our style

We study traditional Okinawan karate as taught by Akamine Hiroshi Sensei, president of the Okinawa Shorinryu Mukenkai.

Okinawan karate is a life activity. This art uses relaxation, structure, and muscle manipulation to generate dynamic movement and power. By concentrating on body dynamics, shorinryu develops body awareness, strength, range of motion, and functional endurance - which all promote fitness and health. Consistent practice develops practical self-defense skills but more importantly provides greater self-confidence and a path toward inner peace. A typical training session includes warm-ups, basic techniques, movement and application drills, and kata (patterns used to demonstrate technique).

syllabus

Students advance by demonstrating kata. All dan (black belt) grades are issued by the headquarters dojo in Okinawa.

Kyu Grades (Color Belts)

Fukyugata Ichi
Fukyugata Ni
Fukyugata San

Pinan Shodan
Pinan Nidan
Pinan Sandan
Pinan Yondan
Pinan Godan

Dan Grades (Black Belts)

Naihanchi Shodan
Naihanchi Nidan
Naihanchi Sandan

Passai Sho
Passai Dai

Kusanku Sho
Kusanku Dai

Seisan
Chinti
Chinto