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VERNON SHOTOKAN KARATE DO Located at the St. James Elementary School, 2700 28th Avenue, Vernon, BC |
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Welcome to the Vernon Shotokan Karate Club. We are not a “business” but rather a “traditional” non commercial martial arts school. This allows us to better focus on the traditional karate values of character development, discipline, respect and dedication as set fourth by Gichin Funikoshi, the founder of Shotokan Karate. The club has been developing these values in Vernon since 1993 and officially became a member of the International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF) in January 1995. Vernon club members are serious about karate training. They have a strong desire to learn, are helpful and always willing to assist newer members. They are individuals who come from all walks of life. You will be training along side high school and college students, professionals, health industry workers, business owners, technicians and many others. Several of our members have moved on to become RCMP officers.Our junior members range between the ages of 7 and 12 years. They are an eager group who train hard together and have fun at the same time.
Traditional karate training is not a sport but a means of developing character through hard and diligent training. In this dojo (training school) you will learn the powerful and explosive techniques that Shotokan Karate is recognized for. More important are the attributes associated with good character. Dedicated students will be rewarded with increased self confidence, patience and improved levels of physical fitness, strength and endurance. The best results are obtained from regular training so students are expected to keep good attendance. Your training will begin with kihon (basics) which involves the techniques of punching, kicking, blocking and striking. You will also learn kata (formal exercises), a sequence of complex karate techniques designed as effective defenses against multiple attackers. A great deal of importance is placed on kata because this is how karate has been handed down from ancient times. Kumite (sparring) is another aspect of your training and is practiced regularly. This is an application of the fundamentals learned in kata. Students of karate-do will develop courage, fortitude and many other qualities but they must strive to be humble. In and out of the dojo, club members must exercise courtesy and respect to others. Other aspects of training include special seminars, camps and tournaments. Students are encouraged to participate in all these activities. Click here for the Training Enrolment Form. For more information please contact us at 250-307-7210 or dartsport340@shaw.ca
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Through
dedicated training our members will improve their self image and can develop
a more positive attitude. Individuals with an eye for detail and a stong
desire to improve find traditional karate an interesting and rewarding
activity.