Karate (literally translated as “empty hand”) is a traditional Okinawan striking art.  Emphasis is placed on punching, kicking, and blocking/evasion techniques.  Over the course of training, students will learn 21 traditional open-hand kata (forms), and will practice ippon kumite (a controlled self defense drill), as well as non-choreographed sparring.  Classes generally consist of warm-ups/calisthenics, various drills, kata, and either sparring or self defense drills.

Classes are offered at both Youth (ages 7-12) and Adult levels.