Yoshukai karate is a Japanese style built on the foundation of the art known as “empty hand fighting”. The fundamental techniques of punching, striking, kicking, blocking, sweeps, throws, and take downs are reinforced by correct physical and physiological training principles. Students practice kata (forms) and kumite (free sparring) with emphasis on form, balance, and timing, concentration of power, speed and spirit. Additional training in oriental weaponry and advanced self-defense are provided for the advanced students.

The Yoshukai International Karate Association has schools located in U.S.A., Germany, Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Latvia. We have a summer camp each year where our members meet for instruction and training. Our Renshi and Shihan class travel to dojo’s world wide to reinforce our Yoshukai system.

The Yoshukai International Karate Association is dedicated to providing the highest quality instruction, in a professional, non-threatening atmosphere, promoting a family environment open to both adults and children. We embrace individuality while allowing opportunities for growth regardless of sex, race, religion or age. Student quality takes precedence in our decision making. Some of the obvious benefits to training are physical and mental fitness, self defense, and self discipline. We believe the true objective of karate is to develop one's character.