Shotokan West Karate

Shotokan West Karate offers a contemporary approach to the traditional martial art of karate, focusing on building physical, mental, and spiritual strength. The dojo emphasizes kihon (basic techniques), kata (forms), and kumite (sparring), all developed by Gichin Funakoshi. Incorporating elements from Okinawan karate, jujitsu, and aikido, the training aims to maximize effectiveness and encourage students to live the art rather than just practice it. The dojo is committed to high standards of performance and continuous improvement, embodying the philosophy that the ultimate goal of karate is the perfection of character.