Lafayette Karate

Lafayette Karate Club is a traditional Japanese Shotokan Karate dojo that teaches various stances, punching and kicking techniques while moving forward and backward. The club's style of karate emphasizes breathing, timing, muscle control, and momentum to produce speed and power. The club believes in the philosophy that 'KARATE IS A WAY OF LIFE' and emphasizes the importance of courtesy and humility in the training process and daily life. It is the only traditional Japanese Shotokan Karate dojo in town, affiliated with the Japan Karate Association (JKA) and JKA American Federation. The club offers classes for all ages and fitness levels, and its instructors are experienced in teaching karate to students of all levels.