The meaning and spirit of TRADITIONAL KARATE comes from the history of the Island of Okinawa, Japan – the birthplace of Karate. The roots of Karate were brought to Okinawa by Masters that traveled to China to learn the Martial Arts. It is believed that a Buddhist Priest, Bodhidharma, developed the first self-defense techniques within the walls of the monastery in China. In this quiet, meditative atmosphere, Karate became a way of life, a spiritual discipline, with a code of honor. Fundamental to this code of honor, non-violence and respect are central to the teaching found at the Shorin Ryu Minnesota Karate Studios.
Dojo will be closed on Monday 10/28 as Sensei is out of town and Thursday 10/31 for Halloween. Remember to wear your Halloween costume to the dojo on Monday 11/4 for our kick and treat classes.
Fitness class with Sensei Elizabeth will start up again this Saturday at 9 am! This is for adults and teenagers only. No fitness class Oct 26, Nov 2nd, or Nov 23rd.
One day to go and the Class of the Kyoshi seminar has more great news. Sensei Jurgens, 7th dan karate, 7th dan kobudo is one of Minnesota's finest. Sensei Jurgens travels extensively to teach and train with some of the best Okinawan karate and kobudo instructors. Having spent alot of time in Okinawa and main land Japan his understanding of the Japanese culture is highly valuable. We are very honored to have him at this years Class of the Kyosh. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Couple of days to go and the Class of the Kyoshi seminar is still bringing in news. Renshi Post, 5th dan karate, 4th dan kobudo is a gem of a instructor. Renshi Post karate and kobudo skills is nothing short of phenomenal and with her deeper understanding of Japanese culture makes her a valuable addition to this year's Class of the Kyosh. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Here it is, the Class of the Kyoshi schedule. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi’s is almost upon us, and news keeps coming in. Class of the Kyoshi’s seminar will feature Renshi Ray Owles and Renshi Mike Kiefer. Renshi Owles 6th dan karate, 4th dan kobudo and Renshi Kiefer 6th dan karate, 4th dan kobudo are two of the best application specialist in both karatedo and kobudo. Both instructors are world class and travel internationally to deliver seminars. We are very fortunate to have both instructors featured in this year’s Class of the Kyoshi’s. Join us September 26th - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi is almost here, and we are very fortunate to have Renshi Stephen Ferraro from Canada joining us. Renshi Ferraro, 6th dan karate, is an exciting instructor and is nothing short of world class. Renshi Ferraro’s understanding of kata and how it correlates to grappling and stand up fighting is impressive and makes him very sought after in the karate world. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi is less than 2 weeks away and more great news is in. Class of the Kyoshi seminar will feature Kyoshi Clint Green. Kyoshi Green, 7th dan karate, 6th dan in kobudo is one of our association’s gems. Kyoshi Green is an amazing karate and kobudo practitioner who has traveled extensively to seek out knowledge from some of the most sought-after karate and kobudo teachers in North America. Kyoshi Green brings with him a wealth of knowledge which makes him an important cog in our event. Sensei Green is undeniably the most supportive sensei in our association as he can be seen at nearly every camp within our association. We are very excited to have him featured at this year’s Class of the Kyoshi. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi’s is 2 weeks away and exciting news has come in. Class of the Kyoshi’s seminar will feature Sensei Jerry Holt. Sensei Holt, 7th dan in Isshinryu karate, 4th dan Ryukyu kobudo is a local karate practitioner with extensive karate and kobudo insights. He is a one in a million karateka whose passion to help other karateka is exemplary and who is never seen in the lime light but deserves to be in it. Sensei Holt travels extensively to deliver karate and kobudo camps across the nation and we are very honored to have him featured at this year’s Class of the Kyoshi’s. Join us September 26 - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi’s is drawing nearer, and with each week exciting news comes pouring in. Class of the Kyoshi’s will be featuring Kyoshi David Ahrens, 7th dan karate, 6th dan kobudo. Kyoshi Ahrens is a phenomenal instructor who is highly sought after nationally and internationally for his karate and kobudo application insights. Join us September 26th - 28th!
Wow 4 weeks away and the excitement just keeps on coming. Kyoshi Neil Stolsmark, 8th dan karate, 9th dan Okinawa Kobudo Doushi Rensei-Kai. Kyoshi Stolsmark is one of the Shorinkan's treasures, his knowledge in the Okinawan arts is something of legend. His continued devotion to the study of the arts makes him a highly sought after instructor. Join us September 26th - 28th!
Dojo will be closed today (Friday) and Monday for Labor Day. Have a fun and safe weekend.
The dojo is CLOSED this Thursday-Monday (22-26th) for a family emergency. Classes resume Tues the 27th. Thank you for all your support while sensei returns home to be with family.
Class of the Kyoshi is drawing closer and with this comes some exciting news. We will be having Kyoshi Troy J. Price joining us. Kyoshi Price, 8th dan Shuri-Ryu karatedo, 7th dan Shuri-Te Ju Jutsu and 6th dan US Ju-Jitsu Federation, is a world class karateka who travels extensively to deliver some of best applications insights across the globe. Join us September 26th - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi is getting closer, and we are very fortunate to have one of the best teachers in the Shorinkan joining us. Kyoshi Pat Haley, 8th dan karate, 6th dan kobudo. Kyoshi Haley is one of the most sought after instructors in the world and travels extensively to deliver the highest quality karate and kobudo seminars. Join us September 26th - 28th!
Class of the Kyoshi is drawing nearer and with this comes some very exciting news. We have the privilege of hosting one of karate’s legends. Hanshi Doug Perry, 10th dan in karate, is one of karate’s treasures. His wealth of knowledge in karate and kobudo makes him one of the most respected teachers in the world. Sensei Perry is one who never seeks the spot light, but deserves all the accolades that come his way. We are very thankful to have him as one of the featured teaches at this year’s Class of the Kyoshi. Join us September 26th – 28th!