A true and authentic style, with centuries old tradition and a direct lineage to its source. A dojo where the teachings follow the same curriculum as is taught at our head teacher's dojo in Japan. Awareness is heightened while learning a fighting method which is ideal for street self-defense. Practitioners enhance fitness and develop tools which foster self-improvement and success.
The major fall back for most beginning students is the indecision that they can experience when they are first starting out. Just remember that you are the one who ultimately decides what is best for you. Maybe a few private lessons would be in order should you wish to gain a better understanding of the curriculum.
The major fall back for most beginning students is the indecision that they can experience when they are first starting out. Just remember that you are the one who ultimately decides what is best for you. Maybe a few private lessons would be in order should you wish to gain a better understanding of the curriculum.
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Goju Ryu is the style we practice and teach here. It has been handed down through the generations; is a true and authentic martial art with many years of tradition, and has a direct lineage back to its source. Our mission here is to provide members with good quality instruction and ensure maximum potential benefit.
We place great value on the fact that the martial art we practice and teach has stood the test of time. Our teaching methods may adapt with time and change, however we strive to stay true to the fundamental training concepts and guiding principles that Goju Ryu Karate was founded upon. A Karate school that utilizes a traditional approach to teaching all that is necessary to help each student achieve his or her highest potential.
This program is a high impact fighter's workout. You will condition and tone your body, build stamina, and develop fighting proficiency. It is ideal for either the fitness enthusiast or the martial arts practitioner seeking to improve upon their fighting skills. It's a balanced routine of stretching, bodyweight strength & cardio exercise, strike-pad/heavy-bag work, and sparring.
This is a 2 hour monthly seminar which is open to the public and separate from our other programs. It is a reality-based program which instructs participants in concepts of personal safety, situational awareness, environmental knowledge, mental & physical responsiveness; all with the goal being to develop a plan of action to either escape or engage.
Please do not hesitate to ask us any type of question you may have that is in relation to our organization. We will usually respond back to all questions asked within a 36 hour period of time. We look forward to hearing from you! Feel free to like our facebook page so that you can keep up with all of our upcoming events, and discussion topics.
Reviews (7)
Kevin Moskie
Sep 15, 2016
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David Thomas Jr
Jun 23, 2016
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Since I've started training here my skill and understanding of the art has increased immensely, much moreso than when I trained at other schools in the area. Nothing here is taken for granted, we're each encouraged to rise to every challenge presented in our training. Sean Sensei is very skilled and knowledgable, he leads by example and creates a great learning atmosphere for everyone, whatever their age. What I appreciate more and more is that I found a place in this area where the style being taught is true and complete, is a respectable school and has legitimate ties to its roots in Japan. Hands
Jeremy Burton
Oct 07, 2015
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D. J. Thomas
Jul 23, 2015
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Eric Masters
Oct 26, 2014
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I love this school, Sensie has taught me so much as far as out look and view on situations. I have become so much more aware and cautious, the things you learn help you become a better person all around not just the movement skills but the talking skills. I have become wiser, and more focused in the years of my training this school is wonderful and if I had to chose to do it all again I would choose this school all over again!
Megan Harding
Sep 27, 2014
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Anne Traver
Sep 23, 2014
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As a parent of a daughter interested in the martial arts, I would highly recommend Sensei Sean O Leary of the Wyoming Valley Goju Ryu Karate Academy. He utilizes a method of instruction focusing on individual learning to achieve a desired goal, rather than pre-set goals for his students. A dedicated martial artist, he teaches his students values such as respect, courtesy, honesty and discipline; as well as teaching them perseverance and self-control. Also, he teaches his students invaluable self defense techniques, while at the same time instilling in them the value of peaceful conflict resolutions
