Yoshukai International Karate

Our Mission  

Yoshukai International Karate Association is an international organization of 1,800 members in 5 countries with over 300 Black Belts.  Our mission is to maintain and attract a world-class level of excellence in our art and our practitioners while respecting the individuality of our members.

Yoshukai instructors respect and promote a "family" environment and culture and believe in traditional fundamentals.  We foster a dynamic environment that embraces individuality while allowing the same opportunities for growth regardless of sex, race, creed, religion, or age.  Student quality always takes precedence in our decision-making.

The foundation of Yoshukai Karate is built on the art of "empty-hand-fighting".  Punching, striking, kicking and blocking are the fundamental techniques that are reinforced by correct physical and physiological training principles.  Students practice kata (forms) and kumite (free sparring) with emphasis on form, balance, timing, concentration of power, and speed.  Additional training in oriental weaponry and advanced self-defense are provided for advancing students.