“The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in victory nor defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants.” – Master Gichin Funakoshi
Kaze Shotokan Karate Club (Kaze Karate) teaches a traditional Japanese martial art, shotokan karate, which was founded by Master Gichin Funakoshi. We are a member of the International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF) and seek to follow the principles of the Dojo Kun and Niju Kun espoused by Master Funakoshi. Shotokan karate develops the body, mind, and spirit through disciplined and focused training.
Adult Program
Self-Defense, Physical Fitness and plenty of fun(13 and Up)
Karate for Kids
Work hard, Focus and have lots of Fun(Ages 7-12)
Fitness Training
Exercise gets your blood flowing and zaps fatigue. Our classes are designed to be both mentally and physically challenging for everyone.
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SENSEI – Marcia Ransom
Marcia Ransom is a 6th degree black belt in shotokan. She began training in shotokan in 1986, and has trained in the Western, Mid-America, and East Coast regions of the International Shotokan Karate Federation. Ms. Ransom did most of her training at the Philadelphia Shotokan Karate Club, and still trains directly under Shihan Teruyuki Okazaki, Chairman of the ISKF. Sensei Ransom is a certified instructor, judge, examiner, and dedicated member of the ISKF. — Read more…
AFFILIATIONS
- International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF)
- East Coast Shotokan Karate Association (ECSKA)
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
2013 National Tournament- Cincinnati, OH
11/15/13 to 11/17/13- ISKF-US Nationals …
How to Tie Your Belt
Transcript- How to Tie Your Belt Hi, I’m Elizabeth from the Kaze Shotokan Karate Club and I’m going to show you how to tie your obi or karate belt. First, find the center of your belt by folding it in half. Then place the center under your belly button. Wrap both ends...
Karate App – coming soon
Kaze Karate Dictionary provides an easy way to look up Karate terms and listen to the Japanese translation.