Zanshinkan Karate is located in the Greenbrier section of Chesapeake, VA 23320, 920 Ventures Way, Suite 3. At Zanshinkan Karate, we offer a safe and fun training environment, using physical training to develop not only our techniques, but our mind, spirit and character. Our focus is on teaching traditional karate and the values it instills - respect, discipline, dedication, integrity, courage, compassion, perseverance, honor and humility.
Classes are offered for children 5 - 12 years old, as well as adult classes for students 13 and up. In addition to Karate (empty hand techniques) we also teach Kobudo (weapons) and Iaido (Japanese Sword).
Classes are offered for children 5 - 12 years old, as well as adult classes for students 13 and up. In addition to Karate (empty hand techniques) we also teach Kobudo (weapons) and Iaido (Japanese Sword).
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The following is a list of required kata and techniques for attaining each belt rank. Please bear in mind that knowledge of the listed techniques does not necessarily mean you are ready for promotion. Advancement in rank is based on knowledge and execution of techniques and kata, class attendance, time since last promotion, progression of skill, and demonstration of budo spirit.
Kata videos give students the chance to see Sensei Bill demonstrate the proper techniques, and perform the kata at full speed, then practice the kata multiple times. Demonstrations are also provided of the bunkai, or application, of the techniques, so students can understand what they are doing. Follow along to the end of each video, following the instructions, and your skills and understanding will grow quickly!
In the dojo, there are certain forms of etiquette, or rules of conduct and interaction, that you must follow. The purpose of these rules is to show respect to your instructors and fellow students, to provide a safe and enjoyable training environment, and to show your dedication to the path that you have chosen to follow, the way of karate.
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Brian Compton
Jan 19, 2021
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Andreas Klein
Feb 02, 2019
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I joined this dojo when I moved to Chesapeake in 2016. I found a nice dojo with competent and engaged instructors in a familar and supporting atmosphere. It offers training in empty hands Shito-Ryu Karate and Japanese weapons Kobudo on 5 days/week for a fair price without an annual contract. Finding Zanshinkan brought me back to a regular training.
