:00 pm
THURSDAYS, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
SATURDAYS, 9:30 am – 11:00 am (intermediate and advanced)
*** Advanced youth may train in the Adult’s evening and Saturday classes by invitation only.
Shotokan karate is known for its kihon fundamentals — like low stances, self-discipline, and powerful but controlled techniques. This tradition makes Shotokan a superb way to get fit, as well as a pathway for improved concentration. Furthermore, we emphasize scientifically sound approaches to all aspects of our training, including warm-ups, cool-downs, self-defense, and stretching.
All our karateka (students) develop martial-arts skills in an environment that honors our traditions, respects the dojo where we train, and demonstrates courtesy at all times. In fact, the school-teacher who founded our style — Gichin Funakoshi — said that karate begins and ends with courtesy.
We seek to have a positive impact on students by teaching karate skills, improving fitness, and reinforcing the importance of character in athletics and life.
Anderson Shotokan Karate students line up with club founder, Kim Weber (7th dan)
