Karate can be classified as a traditional Martial Art or a sport. Wado-Ryu is considered a japanese Martial Art.It was founded around the mid 1930s and is practised by many around the world.
Karate means empty hand. Anyone can practise Karate? all you need is the will to want to learn it. Wado-Ryu is a mixture of Okinawin Karate and Juijuitsu. It has an excellent philosophy of responsibility, respect and discipline. Wado-Ryu means "Way of Peace" and any karatekas (students practising Karate) you meet and the nicest and calmest people around. The discipline they learn is easily applied to other areas of their lives like school and work.
Karate improves strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility, and self-control. Please visit The Shintani Wado-Kai Karate Federation website for more information on Karate.
History of Karate see Karate History
About our founder Hironori Ohtsuka see
What are Katas and Kumites ? see
Current Events (eg. contests)see
Our Belt gradings are in the order below: Click on color name of belt for more information.
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Everyone starts at this level.
Requirements include 4 basic blocks,
Basic kicks, and roughly 3 months regular attendance at least twice a week.
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There are levels beyond black startind at 2nd Dan, 3rd Dan, 4th Dan 5th Dan and so on. These levels are judged more on teaching and contribution to the style. These are very honorable positions.