Shorin-Ryu Karate of Williamsburg is the premier training center for traditional karate-an alternative to the costly, contract-based martial arts schools today. The benefits of our training go beyond powerful self-defense skills. Weight loss, stress relief, whole body fitness, focus and confidence make our classes an invaluable training experience for families and individuals.
Our family-run facility is one of the most authentic martial art centers in the area and we are the United States training center for our headquarters in Japan. We teach and practice the art of Shorin-Ryu Karate from Okinawa, Japan which focuses on self-achievement and discipline through strong physical and mental training.
Our family-run facility is one of the most authentic martial art centers in the area and we are the United States training center for our headquarters in Japan. We teach and practice the art of Shorin-Ryu Karate from Okinawa, Japan which focuses on self-achievement and discipline through strong physical and mental training.
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Take Exit 234 (199/646 Lightfoot), turn/bear right onto 199 at top of exit ramp. Take your first exit (Mooretown Road 603 West to Lightfoot Road). Get into far left lane and take a left at the stop sign onto Rte. 646/Lightfoort Road. Proceed.2 mile and turn left into the Lightfoot Crossing Shopping Center.
2 If your child has a cough or are fighting an illness, please do NOT allow them to come to class. 3 Belt testing eligibility and stripe promotions are a decision made by the qualified instructors at this facility. When students can demonstrate their requirements at 100% proficiency during class, then evaluations will be made.
Some people like to watch a class before joining, others like to try one. Kids and adults are welcome to try a FREE class to see if they will like it or not. We do not have "special" introductory classes that included uniforms or special programs or packages. We are the United States Training Headquarters and our duty is to provide training opportunities for anyone interested, not to make a profit.
A: Shorin-Ryu Karate was invented on the tiny island of Okinawa, Japan. Developed through centuries of trial and error karate is known around the world as the most effective self-defense system ever created. Our karate is known for it's "hard" techniques. Hard techniques are strikes with the hands, feet, elbows and knees, usually delivered in an efficient straight, rather than circular, path to the target.
The use of dojo courtesies and Japanese customs in the karate school is absolutely deliberate. The attention to these humble actions allow us to let go of ego and embrace the culture from which karate comes from. Everyone treats one another with mutual respect and understanding during and after training and makes every effort to carry that into their everyday lives.
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Heather Drinkwater
Oct 19, 2019
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Excellent instructors, solid teaching with a decidedly traditional flavor, the best workout you will get all week tempered with useful techniques and kata...I and four of my children, ages 10 to 15 are quite enjoying it, even when we feel we can't manage just one more push up...somehow the enthusiasm of the instructors is catching and we (and they) are proud of what was accomplished at the end of class. There is a separate class for younger children, and all the Senseis work hard to make sure each student is taught at their ability level. I highly recommend this Dojo.
