At Traditional Martial Arts RI you will experience karate in a whole new and exciting way. Our internationally certified instructors have attributed modern day applications to the traditional martial art of Shotokan. Karate is one of the most enjoyable martial arts, and can be a highly positive influence in your life. Over the course of your first month of training you will already begin to see the positive changes that karate can bring you. Not only will you learn to defend yourself, you will simultaneously exercise your body and mind. You can expect an increase in Stamina, Flexibility, and Strength, as well as stress relief, weight loss and relaxation.
Most Karate styles emphasize a fairly equal measure of basic technique training (kihon), sparring (kumite), and forms (kata). Forms are stylized patterns of attacks and defenses done in sequence for training purposes.
Most Karate styles emphasize a fairly equal measure of basic technique training (kihon), sparring (kumite), and forms (kata). Forms are stylized patterns of attacks and defenses done in sequence for training purposes.